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Shop the best Polk internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
Shop local providers*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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.57%
2 providers - 99.13%
3 providers - 7.79%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Polk 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 Polk area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Polk residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Polk, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Polk area, and 99.13% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Polk's five internet providers, prices start at $34.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Armstrong | 123 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 8 Mbps | 2 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Polk.
The largest internet providers in Polk are Spectrum, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Polk.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Polk residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Polk’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Polk residents.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Polk covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Polk residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Polk, $46.23.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Polk, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Polk. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Polk's providers, 284 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Polk covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Polk 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Polk, $46.23.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Polk, $0.75.
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 Polk. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Polk's providers, 284 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Polk covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Polk 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Polk, $46.23.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Polk, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 12 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Polk. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Polk's providers, 284 Mbps.
Armstrong is the fastest internet provider in Polk with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 7.792% of households in Polk. The next fastest internet provider in Polk is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Armstrong offers the cheapest internet in Polk with plans starting at $34.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Polk, $46.23.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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