| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 92% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 22% |
Lumos Networks  | $39.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 2.281% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 78% |
| Arx Web | - | 8 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 3.661% |
*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 97.36%
3 providers - 15.25%
4+ providers - 2.28%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Barboursville is comparable to the rest of West Virginia - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Barboursville area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Barboursville residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Barboursville, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the Barboursville area, and 97.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Barboursville's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Barboursville are Frontier, Xfinity, and Optimum bringing DSL and cable options to Barboursville.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Barboursville residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 92% of the area. Barboursville’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 22% of Barboursville residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Barboursville covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Barboursville 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 Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Barboursville, $48.32.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Barboursville covering 92% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Barboursville residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Barboursville, $48.32.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Barboursville, $0.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Barboursville. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Barboursville's providers, 78 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 14, 2023.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to some, but not many households in Barboursville covering 22% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Barboursville residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Barboursville, $48.32.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Barboursville, $0.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 7 Mbps in Barboursville. These download speeds are available to 22% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Barboursville's providers, 78 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Barboursville, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Barboursville, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Barboursville and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Barboursville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Barboursville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Barboursville residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Barboursville with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 92% of households in Barboursville. The next fastest internet provider in Barboursville is Lumos Networks, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 2.281% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Barboursville with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Barboursville, $48.32.
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.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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