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Internet providers in Lexington, MA
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Lexington, MA internet providers
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| Verizon | $39.99 | 200 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 96% |
| Verizon | $39.99 | 15 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 52% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 400 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| RCN | $19.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 1.381% |
| RCN | $19.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.499% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Lexington internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lexington 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 Lexington area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Lexington residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 53% of those living in Lexington.
There are six internet providers serving the Lexington area, and 97.55% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lexington'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 Lexington
The largest internet providers in Lexington are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Lexington.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Lexington residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 52% of the area. Lexington’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Lexington residents.
Verizon fiber-optic 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Lexington 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 Lexington than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lexington, $39.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lexington, $1.54.
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 Lexington. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lexington's providers, 681 Mbps.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to about half of households in Lexington covering 52% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Lexington 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 Lexington, $39.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lexington, $1.54.
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 Lexington. These download speeds are available to 52% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lexington's providers, 681 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Lexington covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lexington 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 Lexington, $39.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lexington, $1.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Lexington. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lexington's providers, 681 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Lexington, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Lexington, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Lexington and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lexington at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lexington at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Lexington residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Lexington?
RCN is the fastest internet provider in Lexington with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Lexington. The next fastest internet provider in Lexington is RCN, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 0.499% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Lexington?
RCN offers the cheapest internet in Lexington with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lexington, $39.99.
Is fiber internet available in Lexington?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lexington, covering 96% of the city. RCN also offers fiber internet in Lexington and is available to 0.499% of households.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
What are my internet options?
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.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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