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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
Wave Broadband  | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| 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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 94.93%
2 providers - 93.44%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 90%, broadband coverage in Bangor Base is comparable to the rest of Washington - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Bangor Base area will have access to cable, which covers 90% of Bangor Base residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 68% of those living in Bangor Base.
There are four internet providers serving the Bangor Base area, and 93.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bangor Base's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Bangor Base are CenturyLink, Wave Broadband, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Bangor Base.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Bangor Base residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Wave Broadband, which covers 95% of the area. Bangor Base’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Bangor Base 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Bangor Base covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Bangor Base 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Bangor Base, $56.25.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bangor Base, $4.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Bangor Base. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bangor Base's providers, 80 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 Wave Broadband offers broadband to nearly all households in Bangor Base covering 95% of the area.
Wave Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bangor Base residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Wave Broadband start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Bangor Base, $56.25.
Wave Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 5 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $8.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bangor Base, $4.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Wave Broadband offers download speeds up to 20 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Bangor Base. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Bangor Base's providers, 80 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Bangor Base covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Bangor Base where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bangor Base, $56.25.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bangor Base, $4.33.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Bangor Base. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Bangor Base's providers, 80 Mbps.
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Bangor Base with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in Bangor Base. The next fastest internet provider in Bangor Base is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Wave Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Bangor Base with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bangor Base, $56.25.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
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.
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