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Internet providers in Merrill, WI
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Merrill, WI internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 89% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Nsight | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 99% |
| AirRunner Networks LLC | - | - | Wireless | 57% |
*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?Merrill internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Merrill 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 Merrill area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Merrill residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Merrill, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the Merrill area, and 87.15% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Merrill's eight internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Merrill
The largest internet providers in Merrill are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Merrill.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Merrill residents, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 98% of the area. Merrill’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Merrill residents.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Merrill covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Merrill 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 $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Merrill, $43.59.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Merrill, $2.08.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Merrill. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Merrill's providers, 35 Mbps.
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 nearly all households in Merrill covering 98% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Merrill residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Merrill, $43.59.
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 Merrill, $2.08.
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 Merrill. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Merrill's providers, 35 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Merrill covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Merrill 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Merrill, $43.59.
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 Merrill, $2.08.
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 Merrill. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Merrill's providers, 35 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Merrill?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Merrill with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Merrill. The next fastest internet provider in Merrill is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Merrill?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Merrill with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Merrill, $43.59.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
How can I lower my cable bill?
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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