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Internet Providers in South Shore, Kentucky

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Home Internet in South Shore, KY

  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 69.8%
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 6.8%
  • 4. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. Kinetic by Windstream
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 82.3%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 6.8%

Best Internet Providers in South Shore, KY

Spectrum dominates South Shore, Kentucky's internet service provider market with its speedy cable connection. Providing maximum download speeds of 1 Gbps, Spectrum covers 71% of the city. With a starting price of $49.99 per month, it's an attractive option for residents who demand high-speed internet connectivity, particularly those who frequently stream media or play online games.

On the flip side, don't dismiss Windstream and Viasat Internet. The majority of South Shore, 82% to be exact, is covered by Windstream's DSL connection. It's maximum download speed stands at 200 Mbps. Although it's not as quick as Spectrum, it's sufficient for regular internet activities. The starting price of $39.99 per month also undercuts Spectrum's rate.

Viasat, on the other hand, utilizes a satellite connection to provide 100% coverage of South Shore. It offers the slowest maximum download speed among the three providers at 30 Mbps. However, it remains a reliable option in areas where cable or DSL internet connections are not accessible or consistent. Its monthly starting plan is priced at $49.99, the same as Spectrum.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Always ON
6.79%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • EarthLink
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Spectrum
69.78%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in South Shore, KY

Provider Connection Types in South Shore, KY

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in South Shore, KY
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
81.94%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
71.49%

List of Internet Providers in South Shore, KY

Provider Type Top Speed
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Kinetic by Windstream DSL 50 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in South Shore, KY

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Spectrum $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $119.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 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
Kinetic by Windstream $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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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