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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 99% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 79% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 5.059% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
All Points Broadband  | $59.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 26% |
*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 - 99.63%
2 providers - 98.65%
3 providers - 7.36%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Great Falls is comparable to the rest of Virginia - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Great Falls area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Great Falls residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 57% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 25% of those living in Great Falls.
There are six internet providers serving the Great Falls area, and 98.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Great Falls's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Great Falls are Verizon and Cox bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Great Falls.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Great Falls residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 79% of the area. Great Falls’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 99% of Great Falls 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Great Falls 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 Great Falls 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 Great Falls, $54.15.
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 Great Falls, $0.41.
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 Great Falls. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Great Falls's providers, 251 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Great Falls covering 79% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Great Falls 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 Great Falls, $54.15.
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 Great Falls, $0.41.
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 Great Falls. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Great Falls's providers, 251 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 Cox offers broadband to all households in Great Falls covering 99% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Great Falls residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Great Falls, $54.15.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Great Falls, $0.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Great Falls. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Great Falls's providers, 251 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Great Falls, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Great Falls, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Great Falls and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Great Falls at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Great Falls at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Great Falls residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Great Falls may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Great Falls fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Great Falls with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 5.059% of households in Great Falls. The next fastest internet provider in Great Falls is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Great Falls with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Great Falls, $54.15.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Great Falls, covering 99% 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.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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