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Internet providers in Hayward, WI
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 87% |
| Chequamegon Communications Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | DSL | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Northern Telephone and Data Corp. | - | - | Wireless | 4.553% |
*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?Hayward internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Hayward is comparable to the rest of Wisconsin - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Hayward area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Hayward residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Hayward, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Hayward area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hayward's six internet providers, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Hayward
The largest internet providers in Hayward are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Hayward.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Hayward residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 87% of the area. Hayward’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Hayward residents.
Spectrum cable 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.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Hayward covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hayward residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Hayward, $50.00.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hayward, $1.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Hayward. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hayward's providers, 63 Mbps.
CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Hayward covering 87% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Hayward 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 $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Hayward, $50.00.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hayward, $1.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Hayward. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hayward's providers, 63 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Hayward covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Hayward 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Hayward, $50.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hayward, $1.85.
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 Hayward. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hayward's providers, 63 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Hayward?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Hayward with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Hayward. The next fastest internet provider in Hayward is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 87% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Hayward?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Hayward with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Hayward, $50.00.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
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.
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