| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Atlantic Broadband | - | - | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Getwireless.net  | $24.95 | - | 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.88%
2 providers - 98.40%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 16648 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 16648 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 19% of those living in the 16648 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 16648 area, and 98.40% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 16648, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Atlantic Broadband | 160.0 Mbps | 38.0 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 15.0 Mbps | 0.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Verizon | 3.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Hollidaysburg.
The largest internet providers serving the 16648 ZIP code are Verizon, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 16648 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Hollidaysburg’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 16648 ZIP code.
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*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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 16648 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Hollidaysburg, $52.48.
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 Hollidaysburg, $0.47.
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 16648 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hollidaysburg's providers, 17 Mbps.
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*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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 16648 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 16648 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Hollidaysburg, $52.48.
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 Hollidaysburg, $0.47.
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 16648 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hollidaysburg's providers, 17 Mbps.
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*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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 16648 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 16648 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Hollidaysburg, $52.48.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hollidaysburg, $0.47.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 16648 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hollidaysburg's providers, 17 Mbps.
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 16648 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 16648. The next fastest internet provider in the 16648 ZIP code is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Getwireless.net offers the cheapest internet in the 16648 ZIP with service starting at $24.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hollidaysburg, $52.48.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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%.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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