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Internet Providers in Rochester, Vermont

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Home Internet in Rochester, VT

  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 44%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. Consolidated
    Speeds Up To
    80 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 13.5%
  • 5. EC Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 98.7%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Rochester, VT

Xfinity stands as the top internet service provider in Rochester, Vermont, despite its limited 44% coverage. It offers a cable connection with impressive maximum download speeds of up to 1.2 Gbps. Starting at $30 per month, Xfinity balances speed and affordability, though its reach doesn't cover all residents. With cable's broad 99% availability in the community, those within Xfinity's range enjoy high-speed internet access.

In contrast, satellite providers Viasat Internet and Hughesnet guarantee 100% coverage for the entire Rochester community, ensuring everyone can access the internet. Viasat delivers the highest satellite speeds at 150 Mbps, starting at $99.99 per month, which can be pricey for some. Hughesnet offers slightly lower speeds of 100 Mbps but starts at a more affordable $49.99 per month. These satellite options, though slower and costlier than Xfinity, provide essential connectivity for areas without cable or fiber.

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
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • EC Fiber
98.74000000000001%

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Provider Connection Types in Rochester, VT

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Rochester, VT
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
11.899999999999999%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
43.230000000000004%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
98.87%

List of Internet Providers in Rochester, VT

Provider Type Top Speed
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Consolidated DSL 80 Mbps
EC Fiber Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Rochester, VT

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Consolidated Communications $51.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 80 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
EC Fiber $72/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

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