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Internet providers in 17857
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| Verizon | $39.99 | 15 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Service Electric | - | - | Cable | 99% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 98% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 50 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Limitless Mobile | $29.99 | 5 - 8 Mbps | Wireless | 92% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?17857 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 17857 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 17857 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 98% of those living in the 17857 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 17857 area, and 99.07% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 17857, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 17857
The largest internet providers serving the 17857 ZIP code are Verizon and Blue Ridge Communications bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 17857 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Blue Ridge Communications, which covers 98% of the area. Northumberland’s third most-available internet provider, Blue Ridge Communications, offers fiber-optic to around 98% of residents in the 17857 ZIP code.
Verizon DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 17857 ZIP code, covering 99% 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Northumberland, $42.98.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Northumberland, $1.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 17857 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Northumberland's providers, 222 Mbps.
Blue Ridge Communications cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Blue Ridge Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in the 17857 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Blue Ridge Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 17857 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Northumberland, $42.98.
Blue Ridge Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.70 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Northumberland, $1.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Blue Ridge Communications offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 17857 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Northumberland's providers, 222 Mbps.
Blue Ridge Communications fiber-optic internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Blue Ridge Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in the 17857 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Blue Ridge Communications is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 17857 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Blue Ridge Communications start at $34.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Northumberland, $42.98.
Blue Ridge Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.70 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Northumberland, $1.39.
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 1,000 Mbps in 17857 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Northumberland's providers, 222 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 17857 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 17857 and the greater Northumberland area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Northumberland at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Northumberland at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 17857 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Northumberland may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Northumberland DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 17857 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 17857?
Blue Ridge Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 17857 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 17857. The next fastest internet provider in the 17857 ZIP code is Service Electric, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 17857?
Limitless Mobile offers the cheapest internet in the 17857 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Northumberland, $42.98.
Is fiber internet available in 17857?
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 17857 ZIP code, covering 98% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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