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Internet providers in Rutherford, PA

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Rutherford, PA internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic100%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL59%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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Rutherford internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Rutherford 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 Rutherford area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Rutherford residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 59% of those living in Rutherford.

There are four internet providers serving the Rutherford area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Rutherford's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Rutherford

The largest internet providers in Rutherford are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Rutherford.

Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Rutherford residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 59% of the area. Rutherford’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Rutherford residents.

Verizon fiber-optic internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

880 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Rutherford covering 100% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from Verizon is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Rutherford than other internet types.

Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rutherford, $53.74.

Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rutherford, $0.31.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps in Rutherford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rutherford's providers, 298 Mbps.

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Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

59%

DSL from Verizon offers broadband to about half of households in Rutherford covering 59% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Rutherford 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Rutherford, $53.74.

Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rutherford, $0.31.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Rutherford. These download speeds are available to 59% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rutherford's providers, 298 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Rutherford covering 100% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Rutherford 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 Rutherford, $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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rutherford, $0.31.

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 Rutherford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rutherford's providers, 298 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Rutherford, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Rutherford, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Rutherford and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rutherford at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rutherford at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Rutherford residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Rutherford with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Rutherford. The next fastest internet provider in Rutherford is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Rutherford with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rutherford, $53.74.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Rutherford, covering 100% of the city.

No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.

Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.

Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.