| Provider | ||||
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Windstream  | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Cable | 6.922% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.466% |
| Armstrong | - | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| 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 - 98.62%
2 providers - 92.07%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Meadville 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 Meadville area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Meadville residents. 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 98% of those living in Meadville.
There are four internet providers serving the Meadville area, and 92.07% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Meadville's four internet providers, prices start at $64.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Meadville are HughesNet and Viasat bringing satellite options to Meadville.
Satellite internet from HughesNet is available to nearly all Meadville residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from Viasat, which covers 100% of the area.
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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 Meadville covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Meadville 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Meadville, $67.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Meadville, $3.55.
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 Meadville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Meadville's providers, 15 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 Meadville covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Meadville 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Meadville, $67.49.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Meadville, $3.55.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Meadville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Meadville's providers, 15 Mbps.
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in Meadville with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in Meadville. The next fastest internet provider in Meadville is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 6.922% of the area.
HughesNet offers the cheapest internet in Meadville with plans starting at $64.99/mo. This is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Meadville, $67.49.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Meadville, covering 1.466% of the city.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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