Internet Providers in Buckhannon, West Virginia
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Home Internet in Buckhannon, WV
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1. Optimum 
Speeds Up To940 Mbps
Connection: CableAvailability: 35.9%Buckhannon speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum -
2. EarthLink
Download Speeds:500 Mbps - 2 Gbps
Connection: FiberAvailability: 5.7% -
3. Frontier
Download Speeds:200 Mbps - 5 Gbps*
Connection: DSL, FiberAvailability: 23.3%Buckhannon speed tests confirm high speeds for Frontier -
4. Hughesnet
Speeds Up To100 Mbps
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
5. Micrologic
Speeds Up To50 Mbps
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 42.1% -
6. UScellular
Speeds Up To25 Mbps
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 49.9% -
7. Starlink
Download Speeds:50 - 220 Mbps
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 98.2% -
Lynx WV
Speeds Up To50 Mbps
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 53.5% -
Always ON
Download Speeds:25 - 150 Mbps
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 51%
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Best Internet Providers in Buckhannon, WV
Optimum stands out as a top choice for internet in Buckhannon, West Virginia. It offers cable connections with download speeds up to 940 Mbps, starting at $40 per month. However, it only covers 35.90% of the city, limiting its accessibility. For those within its range, Optimum’s combination of speed and price is ideal for high-bandwidth activities like gaming and streaming.
Viasat and Hughesnet provide solid alternatives with their satellite connections, covering 100% of Buckhannon. Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps but starts at a pricey $199.99 per month. Hughesnet, with speeds up to 100 Mbps, is more budget-friendly, starting at $49.99 per month. These providers are particularly useful in rural areas where cable or fixed wireless options are unavailable, ensuring reliable connectivity throughout the city. While they may not match Optimum in speed or cost, their extensive coverage makes them dependable choices.
What’s a Good Internet Speed?
| Internet Speed | Appropriate For | Providers in your Area offering this Speed | Availability in your Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Mbps |
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51.01% |
| 100 Mbps |
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99.99% |
| 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
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5.74% |
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Provider Connection Types in Buckhannon, WV
| Connection Type | About this Connection Type | Availability in Buckhannon, WV |
|---|---|---|
| Satellite |
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100% |
| DSL |
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38.41% |
| Cable |
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49.66% |
| Fiber |
|
0.02% |
List of Internet Providers in Buckhannon, WV
| Provider | Type | Top Speed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optimum | Cable | 940 Mbps | |
| EarthLink | Fiber | 5 Gbps | |
| Frontier | DSL, Fiber | 200 Mbps | |
| Hughesnet | Satellite | 100 Mbps | |
| Micrologic | Fixed Wireless | 50 Mbps | |
| UScellular | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | |
| Starlink | Satellite | 220 Mbps | |
| Lynx WV | Fixed Wireless | 50 Mbps | |
| Always ON | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps |
Internet Providers in Buckhannon, WV
| Provider | Plans Starting At | Speeds Up To | Connections | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Optimum | $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Cable | |
| EarthLink Fiber | $59.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber | |
| Frontier | $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 200 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Real-world speeds are impacted by multiple factors and average speeds may be lower than advertised speeds. | DSL, Fiber | |
| Hughesnet | $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
| UScellular | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless | |
| Starlink | $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Satellite | |
| Lynx WV | $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless | |
| Always ON | $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless |
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