*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 - 99.87%
2 providers - 98.52%
3 providers - 0.18%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lawrence 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 Lawrence area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 98% of Lawrence residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 95% of those living in Lawrence.
There are four internet providers serving the Lawrence area, and 98.52% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lawrence's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Lawrence are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Lawrence.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Lawrence residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 96% of the area. Lawrence’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Lawrence 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 nearly all households in Lawrence covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Lawrence 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 Lawrence, $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 Lawrence, $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 Lawrence. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lawrence'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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Lawrence covering 96% 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence, $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 Lawrence, $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 Lawrence. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lawrence'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 Lawrence covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lawrence 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 Lawrence, $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 Lawrence, $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 Lawrence. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lawrence's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Lawrence, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Lawrence, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Lawrence and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lawrence at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lawrence at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Lawrence residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Lawrence with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Lawrence. The next fastest internet provider in Lawrence is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 96% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Lawrence with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lawrence, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lawrence, covering 96% of the city.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
*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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