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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Durham internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Durham is comparable to the rest of Connecticut - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Durham area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Durham residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Durham, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Durham area, and 97.85% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Durham's four internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Durham
The largest internet providers in Durham are Frontier, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Durham.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Durham residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Durham’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Durham residents.
Frontier DSL internet
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DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Durham covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Durham to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Durham, $41.99.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Durham, $2.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Durham. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Durham's providers, 69 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Durham covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Durham residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Durham, $41.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Durham, $2.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Durham. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Durham's providers, 69 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Durham covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Durham where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Durham, $41.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Durham, $2.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Durham. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Durham's providers, 69 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Durham?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Durham with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Durham. The next fastest internet provider in Durham is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Durham?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Durham with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Durham, $41.99.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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