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Internet providers in Wilkinsburg, PA
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Wilkinsburg, PA internet providers
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Wilkinsburg internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Wilkinsburg 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 Wilkinsburg area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Wilkinsburg residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 88% of those living in Wilkinsburg.
There are four internet providers serving the Wilkinsburg area, and 99.30% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Wilkinsburg's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Wilkinsburg
The largest internet providers in Wilkinsburg are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Wilkinsburg.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Wilkinsburg residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 88% of the area. Wilkinsburg’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Wilkinsburg residents.
Verizon fiber-optic 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Wilkinsburg covering 99% 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 Wilkinsburg than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Wilkinsburg, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wilkinsburg, $2.14.
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 Wilkinsburg. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wilkinsburg's providers, 298 Mbps.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Wilkinsburg covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Wilkinsburg 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 Wilkinsburg, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wilkinsburg, $2.14.
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 Wilkinsburg. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wilkinsburg's providers, 298 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Wilkinsburg covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Wilkinsburg 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 Wilkinsburg, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wilkinsburg, $2.14.
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 Wilkinsburg. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Wilkinsburg's providers, 298 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Wilkinsburg, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Wilkinsburg, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Wilkinsburg and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wilkinsburg at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Wilkinsburg at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Wilkinsburg residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Wilkinsburg?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Wilkinsburg with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Wilkinsburg. The next fastest internet provider in Wilkinsburg is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Wilkinsburg?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Wilkinsburg with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wilkinsburg, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Wilkinsburg?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Wilkinsburg, covering 99% of the city.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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.
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