Internet providers in Everett, MA
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
41655
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 99.72%
3 providers - 71.11%
4+ providers - 0.69%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Everett 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 Everett area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Everett residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.520% of those living in Everett.
There are six internet providers serving the Everett area, and 99.72% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Everett's six internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Everett
The largest internet providers in Everett are Verizon, Xfinity, and RCN bringing DSL and cable options to Everett.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Everett residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Everett’s third most-available internet provider, RCN, offers cable to around 71% of Everett residents.
Verizon DSL internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Everett covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Everett 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Everett, $39.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Everett. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Everett's providers, 260 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Everett covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Everett 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 Everett, $39.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Everett, $0.70.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Everett. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Everett's providers, 260 Mbps.
RCN cable internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from RCN offers broadband to most households in Everett covering 71% of the area.
RCN’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Everett residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for RCN start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Everett, $39.99.
RCN customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Everett, $0.70.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, RCN offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Everett. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Everett's providers, 260 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Everett, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Everett, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Everett and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Everett at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Everett at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Everett residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Everett may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Everett DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Everett?
RCN is the fastest internet provider in Everett with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 71% of households in Everett. The next fastest internet provider in Everett is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Everett?
RCN offers the cheapest internet in Everett with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Everett, $39.99.
Is fiber internet available in Everett?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Everett, covering 3.525% of the city.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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