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Internet providers in 19609
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19609 internet providers
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Verizon  | $39.99 | - | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 86% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | - | - | Cable | 86% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
4399
people have access to broadband internet of any type
2 provider - 100%
3 providers - 86.34%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 19609 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 19609 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 86% of those living in the 19609 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 19609 area, and 86.34% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 19609, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 19609
The largest internet providers serving the 19609 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 19609 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Reading’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 19609 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 all households in the 19609 ZIP code, covering 100% 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, $41.99.
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 19609 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 61 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 all households in the 19609 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 19609 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, $41.99.
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, $2.47.
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 19609 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 61 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 19609 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 19609 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 Reading, $41.99.
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 Reading, $2.47.
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 19609 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 61 Mbps.
Internet providers in 19609 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 19609?
Blue Ridge Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 19609 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 86% of households in 19609. The next fastest internet provider in the 19609 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 19609?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 19609 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Reading, $41.99.
Is fiber internet available in 19609?
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 19609 ZIP code, covering 86% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
