Compare 19963 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Milford – 165 Mbps
DE – 169 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Milford – 14 Mbps
DE – 65 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Milford.
Internet providers in 19963
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
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Broadband availability
9183
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.40%
2 providers - 94.36%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 19963 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Delaware - 99%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 19963 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 94% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 7.480% of those living in the 19963 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 19963 area, and 94.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 19963, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Milford
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 180 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 24 Mbps | 6 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Milford.
Top high-speed internet providers in 19963
The largest internet providers serving the 19963 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 19963 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Milford’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 19963 ZIP code.
Verizon DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 19963 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Milford, $53.74.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Milford, $0.55.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in 19963 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Milford's providers, 113 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 19963 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 19963 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 Milford, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Milford, $0.55.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 19963 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Milford's providers, 113 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 19963 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 19963 ZIP 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Milford, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Milford, $0.55.
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 19963 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Milford's providers, 113 Mbps.
Internet providers in 19963 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 19963 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 19963. The next fastest internet provider in the 19963 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 19963 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Milford, $53.74.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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