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Internet providers in 17070

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17070 internet providers

Provider
Frontier $44.99 VariesDSL38%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic74%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL56%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable95%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 MbpsCable3.110%
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17070 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 17070 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 17070 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 79% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 74% of those living in the 17070 ZIP code.

There are eight internet providers serving the 17070 area, and 98.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 17070, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in New Cumberland

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Verizon 99.0 Mbps 13.0 Mbps Fiber-optic
Xfinity 181.0 Mbps 19.0 Mbps Cable

Top high-speed internet providers in 17070

The largest internet providers serving the 17070 ZIP code are Frontier and Verizon bringing DSL and fiber-optic options to the area.

DSL internet from Frontier is available to many in the 17070 ZIP code, covering 38% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 74% of the area. New Cumberland’s third most-available internet provider, Verizon, offers DSL to around 56% of residents in the 17070 ZIP code.

Frontier DSL internet

Provider
Frontier
Starting price*
$44.99/mo.
Max download speed

Varies

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

38%

DSL from Frontier offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 17070 ZIP code, covering 38% of the area.

DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in New Cumberland, $47.84.

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Verizon fiber-optic internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

880 Mbps

Average availability

74%

Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 17070 ZIP code, covering 74% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from Verizon is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 17070 ZIP code than other internet types.

Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in New Cumberland, $47.84.

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 New Cumberland, $0.24.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps in 17070 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 74% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all New Cumberland's providers, 524 Mbps.

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Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

56%

DSL from Verizon offers broadband to about half of households in the 17070 ZIP code, covering 56% 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 New Cumberland, $47.84.

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 New Cumberland, $0.24.

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 17070 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 56% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all New Cumberland's providers, 524 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 17070 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 17070 and the greater New Cumberland area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in New Cumberland at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in New Cumberland at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 17070 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet providers in 17070 frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 17070 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in 17070. The next fastest internet provider in the 17070 ZIP code is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 3.110% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 17070 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in New Cumberland, $47.84.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 17070 ZIP code, covering 74% of the city. Blue Ridge Communications also offers fiber internet in 17070 and is available to 21% of households.

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.

If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.

The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.