Internet providers in Alabama

Compare plans from 7 providers and choose the best option for your home.

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Looking for internet service from a reputable provider near your Alabama home? Click on your city to see what types of internet connections are available, max speeds and providers in your area.

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Alabama internet provider comparison

*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. Speeds may vary. As of 12/09/22.

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Alabama internet at a glance

The population of Alabama is almost entirely connected, with 100% of the state with access to a broadband connection. Depending on where in Alabama you reside, you may be able to shop speeds up to 5,000 Mbps or more affordable plans that start at only $29.99/mo. Satellite internet is also available to the state with providers like HughesNet and Viasat. 

Most widely-available providers in Alabama

  • T-Mobile: 85% coverage. T-Mobile has one plan with no price hikes or hidden fees
  • AT&T: 45% coverage. AT&T offers unlimited data and no contracts
  • Spectrum: 38% coverage. Spectrum has low equipment fees and no data caps

Fastest internet in Alabama

Residents in Alabama can shop much faster speeds than many subscribers. 75% of the population can get speeds from 250 to 500 Mbps. 28% of residents can shop speeds from 500 Mbps to 1 Gig or 1,000 Mbps.

Here’s where you can get the fastest speeds in Alabama:

  • AT&T: DSL and fiber-optic network with speeds up to 4,700 Mbps
  • Xfinity: Cable network with speeds up to 3,000 Mbps
  • Spectrum: Cable network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps

Cheapest internet in Alabama

If you’re looking to shop affordable plans for your Alabama residence, there are a couple providers with competitive rates and modest starting speeds. Consider extra equipment fees and contract agreements when anticipating your final monthly bill. 

  • WOW: $29.99/mo.* for up to 200 Mbps
  • Xfinity: $30.00/mo.* for up to 50 Mbps
  • Spectrum: $49.99/mo.* for up to 300 Mbps

*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. Speeds may vary. As of 12/09/22.

Quality of internet access in Alabama

Nearly all areas of Alabama have access to the recommended minimum broadband speeds, with a smaller percentage able to access gigabit speeds:

  • Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 25/3 Mbps): 98.5%
  • Residents with access to gigabit speeds (at or over 1000/100 Mbps): 28%
  • Average download speed in Alabama: 100 Mbps

Sources: FCC coverage maps and data, internal speed test results and provider websites. 

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