10 Best Internet Providers in 47542, IN

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Above are the top 4 providers in 47542, IN for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your zip.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in 47542, IN?

Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc. is the highest-rated internet provider in 47542 based on 76 Indiana customer reviews, and Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc. 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. The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 47542, Indiana, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in 47542

Local, State, and National Ratings for all 47542 Internet Providers

Based on 76 reviews from Indiana internet customers, Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc. is the best internet service provider for 47542 residents. Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc. was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Orange County Fiber wins for second-place in Indiana, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 85.8% coverage in 47542.

At a national level, based on 3855 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc. is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 47542?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc.. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc., and Community Fiber Solutions (CFS) 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 47542

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Community Fiber Solutions (CFS)	1,000 Mbps
	Spectrum	1,000 Mbps
	Orange County Fiber	1,000 Mbps
	Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc.	1,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	Frontier Communications	115 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	EarthLink	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	River City Wireless	25 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 47542

Based on data reported by 47542 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc., and Community Fiber Solutions (CFS). These internet providers offer speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 47542. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc.. This indicates PSC reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 47542?

Indiana customers rate Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc. as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc. received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Orange County Fiber is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 47542 customers with an average price rating of 5.00 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in 47542, Indiana, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in 47542

47542 Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the zip and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for 47542 below, including the metrics used and how 47542 compares to the rest of Indiana and nation.

47542 ISP Report Card: B+

	Metric (hover for details)	47542	Indiana	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 47542 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	99.75%	71.53%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	999 Mbps	3,595 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for 47542.	6.4	7.0	6.8

 

47542 Digital Connectivity Index: 40 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	47542	Indiana	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a zip indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	2.5	2.6	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	5%	10%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	93%	94%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	87%	89%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	60%	71%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	60%	71%	76%

47542 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in 47542 is B+, which is worse than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 47542 is high with a score of 40 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 47542 have done a poor job meeting the needs of its residents.

The 47542 ISP Report Card evaluates the zip on availability and speed metrics compared to other zip codes in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a zip needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

87% of 47542 households have an internet connection despite having 99.96% availability. 60% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 8% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 0% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 60% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 60% subscribe to it. A low number of 47542 residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Zip Codes Compare to 47542?

How Much Speed does a 47542 Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 47542 is 2.5, which is smaller than the Indiana average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. 47542's average household income is $69,575 which is about average for the Indiana average of $79,105 and about average for the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate fewer devices being used less often.

47542 also has 13% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Indiana average of 16%. Additionally, 5% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 10% of residents in Indiana who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of 47542 has a low need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, 47542 households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 93% of households have some sort of computing device, 57% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 91% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

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Which ISP Should You Choose in 47542?

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 47542 is PSC.
• The fastest internet provider should be Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc., and Community Fiber Solutions (CFS). Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Perry-Spencer Communications, Inc. may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in 47542 is PSC.
• Viasat, Perry-Spencer Communications, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in 47542, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does 47542 compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how 47542 stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to 47542's B+ ISP Report Card and 40 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.