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Internet providers in 17901
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 1 Mbps | DSL | 1.052% |
| Verizon | $39.99 | 15 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 87% |
| Wire Tele View Corp. | - | - | Cable | 11% |
| Service Electric | - | - | Cable | 7.749% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.626% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 50 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 6.626% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Limitless Mobile | $29.99 | 5 - 8 Mbps | Wireless | 99% |
*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?17901 internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 17901 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 17901 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.630% of those living in the 17901 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 17901 area, and 93.22% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 17901, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 17901
The largest internet providers serving the 17901 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 17901 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 87% of the area. Pottsville’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 17901 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 17901 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 Pottsville, $38.99.
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 Pottsville, $1.56.
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 17901 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Pottsville's providers, 187 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 nearly all households in the 17901 ZIP code, covering 87% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 17901 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Pottsville, $38.99.
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 Pottsville, $1.56.
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 17901 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Pottsville's providers, 187 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 17901 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 17901 ZIP 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 Pottsville, $38.99.
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 Pottsville, $1.56.
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 17901 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Pottsville's providers, 187 Mbps.
Internet providers in 17901 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 17901?
Blue Ridge Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 17901 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 6.626% of households in 17901. The next fastest internet provider in the 17901 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 87% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 17901?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 17901 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Pottsville, $38.99.
Is fiber internet available in 17901?
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 17901 ZIP code, covering 6.626% of the city.
Is cable or DSL better?
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.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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