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Internet providers in 19606
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19606 internet providers
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Verizon  | $39.99 | - | DSL | 93% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 400 Mbps | Cable | 62% |
| Windstream | $19.99 | 15 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 24% |
| Windstream | $25.00 | 15 - 25 Mbps | Cable | 2.325% |
| Service Electric Cablevision | $49.95 | 10 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 76% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 73% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | - | - | Cable | 73% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Limitless Mobile | $29.99 | 5 - 8 Mbps | Wireless | 57% |
*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 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
22427
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 99.32%
3 providers - 76.88%
4+ providers - 43.37%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 19606 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 19606 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL 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 73% of those living in the 19606 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 19606 area, and 99.32% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 19606, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 19606
The largest internet providers serving the 19606 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and Windstream bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 19606 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 62% of the area. Reading’s third most-available internet provider, Windstream, offers DSL to around 24% of residents in the 19606 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 19606 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 Reading, $39.99.
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 19606 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 128 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to most households in the 19606 ZIP code, covering 62% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 19606 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 Reading, $39.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Reading, $2.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 19606 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 62% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 128 Mbps.
Windstream 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 19606 ZIP code, covering 24% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Reading, $39.99.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.33 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Reading, $2.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 19606 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 24% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 128 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 19606 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 19606 and the greater Reading area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Reading at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Reading at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 19606 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 Reading 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 Reading DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 19606 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 19606?
Blue Ridge Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 19606 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 73% of households in 19606. The next fastest internet provider in the 19606 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 62% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 19606?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 19606 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Reading, $39.99.
Is fiber internet available in 19606?
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 19606 ZIP code, covering 73% of the city.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.
