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Chelsea, MA internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL100%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable99%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
netBlazr $39.95 200 - 1,000 MbpsWireless52%

*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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Chelsea internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    35177

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.92%

    2 providers - 98.19%

    3 providers - 0.39%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 97%

    DSL - 100%

    Fiber - 3.260%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Chelsea 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 Chelsea area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Chelsea residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.260% of those living in Chelsea.

There are five internet providers serving the Chelsea area, and 98.19% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Chelsea's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Chelsea

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Xfinity 213 Mbps 23 Mbps Cable
Verizon 35 Mbps 23 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Chelsea.

Compare Chelsea internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Chelsea – 170 Mbps

    MA – 122 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Chelsea – 25 Mbps

    MA – 46 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Chelsea.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Chelsea

The largest internet providers in Chelsea are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Chelsea.

DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Chelsea residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Chelsea’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Chelsea residents.

Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 all households in Chelsea covering 100% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Chelsea 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 Chelsea, $50.98.

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 Chelsea, $0.44.

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 Chelsea. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chelsea's providers, 220 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

99%

*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.

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Chelsea covering 99% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Chelsea 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 Chelsea, $50.98.

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 Chelsea, $0.44.

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 Chelsea. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chelsea's providers, 220 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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.

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Chelsea covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Chelsea 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 Chelsea, $50.98.

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 Chelsea, $0.44.

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 Chelsea. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Chelsea's providers, 220 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Chelsea with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Chelsea. The next fastest internet provider in Chelsea is netBlazr, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 52% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Chelsea with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chelsea, $50.98.

Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.

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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Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.

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