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Internet providers in 17522
Find internet providers serving the 17522 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 11% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 1.548% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.815% |
| Windstream | $27 | 10 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 9.234% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 50 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| HydroSoft Internet, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 95% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?17522 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 17522 ZIP code 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 17522 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 98% of those living in the 17522 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 17522 area, and 98.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 17522, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 17522
The largest internet providers serving the 17522 ZIP code are Frontier, Windstream, and Blue Ridge Communications bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to many in the 17522 ZIP code, covering 11% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 93% of the area. Ephrata’s third most-available internet provider, Blue Ridge Communications, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 17522 ZIP code.
Frontier DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 17522 ZIP code, covering 11% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Ephrata, $37.15.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ephrata, $1.20.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 17522 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ephrata's providers, 269 Mbps.
Windstream DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in the 17522 ZIP code, covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ephrata, $37.15.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ephrata, $1.20.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 17522 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ephrata's providers, 269 Mbps.
Blue Ridge Communications cable internet
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Cable from Blue Ridge Communications offers broadband to all households in the 17522 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Blue Ridge Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 17522 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Blue Ridge Communications start at $34.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Ephrata, $37.15.
Blue Ridge Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.70 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ephrata, $1.20.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Blue Ridge Communications offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 17522 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ephrata's providers, 269 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 17522 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 17522 and the greater Ephrata area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ephrata at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ephrata at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 17522 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 17522 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 17522?
Blue Ridge Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 17522 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 17522. The next fastest internet provider in the 17522 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 1.548% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 17522?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 17522 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ephrata, $37.15.
Is fiber internet available in 17522?
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 17522 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in 17522 and is available to 3.815% of households.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Why is my internet slow today?
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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