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Internet providers in Elmira, NY

Spectrum
63% available in Elmira
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)

User Rating (3430)◊
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or call 833-513-4720

Unlock the best deal when you combine services with Spectrum Internet® – Starting at $30/mo.

Viasat
99% available in Elmira
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps

User Rating (445)◊
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Starlink
99% available in Elmira
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
220Mbps

User Rating(181)◊
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Empire Access
90% available in Elmira
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

User Rating (3)◊
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Spectrum
63% available in Elmira
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)

User Rating (3430)◊
Call Now
833-401-1125
or View Plans for Spectrum

Unlock the best deal when you combine services with Spectrum Internet® – Starting at $30/mo.

Frontier
15% available in Elmira
Connection:
DSL
Download speeds up to
Speeds may vary

User Rating (1280)◊
Call Now
833-401-1128
or View Plans for Frontier

Sign up for Fiber 2 Gig Internet and claim a $200 Visa Reward Card. Terms apply, check for availability.

Viasat
99% available in Elmira
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps

User Rating (445)◊
Call Now
833-401-4480
or View Plans for Viasat
Empire Access
90% available in Elmira
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

User Rating (3)◊
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Mint
Available in Elmira
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating◊
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Visible
Available in Elmira
Connection:
Mobile
Visible
4GLTE Speeds may vary

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Spectrum Mobile
99% available in Elmira
Connection:
Mobile
Spectrum Mobile
5G Speeds may vary

User Rating◊
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Only available to Spectrum Internet customers. Buy one line of Unlimited Data Plan and get the second line FREE for 12 months + extra $100 off when you trade-in an eligible device with the purchase of a new line and phone activation.

AT&T Wireless
100% available in Elmira
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
5G Speeds may vary

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Verizon Wireless
79% available in Elmira
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Rating◊
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0–5 Mbps

Works for:

  • Checking email
  • Streaming music on one device
  • Searching on Google

5–40 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video on one device
  • Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
  • Online gaming for one player

40–100 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming HD video on a few devices
  • Multiplayer online gaming
  • Downloading large files

100–500 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
  • Downloading files quickly
  • Gaming online for multiple players

500–1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

  • Doing a lot of almost anything

Internet in Elmira

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Elmira area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Average starting price
$367.71/mo

Average speed
192.6 Mbps

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Elmira Residential Internet Coverage

Located along the southern border of New York, Elmira is a sizable community of nearly 30,000. It is a principal city in its metropolitan area, providing amenities and attractions to those in surrounding communities. Whether you're in need of Internet service for your home or business, you can use the listings on this page to start your search.

One option to consider during your search is Verizon. Verizon has grown rapidly in recent years and now offers most of Elmira several different connection speed options.

Another choice that might fit your needs is satellite. Satellite service is widespread across Elmira, thanks to Viasat. Viasat supplies the entirety of Elmira with competitive download speeds and affordable plans.

Looking for cable solutions in Elmira? Spectrum could be the way to go. Not only does Spectrum offer some of the highest download speeds in the region, it also has a massive network in this part of the state.

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Average download speed
192.61 Mbps

Average upload speed
47.71 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
26 ms

Average jitter
5.94 ms

 

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Summary of Elmira internet providers

Provider Type Download speeds up to User rating Order online
Spectrum Cable 1000 Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)		 3.5/5 View Plans for Spectrum
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 3/5 View Plans for Viasat
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for Starlink
Empire Access Fiber 1000 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for Empire Access

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

Customer reviews of internet providers in Elmira

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Empire Access

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George F | 06-12-2024

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I am NOT sure if my Empire Internet Speed is the same as my Spectrum was, but Empire is visually slower because large photographs do not become clear for some time if at all.

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Spectrum

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Susan R | 02-27-2024

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Suzanne at Overland Park deserves to be commended on her customer service. Suzanne was determined to solve my billing issue at which she succeeded. She is a SUPER VALUABLE employee. Love her!!

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George F | 06-12-2024

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I am NOT sure if my Empire Internet Speed is the same as my Spectrum was, but Empire is visually slower because large photographs do not become clear for some time if at all.

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Spectrum

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Susan R | 02-27-2024

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Suzanne at Overland Park deserves to be commended on her customer service. Suzanne was determined to solve my billing issue at which she succeeded. She is a SUPER VALUABLE employee. Love her!!

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