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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 77% |
MetroCast Communications  | $19.99 | - | Cable | 39% |
| 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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.86%
2 providers - 99.86%
3 providers - 15.78%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 18634 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 18634 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. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Nanticoke, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the 18634 area, and 99.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 18634, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | 15 Mbps | 3 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 139 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Nanticoke.
The largest internet providers serving the 18634 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and MetroCast Communications bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 18634 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 77% of the area. Nanticoke’s third most-available internet provider, MetroCast Communications, offers cable to around 39% of residents in the 18634 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 18634 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 Nanticoke, $46.99.
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 Nanticoke, $0.48.
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 18634 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Nanticoke's providers, 80 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to most households in the 18634 ZIP code, covering 77% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 18634 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 Nanticoke, $46.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Nanticoke, $0.48.
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 18634 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Nanticoke's providers, 80 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from MetroCast Communications offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 18634 ZIP code, covering 39% of the area.
MetroCast Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 18634 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for MetroCast Communications start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Nanticoke, $46.99.
MetroCast Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Nanticoke, $0.48.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, MetroCast Communications offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 15 Mbps in 18634 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 39% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Nanticoke's providers, 80 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 18634 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 18634 and the greater Nanticoke area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Nanticoke at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Nanticoke at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 18634 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 18634 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 77% of households in 18634. The next fastest internet provider in the 18634 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
MetroCast Communications offers the cheapest internet in the 18634 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Nanticoke, $46.99.
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 many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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.
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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