*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.95%
2 providers - 98.14%
3 providers - 3.89%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Smyrna 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 Smyrna area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Smyrna residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 12% of those living in Smyrna.
There are five internet providers serving the Smyrna area, and 98.14% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Smyrna's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 25.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Atlantic Broadband | 185.0 Mbps | 29.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Xfinity | 117.0 Mbps | 18.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 26.0 Mbps | 26.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Smyrna.
The largest internet providers in Smyrna are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Smyrna.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Smyrna residents, covering 95% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 12% of the area. Smyrna’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Smyrna residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Smyrna covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Smyrna 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 Smyrna, $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 Smyrna, $0.31.
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 Smyrna. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Smyrna's providers, 101 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to a limited number of households in Smyrna covering 12% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Verizon is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Smyrna than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Smyrna, $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 Smyrna, $0.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 150 Mbps in Smyrna. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Smyrna's providers, 101 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Smyrna covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Smyrna 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 Smyrna, $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 Smyrna, $0.31.
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 Smyrna. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Smyrna's providers, 101 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Smyrna, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Smyrna, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Smyrna and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Smyrna at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Smyrna at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Smyrna residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Smyrna with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Smyrna. The next fastest internet provider in Smyrna is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 95% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Smyrna with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Smyrna, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Smyrna, covering 12% of the city.
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.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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