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Cresson, PA internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL96%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable98%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
In The Stix Broadband $44.95 3 - 25 MbpsWireless1.377%

*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.

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Cresson internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    1711

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 100%

    2 providers - 94.87%

    3 providers - 0%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 99%

    DSL - 96%

    Fiber - 0.000%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Cresson is comparable to the rest of Pennsylvania - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the Cresson area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Cresson residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Cresson, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are five internet providers serving the Cresson area, and 94.87% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Cresson's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Cresson

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Xfinity 129 Mbps 42 Mbps Cable
Verizon 41 Mbps 7 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Cresson.

Compare Cresson internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Cresson – 160 Mbps

    PA – 127 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Cresson – 12 Mbps

    PA – 46 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Cresson.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Cresson

The largest internet providers in Cresson are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Cresson.

DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Cresson residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 98% of the area. Cresson’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Cresson residents.

Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

96%

*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.

DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Cresson covering 96% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Cresson to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.

Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Cresson, $51.98.

Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Cresson, $0.67.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Cresson. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cresson's providers, 53 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

98%

*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Cresson covering 98% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Cresson residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Cresson, $51.98.

Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Cresson, $0.67.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Cresson. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cresson's providers, 53 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Cresson covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Cresson where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.

Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Cresson, $51.98.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Cresson, $0.67.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Cresson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Cresson's providers, 53 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Cresson with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Cresson. The next fastest internet provider in Cresson is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 96% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Cresson with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Cresson, $51.98.

Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.

Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.

No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.

Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.

*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

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