Internet providers in 54971

Q: [What’s the fastest internet provider in 54971?]

[Northern Telephone and Data is the fastest internet provider in the 54971 ZIP code with download speeds up to 525 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.783% of households in 54971. The next fastest internet provider in the 54971 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 80% of the area.]

Q: [What’s the cheapest internet provider in 54971?]

[Bug Tussel Wireless offers the cheapest internet in the 54971 ZIP with service starting at $14.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ripon, $49.99.]

Q: [Is fiber internet available in 54971?]

[Northern Telephone and Data is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 54971 ZIP code, covering 1.783% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in 54971 and is available to 0.732% of households.]

Q: [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.]

Q: [What’s the best internet provider in my 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.]

Q: [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.]

Find internet providers serving the 54971 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.

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54971 internet providers

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Provider
Spectrum	$44.99	200 - 300 Mbps	Cable	80%
CenturyLink	$45.00	20 - 100 Mbps	DSL	79%
CenturyLink	$65.00	20 - 100 Mbps	Fiber-optic	0.732%
Northern Telephone and Data	-	-	Fiber-optic	1.783%
Northern Telephone and Data	-	-	DSL	1.783%
HughesNet	$59.99	25 - 25 Mbps	Satellite	100%
Viasat	$50.00	12 - 25 Mbps	Satellite	100%
Ceom	-	20 - 0.7 Mbps	Wireless	51%
Bug Tussel Wireless	$14.99	0.512 - 12 Mbps	Wireless	40%
Northern Telephone and Data	-	-	Wireless	7.102%
Bertram Communications	$84.95	5 - 25 Mbps	Wireless	1.943%

*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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54971 internet service at a glance

Fastest advertised download speeds

525 Mbps
Provider: Northern Telephone and Data
Source: FCC
Broadband availability
6965
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.36%
2 providers - 80.51%
3 providers - 0.73%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
Most available internet technology

Cable - 80%
DSL - 97%
Fiber - 2.520%
Source: FCC

At 97%, broadband coverage in the 54971 ZIP code 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 54971 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 80% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.520% of those living in the 54971 ZIP code.

There are eight internet providers serving the 54971 area, and 80.51% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 54971, prices start at $14.99 and available download speeds reach up to 525 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 54971

The largest internet providers serving the 54971 ZIP code are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.

Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 54971 ZIP code, covering 80% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 79% of the area. Ripon’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 54971 ZIP code.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum

Starting price*
$44.99/mo.

Max download speed
300 Mbps

Max upload speed
20 Mbps

Average availability
80%

*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 nearly all households in the 54971 ZIP code, covering 80% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 54971 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 Ripon, $49.99.

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 Ripon, $1.06.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 54971 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ripon's providers, 98 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink

Starting price*
$45/mo.

Max download speed
100 Mbps

Max upload speed
40 Mbps

Average availability
79%

*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 CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 54971 ZIP code, covering 79% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Ripon, $49.99.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ripon, $1.06.

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 54971 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ripon's providers, 98 Mbps.

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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 54971 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 54971 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Ripon, $49.99.

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 Ripon, $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 54971 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Ripon's providers, 98 Mbps.

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or call us today: (844) 451-2720

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Internet providers in 54971 frequently asked questions

What’s the fastest internet provider in 54971?

Northern Telephone and Data is the fastest internet provider in the 54971 ZIP code with download speeds up to 525 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.783% of households in 54971. The next fastest internet provider in the 54971 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 80% of the area.

What’s the cheapest internet provider in 54971?

Bug Tussel Wireless offers the cheapest internet in the 54971 ZIP with service starting at $14.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ripon, $49.99.

Is fiber internet available in 54971?

Northern Telephone and Data is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 54971 ZIP code, covering 1.783% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in 54971 and is available to 0.732% of households.

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.

What’s the best internet provider in my 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.

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.