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Internet Providers in Nitro, West Virginia

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Home Internet in Nitro, WV
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Optimum
    • Xfinity
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • Frontier
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 18.2%
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 41.9%
    Nitro speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 3. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 14.4%
    Nitro speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 4. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 74.1%
  • Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Frontier
    Call For Details: (855) 915-4111
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 44.8%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 18.2%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Nitro, WV

In Nitro, West Virginia, Optimum ranks as the top internet provider. Using a cable connection, Optimum offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps. Starting at $40 per month, it strikes a good balance between speed and cost. However, it only covers 41.90% of Nitro, limiting access for some residents. Still, those within its range enjoy high-speed internet suitable for heavy streaming, online gaming, and multiple users.

Frontier and Viasat Internet also serve Nitro. Frontier uses DSL, delivering speeds up to 115 Mbps for $64.99 per month. It slightly outpaces Optimum in coverage, reaching 44.80% of the city. In contrast, Viasat provides satellite internet, covering 100% of Nitro. Despite its lower max speed of 150 Mbps, its starting price is a steep $199.99 per month, making it less economical unless a satellite connection is necessary. Nitro residents can choose from various internet types, but the coverage and value differ significantly between providers.

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
  • AT&T
  • Optimum
  • Hughesnet
  • Frontier
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
14.41%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Nitro, West Virginia

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Provider Connection Types in Nitro, WV

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Nitro, WV
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
43.54%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
85.42%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.02%

Internet Providers in Nitro, WV

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
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 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
Frontier $64.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 115 Mbps DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 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

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