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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Windstream  | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Cable | 4.442% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.567% |
| Salsgiver | $55.00 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.654% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.95%
2 providers - 97.64%
3 providers - 1.23%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Kittanning 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 Kittanning area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Kittanning residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 81% of those living in Kittanning.
There are five internet providers serving the Kittanning area, and 97.64% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Kittanning's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Kittanning are Xfinity, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Kittanning.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Kittanning residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Kittanning’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Kittanning residents.
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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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Kittanning covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Kittanning 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 Kittanning, $54.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kittanning, $1.96.
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 Kittanning. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kittanning's providers, 309 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 Kittanning covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Kittanning 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Kittanning, $54.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kittanning, $1.96.
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 Kittanning. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kittanning's providers, 309 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 Kittanning covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Kittanning 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 Kittanning, $54.99.
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 Kittanning, $1.96.
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 Kittanning. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kittanning's providers, 309 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Kittanning with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Kittanning. The next fastest internet provider in Kittanning is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Kittanning with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Kittanning, $54.99.
Salsgiver is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Kittanning, covering 1.654% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in Kittanning and is available to 0.567% of households.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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