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Internet Providers in Welch, West Virginia

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Home Internet in Welch, WV

  • 1. Frontier
    Call For Details: (855) 915-4111
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 70%
  • 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. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. Shentel
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 86.7%

Best Internet Providers in Welch, WV

Welch, West Virginia's top-rated internet service provider is Frontier, covering about 32% of the city with its DSL connection. Its download speeds clock in between 10 to 115 Mbps. Frontier strikes a perfect balance between cost and speed, with plans starting at $64.99 per month. This is an ideal choice for everyday connectivity needs like browsing, streaming and occasional downloads.

Viasat Internet and Hughesnet respectively rank as the second and third providers. They expand internet access into more remote places by offering satellite connection that covers a full 100% of Welch. Viasat's maximum download speed is 100 Mbps and plans start at a lower price of $49.99 per month. This makes it a top-choice for consumers seeking fast speeds at a budget-friendly price.

In contrast, Hughesnet provides the same 100% coverage with a lower max download speed of 25 Mbps, but its plans start at the same price as Viasat's. Despite not catering to those craving high-speed internet, Hughesnet remains a solid choice for those located in far-flung areas.

In Welch, the internet service landscape is diverse, featuring connection types like DSL, satellite, and 5% cable. This varied coverage ensures residents can choose an internet plan that precisely meets their needs and preferences.

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
  • Frontier
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Shentel
86.74%

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Provider Connection Types in Welch, WV

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Welch, WV
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
32.31%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
5.43%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
87.27000000000001%

List of Internet Providers in Welch, WV

Provider Type Top Speed
Frontier DSL 115 Mbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Shentel Cable, Fiber 1 Gbps

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