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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
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At 100%, broadband coverage in the 16417 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 16417 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Girard, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 16417 area, and 94.80% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 16417, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 16417
The largest internet providers serving the 16417 ZIP code are Verizon, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 16417 ZIP code, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 94% of the area. Girard’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 16417 ZIP code.
Verizon DSL internet
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DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 16417 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon 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 Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Girard, $40.82.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Girard, $1.86.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 16417 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Girard's providers, 194 Mbps.
Spectrum cable 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.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 16417 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 16417 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Girard, $40.82.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Girard, $1.86.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 16417 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Girard's providers, 194 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 16417 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 16417 ZIP 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Girard, $40.82.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Girard, $1.86.
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 16417 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Girard's providers, 194 Mbps.
Internet providers in 16417 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 16417?
Armstrong is the fastest internet provider in the 16417 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.913% of households in 16417. The next fastest internet provider in the 16417 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 94% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 16417?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 16417 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Girard, $40.82.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
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%.
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