Wakarusa, Indiana Broadband Internet Service
Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 8 choices for service in Wakarusa, IN 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 Wakarusa 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 | New Paris | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 100.0% |
2 | Xfinity | Cable | 987 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 94.3% |
3 | Mercury Wireless | wireless | 100 Mbps | 20 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | Frontier | DSL | 115 Mbps | 7 Mbps | 98.2% |
5 | Fourway Computer Products | wireless | 25 Mbps | 8 Mbps | 100.0% |
6 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
7 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
8 | Surf Air Wireless | wireless | 25 Mbps | 6 Mbps | 16.7% |
Wakarusa IN Internet Access Options
When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Wakarusa have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:
Broadband Internet Speeds
How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Wakarusa compare to Elkhart County? The average speed in Wakarusa is 12.2 Mbps which is slower than Elkhart County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Indiana average of 27.55 Mbps.
Wakarusa Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Wakarusa is 55.7% slower than the average in Indiana and 62.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 16.1% of the Elkhart County population
The average internet download speed in Wakarusa is 12.2 Mbps based upon 768 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 95.4% of the Wakarusa population
Fiber optic internet is available to 100.0% of Wakarusa residents
There are 8 residential internet providers in Wakarusa, IN providing service to at least 15% of the city
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 Wakarusa 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 New Paris as the top provider for Wakarusa, Indiana.
How do the internet speeds in Wakarusa compare to other cities in Indiana?
Click through to see how the Wakarusa broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Georgetown, Hammond, Lake Station, Mitchell, Monon, Speedway, Veedersburg
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 Wakarusa, Indiana?
The following zip codes were used: 46573
Who has the fastest internet service in Wakarusa?
New Paris with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Wakarusa.
Is there DSL internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Wakarusa - Frontier.
Wakarusa 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.
Xfinity
- 260+ channels
- Award winning voice remote
- Customize your plan
- Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages