Compare 18709 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Luzerne – 98 Mbps
PA – 127 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Luzerne – 16 Mbps
PA – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Luzerne.
Internet providers in 18709
Find internet providers serving the 18709 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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18709 internet providers
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 89% |
Blue Ridge Communications  | $34.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
| Service Electric Broadband Cable | $NaN | [object Object] - [object Object] Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?18709 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
1269
people have access to broadband internet of any type
2 provider - 100%
3 providers - 100%
4 providers - 88.54%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 18709 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 18709 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. 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 100% of those living in the 18709 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 18709 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 18709, prices start at $NaN and available download speeds reach up to null Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Luzerne
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 111 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 3 Mbps | 0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Luzerne.
Top high-speed internet providers in 18709
The largest internet providers serving the 18709 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and Blue Ridge Communications bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 18709 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 89% of the area. Luzerne’s third most-available internet provider, Blue Ridge Communications, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 18709 ZIP code.
Verizon DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 18709 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 Luzerne, $49.98.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Luzerne, $NaN.
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 18709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Luzerne's providers, 242 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 18709 ZIP code, covering 89% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 18709 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 Luzerne, $49.98.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Luzerne, $NaN.
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 18709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Luzerne's providers, 242 Mbps.
Blue Ridge Communications cable internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Blue Ridge Communications offers broadband to all households in the 18709 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 18709 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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Luzerne, $49.98.
Blue Ridge Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.35 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Luzerne, $NaN.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Blue Ridge Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 18709 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Luzerne's providers, 242 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 18709 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 18709 and the greater Luzerne area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Luzerne at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Luzerne at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 18709 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 18709 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 18709 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in 18709. The next fastest internet provider in the 18709 ZIP code is Blue Ridge Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 18709 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Luzerne, $49.98.
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 18709 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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%.
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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