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Internet providers in 54981
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54981 internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 66% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 74% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 1.139% |
| Amherst Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 5.511% |
| Amherst Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 2.094% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 1.642% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Ceom | - | 20 - 0.7 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Bug Tussel Wireless | $14.99 | 0.512 - 4 Mbps | Wireless | 93% |
| Gamewood Technology Group | - | - | Wireless | 2.328% |
*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.
Need help?54981 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
11019
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 88.02%
2 providers - 59.83%
3 providers - 1.01%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 88%, broadband coverage in the 54981 ZIP code is slightly lower than the rest of Wisconsin - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 54981 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 74% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 71% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.510% of those living in the 54981 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 54981 area, and 59.83% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 54981, prices start at $14.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 54981
The largest internet providers serving the 54981 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 54981 ZIP code, covering 66% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 74% of the area. Waupaca’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 54981 ZIP code.
AT&T 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 54981 ZIP code, covering 66% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T 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 AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Waupaca, $40.83.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waupaca, $0.91.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 54981 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 66% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Waupaca's providers, 65 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to most households in the 54981 ZIP code, covering 74% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 54981 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 Waupaca, $40.83.
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 Waupaca, $0.91.
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 54981 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 74% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Waupaca's providers, 65 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 54981 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 54981 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 Waupaca, $40.83.
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 Waupaca, $0.91.
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 54981 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Waupaca's providers, 65 Mbps.
Internet providers in 54981 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 54981?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 54981 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 74% of households in 54981. The next fastest internet provider in the 54981 ZIP code is Amherst Telephone Company, offering download speeds up to 240 Mbps to 5.511% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 54981?
Bug Tussel Wireless offers the cheapest internet in the 54981 ZIP with service starting at $14.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Waupaca, $40.83.
Is fiber internet available in 54981?
Amherst Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 54981 ZIP code, covering 5.511% of the city.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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.
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