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Internet providers in West Allis, WI

West Allis, WI internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL84%
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsFiber-optic10%
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable100%
BendBroadband - -DSL60%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
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West Allis internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in West Allis 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 West Allis area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of West Allis residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 53% of those living in West Allis.

There are five internet providers serving the West Allis area, and 95.37% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among West Allis's five internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in West Allis

The largest internet providers in West Allis are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to West Allis.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to most West Allis residents, covering 84% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 10% of the area. West Allis’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of West Allis residents.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

84%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in West Allis covering 84% of the area.

DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in West Allis 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in West Allis, $59.99.

AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Allis, $0.67.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in West Allis. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Allis's providers, 356 Mbps.

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AT&T fiber-optic internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

10%

Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in West Allis covering 10% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout West Allis than other internet types.

Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in West Allis, $59.99.

AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Allis, $0.67.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in West Allis. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Allis's providers, 356 Mbps.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in West Allis covering 100% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but West Allis residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in West Allis, $59.99.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Allis, $0.67.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in West Allis. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Allis's providers, 356 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of West Allis, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside West Allis, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in West Allis and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are about average in West Allis at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in West Allis at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many West Allis residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in West Allis with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 84% of households in West Allis. The next fastest internet provider in West Allis is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 10% of the area.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in West Allis with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in West Allis, $59.99.

AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in West Allis, covering 10% of the city.

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.

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.

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.