Who is our top ranked provider in Shellman GA? [Updated]

Shellman, Georgia Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Shellman, GA that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Shellman by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Mediacom	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	95.8%
2	Windstream	DSL	200 Mbps	200 Mbps	97.6%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Shellman GA Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Shellman which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Shellman of 3.07 Mbps are faster than the Randolph County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Georgia.

Shellman Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Shellman is 138.1% faster than the Randolph County average and 38.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Shellman is 3.07 Mbps. This is 88.3% faster than the Randolph County average and 73.5% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 69.5% of Randolph County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 2.7% of Randolph County residents
The average internet download speed in Randolph County is 8.39 Mbps based upon 3464 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Shellman is 32.9% slower than the average in Georgia and 38.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Shellman residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Mediacom as the top provider for Shellman, Georgia.

How do the internet speeds in Shellman compare to other cities in Georgia?

Click through to see how the Shellman broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Hawkinsville, Marshallville, Midway, Sardis, Smyrna, Sunnyside, Union City

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Shellman, Georgia?

The following zip codes were used: 39886

Who has the fastest internet service in Shellman?

Mediacom with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Shellman.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Shellman - Windstream.

Shellman Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.