Compare 02341 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Hanson – 105 Mbps
MA – 122 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Hanson – 25 Mbps
MA – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Hanson.
Internet providers in 02341
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?02341 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8397
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.83%
2 providers - 99.11%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 02341 ZIP code 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 02341 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 96% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 21% of those living in the 02341 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 02341 area, and 99.11% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 02341, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Hanson
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 136 Mbps | 15 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 108 Mbps | 16 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Hanson.
Top high-speed internet providers in 02341
The largest internet providers serving the 02341 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 02341 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 18% of the area. Hanson’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 02341 ZIP code.
Verizon DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 02341 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 Hanson, $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 Hanson, $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 02341 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hanson's providers, 351 Mbps.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 02341 ZIP code, covering 18% 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 02341 ZIP code 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 Hanson, $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 Hanson, $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 880 Mbps in 02341 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 18% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hanson's providers, 351 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 02341 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 02341 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 Hanson, $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 Hanson, $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 02341 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hanson's providers, 351 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 02341 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 02341 and the greater Hanson area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hanson at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hanson at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 02341 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 02341 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 02341 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 02341. The next fastest internet provider in the 02341 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 02341 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hanson, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 02341 ZIP code, covering 18% of the city.
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%.
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.
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.
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