Best Evans City Internet Service Providers

There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Evans City, 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 Evans City:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1Armstrong HoldingsCable, Fiber1000 Mbps25 Mbps94.1%
2CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber100 Mbps100 Mbps96.3%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Evans City 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.

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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 Evans City of 7.19 Mbps are faster than the Butler County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Pennsylvania.

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Evans City Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Butler County is 25.62 Mbps based upon 242448 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Evans City 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 Evans City 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 Evans City 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

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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 Evans City 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 Evans City, Pennsylvania.

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

Click through to see how the Evans City broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bryn Mawr, Dalton, Eldred, Hanover, Hazleton, Kenhorst, Lamar

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 Evans City, Pennsylvania?

The following zip codes were used: 16033

Who has the fastest internet service in Evans City?

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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Evans City - CenturyLink.




Evans City 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.


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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Sling

  • 50+ channels
  • 50 hours of DVR storage
  • No annual contracts
  • Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices
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