*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.84%
2 providers - 97.88%
3 providers - 0.60%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in West Mifflin 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 West Mifflin area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of West Mifflin residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 82% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 45% of those living in West Mifflin.
There are four internet providers serving the West Mifflin area, and 97.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among West Mifflin's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in West Mifflin are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to West Mifflin.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to most West Mifflin residents, covering 82% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 45% of the area. West Mifflin’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of West Mifflin residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in West Mifflin covering 82% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in West Mifflin 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 West Mifflin, $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 West Mifflin, $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 West Mifflin. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Mifflin's providers, 298 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to about half of households in West Mifflin covering 45% 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 West Mifflin 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 West Mifflin, $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 West Mifflin, $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 West Mifflin. These download speeds are available to 45% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Mifflin's providers, 298 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in West Mifflin covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but West Mifflin 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 West Mifflin, $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 West Mifflin, $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 West Mifflin. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Mifflin's providers, 298 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of West Mifflin, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside West Mifflin, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in West Mifflin and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in West Mifflin at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in West Mifflin at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many West Mifflin residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in West Mifflin with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in West Mifflin. The next fastest internet provider in West Mifflin is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 82% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in West Mifflin with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in West Mifflin, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in West Mifflin, covering 45% of the city.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on 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.
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