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Internet Providers in Alma, New York

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Home Internet in Alma, NY

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. Armstrong
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 80.6%
  • 4. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Alma, NY

In Alma, New York, Viasat Internet ranks as the top provider. It offers satellite connectivity with speeds up to 150 Mbps and covers 100% of the town. Starting at $99.99 per month, Viasat combines vast coverage with decent speeds. Although pricier, its satellite service ensures consistent availability throughout Alma.

HughesNet also provides satellite internet to the entire town, delivering speeds up to 100 Mbps. It starts at $49.99 per month, making it a more affordable choice but with slower speeds than Viasat. Meanwhile, Starlink offers full coverage with faster speeds of up to 220 Mbps, starting at $120 per month.

Alma's residents face limited DSL, fiber, and fixed wireless options, and only 74% have access to cable. This makes satellite providers crucial in connecting underserved areas.

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
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Armstrong
80.58%

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Provider Connection Types in Alma, NY

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Alma, NY
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
1.8900000000000001%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
73.58%

List of Internet Providers in Alma, NY

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Armstrong Fiber 1 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

Internet Providers in Alma, NY

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $119.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Armstrong $34.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
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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