Trafalgar, IN High Speed Internet Service
Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 7 choices for service in Trafalgar, 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 Trafalgar 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 |
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1 | Central Indiana Communications | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 25.3% |
2 | BG Networking | Fiber | 200 Mbps | 50 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | Internet Communications | wireless | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | CenturyLink | DSL, Fiber | 80 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 95.2% |
5 | Sparklight | Cable | 300 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 27.4% |
6 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
7 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Trafalgar 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 Trafalgar 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
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 Trafalgar of 2.95 Mbps are slower than the Johnson County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Indiana.
Trafalgar Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Trafalgar is 54.4% slower than the average in Indiana and 61.2% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 62.7% of the Johnson County population
The average internet download speed in Trafalgar is 12.56 Mbps based upon 4080 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 26.6% of the Trafalgar population
Fiber optic internet is available to 100.0% of Trafalgar residents
There are 7 residential internet providers in Trafalgar, 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 Trafalgar 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 Central Indiana Communications as the top provider for Trafalgar, Indiana.
How do the internet speeds in Trafalgar compare to other cities in Indiana?
Click through to see how the Trafalgar broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Goodland, Huntington, Ingalls, Merrillville, Orleans, Patoka, West Terre Haute
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 Trafalgar, Indiana?
The following zip codes were used: 46181
Who has the fastest internet service in Trafalgar?
Central Indiana Communications with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Trafalgar.
Is there DSL internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Trafalgar - CenturyLink.
What is an internet data cap?
Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.
Trafalgar 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.
Sparklight
- 100+ channels
- 200 hours of cloud DVR
- 2 TV plans
- No cable box required. Streams on Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Google-powered smart TVs or similiar
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