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Internet Providers in Albany, Kentucky

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Home Internet in Albany, KY

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 6.2%
  • 2. Kinetic by Windstream
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 54%
  • 3. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 62.1%
    Albany speed tests confirm high speeds for Mediacom
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    12 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 42%
  • 6. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 21.6%
  • Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 6.2%
  • DUO Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 6.3%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 25.1%

Best Internet Providers in Albany, KY

Kinetic by Windstream dominates Albany, Kentucky’s internet market, offering both DSL and fiber connections with speeds up to 1 Gbps. Its plans start at $39.99 per month, covering about 54% of the city. This makes it a strong option for residents who need high-speed internet. Fiber connections bring reliability and speed, perfect for families with multiple users or anyone who regularly streams or games online.

Viasat Internet delivers full coverage in Albany with a satellite connection, reaching even the most remote areas. It offers a maximum speed of 150 Mbps, but its plans start at $199.99 per month, which might be a drawback for those on a budget.

EarthLink offers 5G internet and covers 21.60% of Albany. Its plans start at $39.95 per month with speeds up to 100 Mbps. Though its coverage is more limited, the 5G technology could attract residents within its service area.

Albany’s tech coverage includes 57% DSL, 60% fiber, 23% fixed wireless, and 100% satellite. These options provide diverse internet solutions to suit different preferences and needs.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Viasat
100%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Kinetic by Windstream
  • Mediacom
  • DUO Broadband
62.129999999999995%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Albany, KY

Provider Connection Types in Albany, KY

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Albany, KY
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
56.64%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
60.419999999999995%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
8.14%

List of Internet Providers in Albany, KY

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T 5G Internet 300 Mbps
Kinetic by Windstream DSL, Fiber 1 Gbps
Mediacom Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 12 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 415 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 225 Mbps
DUO Broadband Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps

Internet Providers in Albany, KY

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Kinetic by Windstream $24.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
Mediacom $19.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $69.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 12 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 415 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 225 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
DUO Broadband $79.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet

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