Who is our top ranked provider in Meridian PA? [Updated]

Meridian, Pennsylvania Broadband Internet Service

There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Meridian, Pennsylvania and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Meridian:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Armstrong Holdings	Cable	1000 Mbps	25 Mbps	99.5%
2	CenturyLink	DSL	60 Mbps	5 Mbps	72.4%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Meridian PA Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Meridian are compared to Butler County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Pennsylvania overall?
Average download speeds in Meridian of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Butler County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Pennsylvania.

Meridian Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Meridian is 7.19 Mbps. This is 25.8% slower than the average in Pennsylvania and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Meridian is 26.1% faster than the Butler County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Meridian is 7.19 Mbps. This is 0.7% faster than the Butler County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 97.0% of Butler County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 9.4% of Butler County residents
The average internet download speed in Butler County is 25.62 Mbps based upon 242448 samples taken in the past year

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 Meridian 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 Armstrong Holdings as the top provider for Meridian, Pennsylvania.

How do the internet speeds in Meridian compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Click through to see how the Meridian broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Beech Mountain Lakes, Grill, Munhall, New Hope, Paradise, Perryopolis, Uniontown

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 Meridian, Pennsylvania?

The following zip codes were used: 16001 and 16053

Who has the fastest internet service in Meridian?

Armstrong Holdings with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Meridian.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Meridian - CenturyLink.

Meridian 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.