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Internet providers in 54495
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54495 internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 73% |
Solarus  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 67% |
| Solarus | - | - | DSL | 23% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Ceom | - | 20 - 0.7 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| BendBroadband | - | 100 - 1 Mbps | Wireless | 0.431% |
*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?54495 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3439
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 79.25%
3 providers - 1.66%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 54495 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 54495 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 73% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 67% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 42% of those living in the 54495 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 54495 area, and 79.25% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 54495, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 54495
The largest internet providers serving the 54495 ZIP code are Spectrum, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 54495 ZIP code, covering 73% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Wisconsin Rapids’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 54495 ZIP code.
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 54495 ZIP code, covering 73% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 54495 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 Wisconsin Rapids, $51.66.
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 Wisconsin Rapids, $0.65.
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 54495 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 73% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Wisconsin Rapids's providers, 50 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 54495 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 54495 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 Wisconsin Rapids, $51.66.
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 Wisconsin Rapids, $0.65.
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 54495 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Wisconsin Rapids's providers, 50 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 54495 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 54495 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wisconsin Rapids, $51.66.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wisconsin Rapids, $0.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 54495 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Wisconsin Rapids's providers, 50 Mbps.
Internet providers in 54495 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 54495?
Solarus is the fastest internet provider in the 54495 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 67% of households in 54495. The next fastest internet provider in the 54495 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 73% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 54495?
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 54495 ZIP with service starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Wisconsin Rapids, $51.66.
Is fiber internet available in 54495?
Solarus is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 54495 ZIP code, covering 67% of the city.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
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