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Shop the best Jefferson internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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Verizon  | - | - | DSL | 37% |
| Xfinity | $20.00 | 25 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 53% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 400 Mbps | Cable | 42% |
| Windstream | $25.00 | 15 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 58% |
| Windstream | $25.00 | 15 - 10 Mbps | Cable | 0.219% |
| Atlantic Broadband | $39.99 | 50 - 120 Mbps | Cable | 25% |
| HughesNet | $49.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 92.12%
2 providers - 68.49%
3 providers - 38.51%
4+ providers - 16.85%
Source: FCC
At 92%, broadband coverage in Jefferson 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 Jefferson area will have access to cable, which covers 84% of Jefferson residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 75% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Jefferson, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Jefferson area, and 68.49% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Jefferson's seven internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Windstream | 67 Mbps | 49 Mbps | DSL |
| Atlantic Broadband | 179 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 22 Mbps | 4 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Jefferson.
The largest internet providers in Jefferson are Xfinity, Optimum, and Windstream bringing cable and DSL options to Jefferson.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to most Jefferson residents, covering 53% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 42% of the area. Jefferson’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers DSL to around 58% of Jefferson residents.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to about half of households in Jefferson covering 53% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Jefferson residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $20/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Jefferson, $37.50.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Jefferson, $0.51.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Jefferson. These download speeds are available to 53% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Jefferson's providers, 145 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to about half of households in Jefferson covering 42% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Jefferson residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Jefferson, $37.50.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Jefferson, $0.51.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Jefferson. These download speeds are available to 42% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Jefferson's providers, 145 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to about half of households in Jefferson covering 58% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Jefferson 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 $25/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Jefferson, $37.50.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Jefferson, $0.51.
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 Jefferson. These download speeds are available to 58% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Jefferson's providers, 145 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Jefferson, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Jefferson, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Jefferson and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Jefferson at $49.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Jefferson at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Jefferson residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Jefferson with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 42% of households in Jefferson. The next fastest internet provider in Jefferson is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 53% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Jefferson with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Jefferson, $37.50.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
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