Who is our top ranked provider in Hamilton IN? [Updated]

Hamilton, Indiana Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Hamilton, 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 Hamilton 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	94.8%
2	Defiance Holdings	wireless	50 Mbps	5 Mbps	100.0%
3	Locl-Net	wireless	51 Mbps	5 Mbps	96.1%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	Lakeland Internet	wireless	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	30.4%

Hamilton IN 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton of 1.16 Mbps are slower than the Delaware County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Indiana.

Hamilton Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Hamilton is 67.5% slower than the Delaware County average and 77.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Hamilton is 1.16 Mbps. This is 83.1% slower than the Delaware County average and 90% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 91.1% of Delaware County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 14.2% of Delaware County residents
The average internet download speed in Delaware County is 22.64 Mbps based upon 139832 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Hamilton is 73.3% slower than the average in Indiana and 77.3% 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton, Indiana.

How do the internet speeds in Hamilton compare to other cities in Indiana?

Click through to see how the Hamilton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Carmel, Converse, Daleville, Haubstadt, Millersburg, Westfield, Winamac

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 Hamilton, Indiana?

The following zip codes were used: 46742, 47220, 47228, 47274, 47303, 47304, 47338, 47852, 47864, 47865, 47879 and 47882

Who has the fastest internet service in Hamilton?

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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Hamilton, Indiana.

Hamilton 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.