Internet providers in Athens, GA

Internet in Athens

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Athens area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Athens Residential Internet Coverage

Athens is the fifth largest community in Georgia. It's one of the most expensive places to live in the state. The residents tend to be well-educated, although more than one-third of them live below the federal poverty line. People of Hispanic or Latino descent account for more than 10% of the population.

High-speed internet is hard to come by in Athens. Currently, the only option is HughesNet satellite internet for both businesses and residents. This seems odd for such a large city.

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Data based on internet speed tests performed in Athens

Average download speed
156.72 Mbps

Average upload speed
42.66 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
22.05 ms

Average jitter
25.52 ms

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What is the best internet provider in Athens?

AT&T - Great value
Spectrum - No data caps
Xfinity - High speeds widely available
Verizon Home Internet - Fast upload and download speeds

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Summary of Athens internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
AT&T	Fiber	5000 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for AT&T
Spectrum	Cable	1000 Mbps (wireless speeds may vary)	3.5/5	View Plans for Spectrum
Xfinity	Cable	1200 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for Xfinity
Verizon Home Internet	5G Home	300 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Easy Internet Now	Fiber	5000 Mbps	4.5/5
ispMint	5G Home	5 Mbps	4.5/5	View Plans for ispMint