*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 - 99.76%
2 providers - 99.72%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Hingham 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 Hingham area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of Hingham residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 88% of those living in Hingham.
There are four internet providers serving the Hingham area, and 99.72% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hingham's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Hingham are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Hingham.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Hingham residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 88% of the area. Hingham’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Hingham 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Hingham covering 100% 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 Hingham 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 Hingham, $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 Hingham, $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 Hingham. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hingham's providers, 351 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Hingham covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Hingham 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 Hingham, $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 Hingham, $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 Hingham. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hingham's providers, 351 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 Hingham covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hingham 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 Hingham, $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 Hingham, $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 Hingham. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hingham's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Hingham, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Hingham, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Hingham and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hingham at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hingham at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Hingham residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Hingham with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Hingham. The next fastest internet provider in Hingham is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Hingham with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hingham, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Hingham, covering 100% of the city.
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.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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