Internet providers in 54452

Q: [What’s the fastest internet provider in 54452?]

[Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 54452 ZIP code with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 55% of households in 54452. The next fastest internet provider in the 54452 ZIP code is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.]

Q: [What’s the cheapest internet provider in 54452?]

[Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 54452 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Merrill, $44.34.]

Q: [Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?]

[Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi. ]

Q: [Should I use my own router?]

[There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.]

Q: [Do I need a phone line for broadband?]

[The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.]

Q: [What are my internet options?]

[Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.]

Find internet providers serving the 54452 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.

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54452 internet providers

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Provider
Frontier	$27.99	6 - 24 Mbps	DSL	73%
Spectrum	$44.99	200 - 100 Mbps	Cable	55%
HughesNet	$59.99	25 - 25 Mbps	Satellite	100%
Viasat	$50.00	12 - 25 Mbps	Satellite	100%
BendBroadband	-	100 - 1 Mbps	Wireless	100%
King Street Wireless	-	-	Wireless	100%
Ceom	-	20 - 0.7 Mbps	Wireless	100%
AirRunner Networks	$51.10	6 - 15 Mbps	Wireless	76%
Network Professionals	-	-	Wireless	7.020%
Country Wireless	$32.00	1 - 7 Mbps	Wireless	1.554%
Wittenberg Cable TV Company	-	-	Wireless	1.343%

*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 22, 2021.

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54452 internet service at a glance

Fastest advertised download speeds

100 Mbps
Provider: Spectrum
Source: FCC
Broadband availability
11026
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 80.26%
2 providers - 48.14%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
Most available internet technology

Cable - 55%
DSL - 73%
Fiber - 0.000%
Source: FCC

At 80%, broadband coverage in the 54452 ZIP code is slightly lower than the rest of Wisconsin - 98%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the 54452 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 73% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 55% 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 11 internet providers serving the 54452 area, and 48.14% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 11 internet providers in 54452, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 54452

The largest internet providers serving the 54452 ZIP code are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.

DSL internet from Frontier is available to most in the 54452 ZIP code, covering 73% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 55% of the area. Merrill’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 54452 ZIP code.

Frontier DSL internet

Provider
Frontier

Starting price*
$27.99/mo.

Max download speed
24 Mbps

Max upload speed
2 Mbps

Average availability
73%

*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 Feb 22, 2021.

DSL from Frontier offers broadband to most households in the 54452 ZIP code, covering 73% of the area.

DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines 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, $44.34.

Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Merrill, $1.06.

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 54452 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 73% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Merrill's providers, 33 Mbps.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum

Starting price*
$44.99/mo.

Max download speed
100 Mbps

Max upload speed
5 Mbps

Average availability
55%

*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 Feb 22, 2021.

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to about half of households in the 54452 ZIP code, covering 55% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 54452 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, $44.34.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Merrill, $1.06.

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 54452 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 55% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Merrill's providers, 33 Mbps.

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or call us today: (844) 451-2720

Call us: (844) 512-2720

HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet

Starting price*
$59.99/mo.

Max download speed
25 Mbps

Max upload speed
3 Mbps

Average availability
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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 54452 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 54452 ZIP 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, $44.34.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Merrill, $1.06.

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 54452 ZIP code. 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, 33 Mbps.

Check availability

or call us today: (844) 451-2720

Call us: (844) 512-2720

Internet providers in 54452 frequently asked questions

What’s the fastest internet provider in 54452?

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 54452 ZIP code with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 55% of households in 54452. The next fastest internet provider in the 54452 ZIP code is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.

What’s the cheapest internet provider in 54452?

Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 54452 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Merrill, $44.34.

Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?

Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.

Should I use my own router?

There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.

Do I need a phone line for broadband?

The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.

What are my internet options?

Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.