Internet providers in Massachusetts

Our broadband experts outline the top internet options available in Massachusetts.

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Top cities for internet in Massachusetts

Planning to move to the Greater Boston metropolitan area, or another part of Massachusetts? You’re not alone. As the most populous New England state, Massachusetts is a beloved landing place for both country and city-dwellers alike. If you are brand-new to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or moving within the state, compare the internet service providers available in your area to make sure you are getting the best deal for you. 

There are various types of internet to choose from in Massachusetts, including fiber, cable, satellite and 5G internet. Find your city below to explore median internet speeds and availability of 100, 250 and 1,000 Mbps in each city.

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Overview of internet in Massachusetts

Internet service providers in Massachusetts offer a variety of speeds, prices and connection types. The Bay State, as it is popularly known, has internet options from providers including Verizon, Xfinity and Spectrum. You can also find several satellite and fixed-wireless internet providers available in the state of Massachusetts.

  • Satellite providers such as Hughesnet, Starlink and Viasat are the most widely available providers in Massachusetts
  • Xfinity is the most widely available non-satellite provider in Massachusetts 
  • The fastest internet providers in Massachusetts are Verizon Fios and Xfinity 
  • Boston is the most populous city in Massachusetts, and it has a median internet speeds of about 238 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload

Internet providers in Massachusetts

Use the chart below to compare the top Massachusetts internet providers by price, speed and availability. Call now or check your address for information about specific plans and promotions going on in your area.

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Fastest internet in Massachusetts

Speeds in Massachusetts vary depending on your provider, but we’ve listed a few below that offer gigabit speeds and higher. Keep in mind that these providers also offer lower speed tiers as well if you don’t need the fastest internet plan. The fastest providers in Massachusetts include Verizon, Xfinity, Astound and Spectrum. Astound and Verizon both offer fiber internet options, which will provide you with the fastest connection. Astound’s fiber availability is limited to Boston, while Verizon Fios covers cities like Boston, Brockton, Lowell, Quincy and Worcester.

Cheapest internet in Massachusetts

If you want a cheap internet plan, there are a few different providers that offer affordable options. Keep in mind that while some plans may be cheap, there could be other more expensive plans that offer better value. Verizon offers one of the cheapest starting plans starting at $34.99/mo., but you have to pair it with a mobile plan to get the cheapest price. Verizon is available in cities like Boston, Brockton, Salem and Worcester. Xfinity also offers cheap plans and is available to over 80% of the state.

Massachusetts internet statistics

Compare the median internet speeds in Massachusetts to those of the U.S. Both are almost even when it comes to median upload speeds, but Massachusetts pulls ahead when it comes to median download speeds.

Internet availability in Massachusetts

Satellite is the most widely available internet technology type in Massachusetts, followed by cable internet. Fiber has less availability, but if you have a fiber provider available where you live, it’s your best option.

Quality of internet in Massachusetts

Almost the entire state of Massachusetts has access to the minimum recommended broadband speeds, but less than 45% of the state has access to gigabit speeds:

  • Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 100/20 Mbps): 99%
  • Residents with access to gigabit speeds (at or over 1,000/100 Mbps): 43%
  • Median speed in Massachusetts: 266.00 Mbps

Massachusetts internet FAQs

Which is the best internet provider in Massachusetts?

The best internet provider for you depends on your internet needs, but Massachusetts has fiber internet available through Verizon Fios and Astound, which will provide you with the best type of internet technology available.

The fastest internet providers in Massachusetts include Verizon Fios, Astound, Xfinity and Spectrum with speeds of at least 1,000 Mbps.

The cheapest internet providers in Massachusetts include Verizon (when you bundle with a mobile plan), Xfinity, Astound and T-Mobile.

Yes, fiber is available in Massachusetts through Verizon Fios and Astound.

Camryn Smith

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Camryn Smith

Cammy is a writer with Allconnect, growing her broadband industry knowledge for over a year on the internet marketplace. Her expertise lies in home internet and broadband service with a focus on providers, plans… Read more