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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.396% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Google Fiber | $70.00 | 1,000 - 2,000 Mbps | Wired | 3.284% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
netBlazr  | $39.95 | 200 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 97% |
*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 - 99.73%
2 providers - 97.58%
3 providers - 8.42%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Cambridge is comparable to the rest of Massachusetts - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Cambridge area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Cambridge residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 84% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 23% of those living in Cambridge.
There are six internet providers serving the Cambridge area, and 97.58% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Cambridge's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Cambridge are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Cambridge.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Cambridge residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Cambridge’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Cambridge 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 all households in Cambridge covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Cambridge 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 Cambridge, $54.15.
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 Cambridge, $0.17.
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 Cambridge. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cambridge's providers, 465 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 Cambridge covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Cambridge 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 Cambridge, $54.15.
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 Cambridge, $0.17.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Cambridge. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cambridge's providers, 465 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Cambridge covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Cambridge 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 Cambridge, $54.15.
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 Cambridge, $0.17.
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 Cambridge. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Cambridge's providers, 465 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Cambridge with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Cambridge. The next fastest internet provider in Cambridge is Google Fiber, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 3.284% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Cambridge with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Cambridge, $54.15.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Cambridge, covering 5.396% of the city.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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