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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 67% |
| Spectrum | $50.00 |
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Cable | 81% |
Twin Lakes 
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$49.99 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 31% |
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$49.99 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 21% |
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$34.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 4.950% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.91%
2 providers - 80.46%
3 providers - 4.30%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 91%, broadband coverage in the 38506 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Tennessee - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 38506 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 82% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 73% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 16% of those living in the 38506 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 38506 area, and 80.46% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 38506, prices start at $34.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 38506 ZIP code are Frontier, Spectrum, and Twin Lakes bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to most in the 38506 ZIP code, covering 67% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 81% of the area. Cookeville’s third most-available internet provider, Twin Lakes, offers DSL to around 31% of residents in the 38506 ZIP code.
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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 Frontier offers broadband to most households in the 38506 ZIP code, covering 67% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Cookeville, $52.48.
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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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
Spectrum offers a cable and fiber hybrid internet connection with competitive pricing for speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** with no data caps or contracts. Spectrum also offers internet and cable TV bundles.
A modem is included with all Spectrum Internet® plans. Spectrum charges $10/mo. for Advanced WiFi for its lower-tier plan, but it’s included with Spectrum Internet® Gig.
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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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
Spectrum offers a cable and fiber hybrid internet connection with competitive pricing for speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** with no data caps or contracts. Spectrum also offers internet and cable TV bundles.
A modem is included with all Spectrum Internet® plans. Spectrum charges $10/mo. for Advanced WiFi for its lower-tier plan, but it’s included with Spectrum Internet® Gig.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 38506 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 38506 and the greater Cookeville area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Cookeville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Cookeville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 38506 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 38506 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 81% of households in 38506. The next fastest internet provider in the 38506 ZIP code is Twin Lakes, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 31% of the area.
Ben Lomand Connect offers the cheapest internet in the 38506 ZIP with service starting at $34.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Cookeville, $52.48.
Twin Lakes is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 38506 ZIP code, covering 21% of the city.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your 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.
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.
*Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
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