In Downtown Akron there are 2 residential DSL providers covering 91.84% of the neighborhood. The average home can get speeds up to 10 Mbps. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers below. This does not influence rankings, and helps us provide high-quality detailed information for free.
This page contains all DSL internet providers in Downtown Akron, Akron, OH.
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Downtown Akron, Akron, OH Availability Maps
DSL Internet Service Providers in Downtown Akron
Data updated 11/14/2025, based on FCC data from 12/31/2024. This is the most current data available as of .
To avoid wasting your time, providers with less than 1% coverage in Downtown Akron are not shown.
Downtown Akron Satellite TV & Internet Providers
DISH Satellite TV
DIRECTV Satellite TV
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Viasat Satellite Internet
Where in Downtown Akron is DSL internet available?
DSL Internet Availability Key
DSL is available in 91.84% of Downtown Akron. Areas in green have DSL internet service, where areas in yellow or red may not. The most widely available provider is AT&T. Call one of the companies with service in Downtown Akron above to see who has service at your home.
How fast is DSL internet in Downtown Akron?
The map below shows maximum DSL internet speeds by area in Downtown Akron.
DSL Internet Speed Key
The average Downtown Akron home can get up to 10 Mbps on their DSL internet plan. The fastest DSL download speed in the neighborhood is 10 Mbps, which 91.84% of residents can get.
Is DSL the fastest internet I can get in Downtown Akron?
The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in Downtown Akron you live. In general, fiber competes most often with DSL in the neighborhood.
- Fiber is the fastest internet type for 36.98% of Downtown Akron homes.
- Cable is fastest for 35.31% of the neighborhood.
- DSL is fastest for less than 1%.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for 22.51%.
- Satellite internet may be the only option for 5.20% of Downtown Akron homes.
DSL Providers in Depth
Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in Downtown Akron, along with details on where in Downtown Akron and at what speeds.
AT&T DSL in Downtown Akron, Akron, OH
AT&T DSL coverage
About 91.84%, or 3,480 people, have AT&T DSL internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire Downtown Akron area. AT&T is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of Downtown Akron.
AT&T DSL download speeds
AT&T is one of the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in Downtown Akron. Versus other DSL providers in the area, AT&T DSL is one of the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout Downtown Akron. The fastest plan anyone in Downtown Akron can order from AT&T goes up to 10 Mbps, and all Downtown Akron customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 10.0 Mbps
AT&T DSL upload speeds
In Downtown Akron download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for AT&T DSL. Compared to other ISPs, AT&T is one of the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the fastest compared to other Downtown Akron DSL providers. AT&T offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in Downtown Akron is up to 1.0 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 1.0 Mbps
EarthLink DSL in Downtown Akron, Akron, OH
EarthLink DSL coverage
About 91.84%, or 3,480 people, have EarthLink DSL internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire Downtown Akron area. EarthLink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of Downtown Akron.
EarthLink DSL download speeds
EarthLink is one of the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in Downtown Akron. Versus other DSL providers in the area, EarthLink DSL is one of the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout Downtown Akron. The fastest plan anyone in Downtown Akron can order from EarthLink goes up to 10 Mbps, and all Downtown Akron customers can get this speed.
Show all download speeds
- 100.0% up to 10.0 Mbps
EarthLink DSL upload speeds
In Downtown Akron download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for EarthLink DSL. Compared to other ISPs, EarthLink is one of the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the fastest compared to other Downtown Akron DSL providers. EarthLink offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in Downtown Akron is up to 1.0 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 1.0 Mbps
Downtown Akron DSL by Area
This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to Downtown Akron or any of the areas nearby.
How does DSL internet in Downtown Akron compare to the rest of Akron?
DSL internet speeds in Downtown Akron are much faster versus the average speeds in Akron: 0.00 Mbps in Akron versus 10 Mbps in the neighborhood. The city has similar DSL availability compared to the neighborhood. Average DSL coverage in Akron is 0.00% versus 91.84% in Downtown Akron.
What zip codes have DSL internet?
DSL internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around Downtown Akron are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.
What does DSL internet look like in other neighborhoods?
Below are neighborhoods nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- University of Ohio Akron, Akron, OH: less DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Summit Lake, Akron, OH: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Lane-Wooster, Akron, OH: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- South Akron, Akron, OH: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Middlebury, Akron, OH: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Elizabeth Park Valley, Akron, OH: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Highland Square, Akron, OH: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- West Akron, Akron, OH: less DSL coverage, faster speeds
- East Akron, Akron, OH: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Firestone Park, Akron, OH: less DSL coverage, faster speeds
Neighborhoods with Similar Populations
- Doling, Springfield, MO: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
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- College Creek, Ames, IA: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- College View, Starkville, MS: more DSL coverage, similar speeds
- Medical District, Memphis, TN: less DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Meadow Park, Rochester, MN: more DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Craig Farms, Port Orange, FL: less DSL coverage, faster speeds
- Creekstone, Kennewick, WA: less DSL coverage, faster speeds