Price List for Gigabit Fiber Optic Cables

Fiber optic cable prices range from $0.05 to $1.50 per meter for bulk purchases, with gigabit internet bundles starting around $64.99/month.

Fiber Optic Cable Pricing

Material Costs (per foot/meter):

• Single-mode (OS1/OS2, 9/125 µm): $0.10–$0.50 per foot, ideal for long-distance connections .
• Multimode (OM1/OM2, 50–62.5 µm): $0.10–$0.60 per foot, suitable for shorter distances and LANs .
• High-speed multimode (OM3/OM4, 50 µm): $0.50–$1.10 per foot, supports 10–40 Gbps over 300–550 meters .
• Armored or outdoor-rated cables: $0.50–$5.00 per foot, for direct burial or harsh environments . Bulk Discounts: Buying in reels or large quantities (1,000+ feet) can reduce per-foot costs by 20–40% . Pre-terminated Assemblies: Factory-terminated patch cables and trunk cables cost more due to labor and connector types, but save installation time .

Installation Costs

• Indoor runs: $1–$6 per foot for labor and termination .
• Complex installations: $7–$12 per foot, including routing through walls or ceilings .
• Per-drop pricing: $250–$1,000 per network drop depending on complexity .
• Outdoor trenching: $5,000–$20,000 per mile for basic projects, up to $60,000–$80,000 per mile in urban areas .

Gigabit Internet Bundles

Some providers offer bundled fiber optic internet services with gigabit speeds:

• TDS Fiber: 1 Gig internet for $64.99–$74.99/month, including Wi-Fi router, no contract, and no data caps .
• Altafiber Fioptics: 1 Gig symmetrical internet at $50/month for 2 years with eBill, optional TV and phone bundles available .
• Xfinity: 300 Mbps fiber service starting at $40/month with equipment included, higher speeds available depending on location .

Key Considerations

• Fiber Type: Single-mode is better for long distances; multimode is cost-effective for short-range LANs .
• Strand Count: Higher strand counts increase cable cost proportionally; 12-strand cables are cheaper than 24-strand or 288-strand backbones .
• Installation Environment: Indoor plenum-rated cables are cheaper than outdoor or armored cables .
• Bulk Purchasing: Direct purchase from manufacturers or authorized distributors often yields the best pricing . For large-scale deployments, it is recommended to request quotes from multiple suppliers to compare costs for cable type, installation, and bundled services.