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Internet Providers in Van Lear, Kentucky

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Home Internet in Van Lear, KY
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    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Foothills Broadband
    • Shentel
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 19.9%
  • 2. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 5.3%
  • 3. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 19.9%
  • Foothills Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 14%
  • Shentel
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 89.9%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

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Best Internet Providers in Van Lear, KY

In Van Lear, Kentucky, Viasat Internet stands as the top internet service provider. Its satellite connection covers 100% of the community, ensuring everyone has access. With a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps, Viasat supports high-bandwidth activities like streaming and online gaming. The starting price of $199.99 per month is on the higher end, but the extensive coverage and decent speeds make it a reliable option, especially in areas lacking other connection types.

EarthLink 5G Home Internet ranks second in Van Lear. It offers a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps at a more affordable starting price of $39.95 per month. However, it covers only 5.30% of the community, limiting its accessibility. While providing a budget-friendly alternative with competitive speeds, its limited reach makes it less viable for many residents.

The current internet landscape in Van Lear favors satellite connections with 100% coverage from providers like Viasat and Hughesnet. Cable and fiber connections cover 52% and 90% of the community, respectively.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • 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
  • Foothills Broadband
  • Shentel
89.86%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Van Lear, Kentucky

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Provider Connection Types in Van Lear, KY

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Van Lear, KY
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
90.41%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
51.89%

Internet Providers in Van Lear, KY

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
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 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Foothills Broadband $69.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Shentel $70/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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