Best Internet Providers in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
1st Ward has 8 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in 1st Ward.
Ranks compare 1st Ward with the 16 neighborhoods in Allentown.
The Best Internet in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA at a Glance
1st Ward Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Astound Broadband
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Cable
Service Electric Cablevision
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Cable
EarthLink
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Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
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Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local 1st Ward ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in 1st Ward based on 427 Pennsylvania customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in 1st Ward?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in 1st Ward, Allentown
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- Service Electric Cablevision - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Lehigh Wifi - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
How 1st Ward Compares to the Rest of Allentown
1st Ward's report card score is 5th of 16 and its connectivity index is 13th of 16.
| Measure | 1st Ward | Rank among neighborhoods in Allentown | Allentown | Lehigh County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 95.4% | 9th of 16 | 39.6% | 54.9% | 71.5% | Old Allentown (99.7%) |
| Average top speed | 2,189 Mbps | 1st of 16 | 2,035 Mbps | 1,958 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Leads; next is Overlook Park (2,185 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 8.1 | Tied 2nd of 16 | 6.3 | 7 | 7.1 | 6th Ward (8.5) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 3.3 | 3rd of 16 | 2.6 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Jordan Heights and South Poplar (3.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 10% | 6th of 16 | 14% | 14% | 15% | West Walnut (17%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | 2nd of 16 | 95% | 95% | 96% | 6th Ward (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 82% | Tied 12th of 16 | 91% | 90% | 91% | Mountainville and Rittersville and 1 more (91%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 47% | 16th of 16 | 77% | 75% | 76% | salisbury (81%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 56% | 14th of 16 | 80% | 79% | 81% | salisbury (86%) |
| Median household income | $51,969 | 7th of 16 | $91,823 | $88,868 | $93,246 | salisbury ($108,322) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 21% | 1st of 16 | 15% | 15% | 16% | Leads; next is West Park (19%) |
Fiber reaches 95.4% of homes in 1st Ward, against 39.6% across Allentown and 54.9% across Lehigh County. Households in 1st Ward are larger than the US average (3.3 people against 2.7); 10% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $51,969 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in 1st Ward
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 1st Ward?
EarthLink Fiber in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
95.4%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,172 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 95.4% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 2,172 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 2,162 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 1st Ward from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
95.4%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
2,172 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 95.4% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 2,172 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 2,162 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 1st Ward from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 1st Ward?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
99.7%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
48 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.7% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 48 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 8.2 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Lehigh Wifi Fixed Wireless in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
95.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
114 Mbps
Lehigh Wifi offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.8% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, Lehigh Wifi Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 114 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 150 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 15 and as high as 50, with an average of 33 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
79.5%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
57 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.5% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 57 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
79.5%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
57 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 79.5% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 57 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
58.7%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
287 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 58.7% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 287 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 19 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 1st Ward?
Astound Broadband Cable in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 100.0% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Service Electric Cablevision Cable in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(24)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Service Electric Cablevision offers Cable service to 100.0% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, Service Electric Cablevision Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
XFINITY Cable in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA
Availability:
1.0%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 1.0% of 1st Ward homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 1st Ward?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in 1st Ward, Allentown, PA.
How 1st Ward Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to 1st Ward that have their own pages are all within 2 miles. Among them, Old Allentown has the most homes with fiber (99.7%) and Downtown the fewest (76.5%); 1st Ward has 95.4%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Ward (this page) | 3,328 | 95.4% | 2,189 Mbps | 8.1 | B+ | 44/100 |
| Old Allentown | 8,546 | 99.7% | 1,989 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 51/100 |
| Jordan Heights | 7,659 | 99.5% | 2,159 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 53/100 |
| Eighth Ward | 6,850 | 96.7% | 2,147 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 47/100 |
| West Park | 6,788 | 93.0% | 2,103 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 34/100 |
| Fairview | 6,426 | 97.7% | 2,174 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 59/100 |
| West Walnut | 5,402 | 87.2% | 2,024 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 46/100 |
| NoTi | 4,700 | 99.6% | 2,171 Mbps | 6.9 | A- | 46/100 |
| Downtown | 4,444 | 76.5% | 1,918 Mbps | 6.2 | B- | 47/100 |
| Overlook Park | 3,781 | 91.6% | 2,185 Mbps | 7.9 | B+ | 37/100 |
| 6th Ward | 3,372 | 99.3% | 2,171 Mbps | 8.5 | A- | 35/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 1st Ward?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, EarthLink should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 1st Ward
| Verizon | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Service Electric Cablevision | 1,000 |
| Lehigh Wifi | 150 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for 1st Ward Internet Providers
Based on 427 reviews from Pennsylvania internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for 1st Ward residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 4.09 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Pennsylvania, with 3.78 out of 5 stars and 99.7% coverage in 1st Ward.
At a national level, based on 4756 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 1st Ward Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in 1st Ward, Pennsylvania, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | 1st Ward Overall | Pennsylvania Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (11) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (124) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (18) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (228) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Service Electric Cablevision | (0) | (28) | (31) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Lehigh Wifi | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 1st Ward
Based on data reported by 1st Ward ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through EarthLink. The company offers speeds up to 2,300 Mbps in 1st Ward. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,145 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | 1st Ward Speed | Pennsylvania Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (124) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) |  (11) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (228) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (18) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Service Electric Cablevision | (0) | (28) | (31) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) |  (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Lehigh Wifi | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 1st Ward?
Of the providers in 1st Ward, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in 1st Ward where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Pennsylvania or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 4.09 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.67 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in 1st Ward, Pennsylvania, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 1st Ward
| ISP / Tech Type | 1st Ward Affordability | Pennsylvania Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (11) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (124) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (18) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| Service Electric Cablevision | (0) | (28) | (31) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (228) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Lehigh Wifi | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Pennsylvania
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
Frontier Fiber
November 11, 2026 Buffs most of the time chat with stupid Ai bot worthless you can’t win cable service electric won’t update the modem because I didn’t buy it from them manufacturer say they have to, but the pricks won’t. So will see when frontier wants payment next month. Give them not full payment but weekly till the assholes fix it
Rick S
FastBridge Fiber
October 29, 2026 Outstanding service and support.
ISPReports User
Blue Ridge Communications
October 06, 2026 My service is generally good, but when it's not working, it's terrible!
Shaun B.
GFiber
October 04, 2026 The guy who installed it was LAZY! Provided no direction, refused to assist with name and password and placed the equipment in really bad location.
Samuel Joliat
Dojo Networks
September 18, 2026 Dojo network sucks, but Ari Trussell the worker is goated helped a lot. Super nice, and professional.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in 1st Ward?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in 1st Ward is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 1st Ward is AT&T.
- Viasat, Verizon, Service Electric Cablevision, HughesNet, and Astound Broadband has the broadest coverage in 1st Ward, available to 100.0% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.