Compare 01852 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Lowell – 127 Mbps
MA – 122 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Lowell – 22 Mbps
MA – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lowell.
Internet providers in 01852
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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.
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Broadband availability
19173
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 99.88%
3 providers - 2.17%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 01852 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 01852 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 4.750% of those living in the 01852 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 01852 area, and 99.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 01852, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Lowell
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 221 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 31 Mbps | 7 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lowell.
Top high-speed internet providers in 01852
The largest internet providers serving the 01852 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 01852 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Lowell’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 01852 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 all households in the 01852 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 Lowell, $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 Lowell, $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 01852 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lowell's providers, 154 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 01852 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 01852 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 Lowell, $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 Lowell, $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 01852 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lowell's providers, 154 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 01852 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 01852 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Lowell, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lowell, $0.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 01852 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lowell's providers, 154 Mbps.
Internet providers in 01852 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 01852 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 01852. The next fastest internet provider in the 01852 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 01852 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lowell, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 01852 ZIP code, covering 4.080% of the city.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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