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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 88% |
| 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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.84%
2 providers - 87.86%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in Plainfield 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 Plainfield area will have access to cable, which covers 95% of Plainfield residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Plainfield, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Plainfield area, and 87.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Plainfield's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Plainfield are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Plainfield.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Plainfield residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 88% of the area. Plainfield’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Plainfield residents.
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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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Plainfield covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Plainfield 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 Plainfield, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Plainfield, $2.24.
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 Plainfield. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 63 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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Plainfield covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Plainfield 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Plainfield, $53.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Plainfield, $2.24.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in Plainfield. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 63 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 HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Plainfield covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Plainfield 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Plainfield, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Plainfield, $2.24.
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 Plainfield. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 63 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Plainfield with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Plainfield. The next fastest internet provider in Plainfield is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 88% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Plainfield with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Plainfield, $53.74.
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.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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