Internet Providers in Dothan, AL

Over 1,011 people in Dothan found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

7% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Authentic fiber connection, from the network to your door.

#2

Spectrum

63.52% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

7 Gbps

User Review:

(2713)

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Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Sign up today to enjoy the best in-home entertainment.

#3

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#4

Xfinity

85.35% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#5

Brightspeed

68.33% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2977)

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We’re a brand-new choice in internet. And we’re on a mission to power your home with reliable internet.

#6

CenturyLink

93.04% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#7

Viasat

98.69% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#8

WOW!

59.94% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Television
Speed up to:

50 Mbps

User Review:

(2721)

WOW! is a leading broadband provider, serving customers in 20 markets across Michigan, Alabama, Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida

#9

HughesNet

97.97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

#10

Starlink

97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite
Speed up to:

400 Mbps

User Review:

(2978)

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Fast Satellite Internet available almost anywhere on Earth.

Television Only Providers in Dothan, AL

#1DIRECTV

  • Stream over your internet connection; no dish required
  • 2-year price guarantee — no annual contract
  • Preferred video provider
  • New subscriptions to Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN UNLIMITED included
  • CHOICE package: 125+ channels, 75k+ Video on demand, locals & RSNs included
  • Self-setup in minutes; no technician needed
Pricing starting at:
$59.99

#2Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Dothan

Dothan sits in Alabama's Wiregrass and has long been the regional trading hub for southeast Alabama. Where U.S. 231 and the Norfolk Southern rail line slice through town, they steered where neighborhoods and commercial strips grew. Fiber service is concentrated inside the Ross Clark Circle and in newer subdivisions north of downtown, while cable infrastructure covers much of west and south Dothan and satellite or fixed wireless is expanding in the outlying farm roads. So folks near the circle usually see consistent upload-heavy performance for video calls and cloud backups, but once you pass the city limits people often juggle slower cable tiers, higher-latency satellites, or opportunistic 5G home links.

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Dothan, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $30 and $99/mo.

Spectrum cable internet is the next-best option in Dothan for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 7 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $30/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Dothan. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 11 Mbps-1 Gbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Dothan?

Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Dothan, AL, with download speeds up to 7 Gbps and upload speeds up to 2 Gbps — available to 63.52% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
SpectrumFiber / Cable / Television / Phone7 Gbps2 Gbps63.52%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps7.00%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps1 Gbps85.35%
BrightspeedFiber / DSL2 Gbps2 Gbps68.33%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps93.04%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.69%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 Mbps86.10%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.97%
WOW!Fiber / Cable / DSL / Television50 Mbps5 Mbps59.94%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Dothan?

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Dothan starting at $30.00/month with speeds up to 7 Gbps. Brightspeed offers the next lowest price at $39.00/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Spectrum$30.00Up to 7 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Brightspeed$39.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 100 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
WOW!$40.00Up to 50 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Dothan?

Dothan has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

5.22%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

93.16%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 63.52%, Xfinity covers 85.35%. Up to 7 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

92.99%

Brightspeed, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps), Starlink (400 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Dothan residents.

Dothan, AL - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Dothan, AL has a total of 14 internet providers including  8 Fiber providers, 5 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Dothan, AL by Coverage Area

All 14 internet providers serving Dothan by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 7 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.69%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.97%
3.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
4.CenturyLink1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone93.04%
5.Earthlink 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet86.10%
6.Xfinity2 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone85.35%
7.Brightspeed2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / DSL68.33%
8.Spectrum7 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone63.52%
9.WOW!50 Mbps5 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Television59.94%
10.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber7.00%
11.Troy Cable1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / Cable2.36%
12.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
13.T-Mobile 5G Home Internet~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet~
14.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Dothan?

Yes. Dothan residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

Provider Program

Spectrum Internet Assist

$25/month for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Spectrum Internet Assist includes a modem and Security Suite (some may qualify for $15/mo).

Frequently Asked Questions about Dothan

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Dothan, AL, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 14 internet providers in Dothan, AL. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL and satellite.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $30.00. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

Spectrum has the fastest speeds in Dothan, with a top download speed of 7 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Dothan. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Dothan residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Dothan, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Dothan. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Dothan is 33 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Dothan, AL.

Viasat, HughesNet, Starlink, CenturyLink, and Earthlink 5G Home Internet offer internet in Dothan, AL.

  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Dothan

Houston-Love Memorial Library - Dothan
212 West Burdeshaw Street
Dothan, AL 36303
(334) 793-9767

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