Alton, New Hampshire Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Alton, NH 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 Alton 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
1Telephone and Data SystemsDSL, Fiber1000 Mbps400 Mbps99.4%
2Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings IICable1000 Mbps51 Mbps99.4%
3XfinityCable987 Mbps35 Mbps23.5%
4ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Alton NH 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 Alton have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Alton compare to Belknap County? The average speed in Alton is 71.65 Mbps which is faster than Belknap County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the New Hampshire average of 31.79 Mbps.

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Alton Internet Access Facts

  • There are 5 residential internet providers in Alton, NH providing service to at least 15% of the city

  • The average download speed in Alton is 125.4% faster than the average in New Hampshire and 121.1% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • DSL internet is available to 32.9% of the Belknap County population

  • The average internet download speed in Alton is 71.65 Mbps based upon 7656 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • Cable internet is available to 99.0% of the Alton population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 99.2% of Alton residents

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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 Alton 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 and Data Systems as the top provider for Alton, New Hampshire.

Who has the fastest internet service in Alton?

Telephone and Data Systems and Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings II with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Alton.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Alton, New Hampshire?

The following zip codes were used: 03809, 03810, 03816, 03837 and 03855

How do the internet speeds in Alton compare to other cities in New Hampshire?

Click through to see how the Alton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Hancock, Lincoln, Lisbon, Newport, Seabrook Beach, Suncook, Tilton Northfield

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.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Alton, New Hampshire?

Telephone and Data Systems and Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings II provides broadband internet service to 99.4% of Alton.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Alton, NH 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.




Alton 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
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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