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Internet providers in 26241
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26241 internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Suddenlink | $30.00 | 100 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Lumos Networks  | $44.95 | 150 - 1.1 Mbps | DSL | 2.627% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Micrologic | $39.95 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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?26241 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5863
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.59%
2 providers - 97.56%
3 providers - 2.63%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 26241 ZIP code 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 26241 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Elkins, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 26241 area, and 97.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 26241, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 26241
The largest internet providers serving the 26241 ZIP code are Frontier, Suddenlink, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 26241 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Suddenlink, which covers 100% of the area. Elkins’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 26241 ZIP code.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 26241 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Elkins, $42.15.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Elkins, $0.71.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 26241 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Elkins's providers, 32 Mbps.
Suddenlink 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 Suddenlink offers broadband to all households in the 26241 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Suddenlink’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 26241 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Suddenlink start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Elkins, $42.15.
Suddenlink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Elkins, $0.71.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Suddenlink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 7 Mbps in 26241 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Elkins's providers, 32 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 26241 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 26241 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 Elkins, $42.15.
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 Elkins, $0.71.
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 26241 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Elkins's providers, 32 Mbps.
Internet providers in 26241 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 26241?
Suddenlink is the fastest internet provider in the 26241 ZIP code with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 26241. The next fastest internet provider in the 26241 ZIP code is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 26241?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 26241 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Elkins, $42.15.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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.
Why is my internet slow today?
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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.
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