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Best Internet Providers in Athens, WV

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Top 8 Internet Service Providers in Athens, WV

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1. Optimum

48.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
940 Mbps Cable
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo
48.4% Available

2. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 129.99/mo
100% Available

3. T-Mobile Home Internet

89.6% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
89.6% Available

4. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

5. Frontier

14.3% Available
Call For Details DSL
Prices Starting At 64.99/mo *
**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. See offer details
14.3% Available

6. XNET WiFi

89.6% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 85.00/mo
89.6% Available

7. UScellular

68.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
25 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
*$60 without Auto Pay And Paperless Billing Discount
68.4% Available

8. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

Best Internet Providers in Athens

For those seeking the best internet connection in Athens, WV, cable internet is the top choice due to its reliable high speeds and coverage. Among the available providers, Optimum stands out as the leading option. Offering cable internet with a coverage of 48.4%, Optimum delivers impressive speeds of up to 940 Mbps, making it well-suited for everything from streaming to online gaming. With a starting price of $40 per month, it combines performance and affordability, ensuring a balanced service for households looking for dependable connectivity.

While cable offers the best performance, those considering DSL as an alternative will find Frontier as a viable option. Despite its 14.3% coverage in Athens, Frontier provides a maximum download speed of 115 Mbps at a starting price of $64.99 per month. This makes it an option worth exploring, particularly in areas where cable coverage is limited, providing a reasonable balance between speed and cost.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Athens

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Average download speed in Athens:

5 Mbps

Based on 8 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Athens

  1. Optimum - Fast download speeds in Athens and most Cable availability
  2. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Athens
  3. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  4. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  5. Frontier - Budget friendly option and most DSL availability
  6. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  7. UScellular - Fixed wireless up to 25 Mbps
  8. Starlink - Widely available

Fastest Internet Providers in Athens

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Athens By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Optimum Cable 940 Mbps 48%
Frontier DSL Call For Details 14%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 195 Mbps 68%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 90%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 150 Mbps 90%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 90%
UScellular Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 68%
Optimum Cable 940 Mbps 48%
Frontier DSL Call For Details 14%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Athens

Internet service providers in Athens use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 54%
Cable - 54%
DSL - 54%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Athens, WV

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Athens, WV 24712

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