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Internet providers in Old Forge, PA
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Old Forge, PA internet providers
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
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At 100%, broadband coverage in Old Forge 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 Old Forge area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Old Forge residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Old Forge, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Old Forge area, and 97.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Old Forge's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Old Forge
The largest internet providers in Old Forge are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Old Forge.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Old Forge residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Old Forge’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Old Forge residents.
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 nearly all households in Old Forge covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Old Forge 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Old Forge, $44.99.
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 Old Forge, $2.65.
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 Old Forge. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Old Forge's providers, 63 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Old Forge covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Old Forge 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 Old Forge, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Old Forge, $2.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Old Forge. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Old Forge's providers, 63 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Old Forge covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Old Forge 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Old Forge, $44.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Old Forge, $2.65.
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 Old Forge. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Old Forge's providers, 63 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Old Forge?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Old Forge with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Old Forge. The next fastest internet provider in Old Forge is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Old Forge?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Old Forge with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Old Forge, $44.99.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.
Why is my internet slow today?
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.
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What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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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