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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.580% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 87% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 49% |
Harbor Communications 
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- | 940 - 20 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
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Harbor Communications
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- | 940 - 20 Mbps | Wired | 100% |
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C Spire
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- | - | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
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Harbor Communications
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- | 940 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| DSLbyAir | $59.95 | 15 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 10% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.84%
3 providers - 98.57%
4+ providers - 44.43%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 36608 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Alabama - 94%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 36608 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 70% of those living in the 36608 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 36608 area, and 99.84% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 36608, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 36608 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Mediacom bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 36608 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 87% of the area. Mobile’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 49% of residents in the 36608 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 36608 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Mobile, $47.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mobile, $1.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 36608 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mobile's providers, 248 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 36608 ZIP code, covering 87% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 36608 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Mobile, $47.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mobile, $1.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 36608 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mobile's providers, 248 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to about half of households in the 36608 ZIP code, covering 49% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 36608 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Mobile, $47.99.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Mobile, $1.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 36608 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 49% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mobile's providers, 248 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 36608 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 36608 and the greater Mobile area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Mobile at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Mobile at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 36608 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 36608 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in 36608. The next fastest internet provider in the 36608 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 2.580% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in the 36608 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mobile, $47.99.
Harbor Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 36608 ZIP code, covering 100% of the city. C Spire also offers fiber internet in 36608 and is available to 11% of households.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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