Macon, GA Internet
Internet Providers in Macon, GA
Compare every internet provider in Macon, GA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedCox Communications is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 66% of the city, while its overall footprint is about 67%. AT&T fiber reaches about 25% of the city at speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice.
In the larger ZIP areas, AT&T leads 31203 at about 64% and 31205 at about 56%, while Cox leads the Middle Georgia State University area in 31206 at about 37%. Ingleside is especially favorable for AT&T, reaching about 56% of the ZIP, while Shirley Hills gives AT&T about 30% and Conexon Connect about 22% with symmetrical fiber. Beall’s Hill is more mixed, with AT&T fiber reaching about 24% and Cox reaching about 21% on its largest cable tier, so Vineville and nearby streets deserve an address-level check too. Students at Mercer University, Wesleyan College, and Middle Georgia State University should verify apartment infrastructure, since some buildings may still rely on older DSL or copper and reliable service matters for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless is another option, including Verizon speeds up to 300/20 Mbps where available, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Macon, GA
Best plan here: Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig — faster than 91% of all internet options in Georgia
- Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 monthsCable2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$90Per month
- Go Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 monthsCable1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month
- Go Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 monthsCable500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- Fast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month
Source: Cox Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Cox Communications is a reliable choice in Macon, with its top cable plan offering up to 2,000 Mbps download, up to 100 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 91/100, above the city average of 67. The Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig plan is available to about 66% of the city, while other Cox cable plans offer up to 1,000 Mbps, 500 Mbps, or 300 Mbps with good Speed Scores ranging from 73/100 to 78/100. Availability depends on your exact address, so confirm which Cox plan and technology reach your home before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Cox Communications
Cox Communications is a strong option for many Macon households, offering cable plans with up to 2,000 Mbps and an excellent 91/100 Speed Score on Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig. Its fastest plans are available to about 66% of the city, but coverage is address-dependent, so check your exact location before choosing, especially if you need the best speeds for multiple users, streaming, or gaming.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 96% of all internet options in Georgia
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload96Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload73Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
At $90 per month for 12 months, AT&T’s 5 GIG plan offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, making it a strong value for households that need maximum capacity. Its 96/100 Speed Score is above Macon’s city average of 67, and this fiber plan is a top-tier option, though it is available to only about 25% of the city. Availability depends on your address, and locations without fiber may instead qualify for fixed-wireless Internet Air with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
AT&T offers excellent value where its fiber is available, including up to 5000 Mbps both ways for $90 per month, or up to 1000 Mbps both ways for $50 per month, with the 5000 Mbps plan earning a 96/100 speed score. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 25% of Macon for the fastest plan and about 31% for the 1000 Mbps plan, while the fallback Internet Air option reaches about 26% and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, which may be limiting for busy households and heavy uploads.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Conexon Connect LLC
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Plans start at $49.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in Georgia
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Fiber is an excellent choice for demanding use, offering low-latency performance and up to 2,000 Mbps download and 2,000 Mbps upload. Conexon Connect LLC’s fiber plan has a Speed Score of 91/100, making it a top-tier option, though availability depends on whether fiber service reaches your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Conexon Connect LLC
Fiber service is an excellent choice for busy households, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps both ways for smooth streaming, gaming, video calls, and large downloads. Conexon Connect LLC’s fiber reaches about 11% of Macon, so availability is highly address-dependent and worth checking before you count on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Tri-CoGo
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 78% of all internet options in Georgia
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Tri-CoGo’s fiber plan offers strong value, with up to 1000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 78/100. Fiber is a solid option for streaming, gaming, and multiple users, but availability is address-specific, so confirm that this plan reaches your home before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Tri-CoGo
The price gets you Tri-CoGo’s top-tier fiber plan, with up to 1000 Mbps both ways, making it an excellent value for streaming, remote work, gaming, and multiple users. Fiber is available to about 9% of Macon, so check your address first, since this strong option is not widely available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Georgia Windstream, LLC.
Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in Georgia
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Georgia Windstream, LLC. is a top-tier option where its fiber is available. Its fiber plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 2000 Mbps upload with a 91/100 Speed Score, reaching about 4% of Macon, while the 1000/1000 Mbps fiber plan scores 78/100 and reaches about 2%. Availability depends on your address, and locations limited to copper, such as the up to 200/20 Mbps plan with a 58/100 score, should consider checking other providers first for stronger performance.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Georgia Windstream, LLC.
Georgia Windstream is a great choice at select Macon addresses, but only an adequate one where fiber is unavailable. Its fiber plans offer up to 2000 Mbps both ways and up to 1000 Mbps both ways, with availability in about 4% and about 2% of census blocks respectively; elsewhere, copper options range from up to 300/20 Mbps down to 10/1 Mbps, which may not be sufficient for busy households, so check your address for fiber or a faster provider first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Public Service Telephone Company
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 78% of all internet options in Georgia
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload on fiber can comfortably handle multiple 4K streams, video calls, gaming, and large downloads. The fiber plan scores 78/100, making it a competitive option against Macon’s 67 average, but it reaches only about 3% of the city, so the best technology may not be available at your address. Where fiber is unavailable, the 25/3 Mbps Copper plan scores 6/100 and the 10/1 Mbps plan scores 1/100, both offering limited performance compared with alternatives, so check other providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Public Service Telephone Company
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload over fiber can comfortably handle streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices at once. This is the provider’s standout option, but it reaches only about 3% of census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent, while the fallback copper plans offer up to 25/3 Mbps or 10/1 Mbps and may be insufficient for busy modern households. Check your address for the fiber plan first, and compare other providers if it is not available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Forsyth Cablenet, LLC
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 78% of all internet options in Georgia
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Fiber offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload for demanding activities, and Forsyth Cablenet’s fiber plan has a 78/100 Speed Score, making it competitive with Macon’s 67 average. Fiber availability is limited to about 2% of the city, and the cable plan reaches about 1% with up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload and a 21/100 Speed Score, so performance depends heavily on your address and the technology available there.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Forsyth Cablenet, LLC
Fiber is the standout here, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload for smooth streaming, video calls, gaming, and busy households. However, fiber reaches only about 2% of census blocks in Macon, while the fallback cable plan reaches about 1% and offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber first because cable may feel limited for larger households and demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Zito Media
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $49.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 78% of all internet options in Georgia
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Zito Media is a solid cable option in Macon, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 78, above the city’s average top speed score of 67. Availability is limited to 1.5% of the city, so check your address to confirm this reliable option is offered there.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Zito Media
Zito Media is a good option for households at the small number of Macon addresses it serves, offering cable with speeds up to 1000 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload. The plan has a good Speed Score of 78/100, but availability is limited to about 2% of census blocks, so check your address to see whether this faster cable option is available.
Available Plans
Cable
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 73% of all internet options in Georgia
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service supports everyday streaming, work, and gaming with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, earning a 73/100 Speed Score that is above Macon’s city average of 67. It is a competitive option, but fixed wireless performance can vary by location, and this plan is available to about 42% of Macon, so confirm your address before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, though performance can vary with network conditions. The plan has a good Speed Score of 73/100 and is available to about 42% of Macon, but availability is address-dependent, so check your exact address and compare fiber or cable options first if they are offered nearby.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 78% of all internet options in Georgia
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload78Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload78Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Budget-minded households with moderate streaming, browsing, and work-from-home needs may find T-Mobile’s fixed wireless service a good fit, offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload with a 78/100 Speed Score, above Macon’s 67 average. Fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service, and the 500 Mbps plans are available to about 47% of the city, so confirm your address before choosing among T-Mobile’s options.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile can suit households that want reasonably fast internet for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload for $45 or $55 per month for 12 months, or up to 400 Mbps for $35. Fixed wireless is adequate rather than top-tier, and these plans are available to about 47% of Macon, so check your address first and compare fiber or cable options if you need the most consistent performance for heavy use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 78% of all internet options in Georgia
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload78Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload58Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Satellite internet offers broad access and useful speeds for homes without wired service, but higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan provides up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 78/100, above the city average of 67, and is available to 100.0% of Macon. Check what other technologies reach your address before choosing, since wired connections may provide more consistent real-world performance.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet can reach homes that lack wired service, and Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for demanding activities, though satellite connections may have higher latency than fiber or cable. Starlink covers about 100% of Macon with these plans, but because satellite is generally more limited than wired options, check your address for faster fiber or cable service first if low-latency gaming, video calls, or heavy streaming matters.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in Georgia
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload16Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload6Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 21/100 Speed Score is below Macon’s 67 city average. All listed plans use satellite, which generally has more limited performance and higher latency than fiber or cable, so consider checking other providers first for demanding streaming, gaming, or work needs. Select costs $49.99 per month for the first 12 months for up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, while Lite costs $39.99 for up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $49.99 to $119.99, but that price buys satellite service with only up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds and below-average performance. It can provide basic connectivity across Macon, with the up to 100 Mbps Fusion plan available to 100% of the city, but satellite latency and limited upload speeds may make it a poor fit for demanding work, streaming, or gaming, so check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 80% of all internet options in Georgia
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload20Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload16Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Macon
Viasat is a below-average satellite option in Macon, with up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload on Viasat Essentials and a Speed Score of 20/100, compared with the city average of 67. Essentials is available to 100% of Macon, but satellite typically has higher latency and more limited performance than fiber or cable, so consider checking other providers available at your address first. Viasat Unleashed is also satellite, offering up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo, with a plan Speed Score of 16/100.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a mainly adequate fallback, not a first choice for modern internet needs, because its satellite plans have below-average speed scores and offer up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Both plans are available to 100% of Macon, but satellite can have high latency, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service before choosing Viasat.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Macon
All 21 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 21 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload78Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsGo Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 months2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$90Per month~65.5%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload58Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Cox CommunicationsGo Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 months500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month~65.5%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsGo Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 months1,000 MbpsDownload78Our score$70Per month~65.5%CoverageCable
- Cox CommunicationsFast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month~65.5%CoverageCable
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload78Our score$35$50Per month~47.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload78Our score$45$60Per month~47.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload78Our score$55$70Per month~47.1%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload73Our score$60Per month~42.3%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Macon
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Cox Go Even Faster 500 Mbps for $50 promotional starting rate with about 66% reach.
Cox cable reaches about 66% of Macon, supporting shared streaming, classes, and video calls.
Check first: Confirm Cox service at your address because citywide coverage is not universal.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 1 GIG where available, reaching about 31% of Macon.
AT&T fiber offers symmetrical 1,000/1,000 Mbps service across about 31% of the city.
Check first: Fiber availability varies by address, even within Ingleside and other neighborhoods.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Cox Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig where available, reaching about 66% of Macon.
Cox cable provides up to 2,000 Mbps across about 66% of the city.
Check first: Verify the exact tier and upload speed before ordering at your address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Consider Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55 promotional starting rate, available everywhere.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches every Macon address, unlike limited wired footprints.
Check first: Satellite availability is broad, but wired alternatives require address-level qualification.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Macon
Beall's Hill 31201
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber-speed potential.
AT&T reaches about 24% of 31201 with fiber up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps.
Ingleside 31204
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.
AT&T fiber reaches about 56% of 31204, the strongest listed ZIP result.
Shirley Hills 31210
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber service.
AT&T reaches about 30% of 31210 with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber, while Conexon reaches about 22%.
31203 31203
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
AT&T fiber reaches about 64% of 31203, its highest listed ZIP share.
Middle Georgia State University 31206
Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Shared household connectivity.
Cox reaches about 37% of 31206 with cable service up to 2,000 Mbps.
Internet providers near Macon
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Macon, check the neighboring market directly.
Macon Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Macon, GA?
Cox Communications is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 66% of Macon. AT&T is faster where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber to about 25% of the city, so check your address.
What is the fastest internet in Macon, GA?
AT&T is fastest where available, with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 25% of Macon. Cox Communications is the best overall choice, offering cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 66%, but AT&T's top tier is not broadly available.
Which internet provider covers the most of Macon, GA?
T-Mobile covers the most of Macon, reaching about 78% of the city, the widest footprint of any wired or fixed-wireless provider. Satellite from Starlink and HughesNet reaches every address but with higher latency.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Macon, GA?
The cheapest plans are tied at a promotional starting rate of $35 per month: T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps reaches about 47%, and AT&T Fiber 300Mbps reaches about 31%. T-Mobile requires qualifying credit, a postpaid wireless line, and a new Internet line; AT&T requires new customers, AutoPay, and paperless billing.
Can I get fiber internet in Macon?
AT&T fiber reaches about 25% of Macon at 5,000/5,000 Mbps and about 31% at 1,000/1,000 Mbps. Conexon Connect reaches about 11% with 2,000/2,000 Mbps fiber, so availability depends on the exact address.
What internet speed do I need in Macon?
Macon households can choose plans from 25 Mbps through 5,000 Mbps, with 300 to 500 Mbps options from AT&T, Cox, and T-Mobile. A 400 Mbps T-Mobile plan reaches about 47% of the city, while Cox 500 Mbps reaches about 66%.
Which internet providers serve Ingleside in Macon?
AT&T reaches about 56% of ZIP 31204, while Cox Communications reaches about 25% at its largest listed share. Ingleside therefore has strong fiber potential, but Cox may be the practical alternative when AT&T fiber is unavailable at the address.
How We Analyze Internet in Macon
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Macon report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Macon
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.