Internet Providers in Tamaqua, PA

Over 105 people in Tamaqua found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

92.36% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Offer: Upgrade to fiber starting at $39.95/mo

#2

Verizon

68.35% availability
Verizon logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2718)

Fios customers get upload speeds as fast as their download speeds.

#3

Viasat

95.25% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

Frontier

4% availability

Connection Types:

DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

Fastest Available

User Review:

(2641)

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For new residential Frontier Internet customers. Requires Auto Pay or $10/mo fee applies. Printed bill available for $2.99/mo. Fee does not apply to NY, PA and select customers. Max speeds if indicated, and optimal performance, are wired. Service capabilities subject to location. Wi-Fi, actual & average speeds or performance vary. Performance details: https://frontier.com/corporate/internet-disclosures. Expert installation ($85) and other applicable charges, additional services and taxes are extra & subject to change during & after the promo period. A $50 equipment restocking fee per household applies when Internet is disconnected. A fee up to $150 per device also applies if equipment is not returned. Service subject to availability. Cannot be combined with other offers. Other restrictions, Frontier policies and service terms apply.

Save $10/mo with auto-pay. Get no data caps, no annual commitment, free installation, and a Wi-Fi router included.

#5

HughesNet

99.06% 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.

Television Only Providers in Tamaqua, PA

#1Dish 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

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Tamaqua

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Tamaqua, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Tamaqua, you will see speed tiers from 11 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39.95-$99/mo range.

Cyberonic is a solid choice in Tamaqua, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Tamaqua and can support most households with speeds up to 1 Gbps and plans starting at $99/mo.

Verizon offers 5G home internet plans starting at $69/mo, and delivers speeds from 8 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Tamaqua.

What is the fastest internet provider in Tamaqua?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Tamaqua, PA, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 92.36% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps92.36%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps68.35%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.25%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps99.06%
FrontierDSL / PhoneFastest AvailableFastest Available4.00%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Tamaqua?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Tamaqua starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Verizon$69.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
Frontier$49.99Fastest AvailableNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Tamaqua?

Tamaqua has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

66.14%

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

Cable

67.27%

Most widely available wired option. Cyberonic covers 68.35%, Service Electric Cablevision covers 67.27%. Up to 11 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

68.35%

Verizon, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

23.85%

No contracts or data caps. Verizon leads at 68.35%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

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

Tamaqua, PA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Tamaqua, PA has a total of 13 internet providers including  7 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers, 3 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Tamaqua, PA by Coverage Area

All 13 internet providers serving Tamaqua 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.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone99.06%
2.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.25%
3.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
4.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone68.35%
5.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless68.35%
6.Service Electric Cablevision200 Mbps15 MbpsCable67.27%
7.PenTeleData1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / Cable66.14%
8.Blue Ridge Communications100 Mbps5 MbpsCable23.87%
9.Limitless Mobile8 Mbps2 MbpsFixed Wireless23.85%
10.Frontier~~DSL / Phone4.00%
11.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
12.XO Communications~~DSL / Fixed Wireless~
13.Conterra Broadband Services~~Fiber~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Tamaqua?

Yes. Tamaqua 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

Verizon Forward

Up to $30 off/mo for eligible Fios or 5G home for qualifying households. Verizon Forward includes 12 months of job resources & skills training.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tamaqua

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Tamaqua, PA, 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 13 internet providers in Tamaqua, PA. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. 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.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Tamaqua, with a top download speed of 5 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 Tamaqua. 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. Tamaqua residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Verizon Forward has eligible Fios or 5G home with up to $30 off/mo. 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 Tamaqua, 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 Tamaqua. 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 Tamaqua is 17 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 Tamaqua, PA.

HughesNet, Viasat, EarthLink Fiber, Verizon, and Frontier offer internet in Tamaqua, PA.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Verizon: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • Frontier: Offers speeds up to 90 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Tamaqua

Tamaqua Public Library
30 South Railroad St
Tamaqua, PA 18252
(570) 668-4660

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