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Find internet providers serving the 17872 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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Verizon  | $39.99 | - | DSL | 88% |
| Service Electric Cablevision | $49.95 | 10 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 92% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | - | - | Fiber-optic | 90% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | - | - | Cable | 90% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 4.560% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Limitless Mobile | $29.99 | 5 - 8 Mbps | Wireless | 11% |
*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 - 99.64%
2 providers - 92.47%
3 providers - 82.45%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 17872 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 17872 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 92% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in the 17872 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 17872 area, and 92.47% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 17872, prices start at $29.99 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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| Verizon | 23 Mbps | 3 Mbps | DSL |
| HughesNet | 1 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Shamokin.
The largest internet providers serving the 17872 ZIP code are Verizon, Service Electric Cablevision, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 17872 ZIP code, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Service Electric Cablevision, which covers 92% of the area. Shamokin’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 17872 ZIP code.
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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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 17872 ZIP code, covering 88% 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Shamokin, $45.98.
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 17872 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Shamokin's providers, 61 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.
Cable from Service Electric Cablevision offers broadband to nearly all households in the 17872 ZIP code, covering 92% of the area.
Service Electric Cablevision’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 17872 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Service Electric Cablevision start at $49.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Shamokin, $45.98.
Service Electric Cablevision customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shamokin, $3.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Service Electric Cablevision offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 15 Mbps in 17872 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Shamokin's providers, 61 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 the 17872 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 17872 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 Shamokin, $45.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shamokin, $3.54.
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 17872 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Shamokin's providers, 61 Mbps.
Blue Ridge Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 17872 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in 17872. The next fastest internet provider in the 17872 ZIP code is Service Electric Cablevision, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 92% of the area.
Limitless Mobile offers the cheapest internet in the 17872 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Shamokin, $45.98.
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 17872 ZIP code, covering 90% of the city.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
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