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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 42% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.011% |
UCI  | - | - | DSL | 2.956% |
| BendBroadband | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.542% |
| BendBroadband | - | - | DSL | 2.194% |
| UCI | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.459% |
| Athena Broadband | - | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.061% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Athena Broadband | - | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 2.622% |
*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.
Need help?At 99%, broadband coverage in Nashville 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 Nashville area will have access to DSL, which covers 96% of Nashville residents. 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 77% of those living in Nashville.
There are seven internet providers serving the Nashville area. Among Nashville's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Nashville are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Nashville.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Nashville residents, covering 93% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 42% of the area. Nashville’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Nashville 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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Nashville covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Nashville 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Nashville, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Nashville, $1.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Nashville. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Nashville's providers, 775 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 AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in Nashville covering 42% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Nashville than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Nashville, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Nashville, $1.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Nashville. These download speeds are available to 42% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Nashville's providers, 775 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 Nashville covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Nashville 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 Nashville, $54.99.
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 Nashville, $1.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Nashville. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Nashville's providers, 775 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Nashville, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Nashville, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Nashville and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Nashville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Nashville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Nashville residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Nashville with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in Nashville. The next fastest internet provider in Nashville is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 42% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Nashville with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Nashville, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Nashville, covering 42% of the city. BendBroadband also offers fiber internet in Nashville and is available to 2.542% of households.
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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.
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.
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