Who is our top ranked provider in Cherokee AL? [Updated]

Cherokee, Alabama Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 3 choices for service in Cherokee, AL 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 Cherokee 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	Telephone Electronics	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	50 Mbps	96.4%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Cherokee AL 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 Cherokee 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 Cherokee compare to Colbert County? The average speed in Cherokee is 15.84 Mbps which is slower than Colbert County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Alabama average of 26.99 Mbps.

Cherokee Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 0.0% of the Cherokee population
Fiber optic internet is available to 14.6% of Colbert County residents
DSL internet is available to 79.9% of Cherokee residents
There are 3 residential internet providers in Cherokee, AL providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Cherokee is 41.3% slower than the average in Alabama and 51.1% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 52.4% of the Colbert County population

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 Cherokee 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 Telephone Electronics as the top provider for Cherokee, Alabama.

Who has the fastest internet service in Cherokee?

Telephone Electronics with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Cherokee.

How do the internet speeds in Cherokee compare to other cities in Alabama?

Click through to see how the Cherokee broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Blue Ridge, Cordova, Hoover, Midland City, Mignon, Morris, Odenville

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Cherokee, Alabama?

Telephone Electronics provides broadband internet service to 96.4% of Cherokee.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 3 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Cherokee, AL residents.

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 Cherokee, Alabama?

The following zip codes were used: 35616

Cherokee 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.