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Internet providers in 54495
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 73% |
| Wood County Telephone Company | - | - | Fiber-optic | 67% |
| Wood County Telephone Company | - | - | DSL | 23% |
| TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Nsight | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?54495 internet service at a glance
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 $35 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, TDS Telecom, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 54495 ZIP code, covering 73% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from TDS Telecom, which covers 13% of the area. Wisconsin Rapids’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, 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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wisconsin Rapids, $47.50.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wisconsin Rapids, $1.90.
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.
TDS Telecom 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from TDS Telecom offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 54495 ZIP code, covering 13% of the area.
DSL internet from TDS Telecom 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 TDS Telecom start at $35/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Wisconsin Rapids, $47.50.
TDS Telecom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 1 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $35.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wisconsin Rapids, $1.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, TDS Telecom offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 54495 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Wisconsin Rapids's providers, 50 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Wisconsin Rapids, $47.50.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wisconsin Rapids, $1.90.
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.
Internet providers in 54495 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 54495?
Wood County Telephone Company 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?
TDS Telecom offers the cheapest internet in the 54495 ZIP with service starting at $35/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wisconsin Rapids, $47.50.
Is fiber internet available in 54495?
Wood County Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 54495 ZIP code, covering 67% of the city.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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.
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