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Internet providers in Marblehead, MA

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Marblehead, MA internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic100%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL78%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable100%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsFiber-optic0.181%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
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Marblehead internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Marblehead 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 Marblehead area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Marblehead residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 77% of those living in Marblehead.

There are four internet providers serving the Marblehead area, and 99.81% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Marblehead's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Marblehead

The largest internet providers in Marblehead are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Marblehead.

Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Marblehead residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 78% of the area. Marblehead’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Marblehead residents.

Verizon fiber-optic internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

880 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Marblehead 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 Marblehead 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 Marblehead, $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 Marblehead, $0.29.

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 Marblehead. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marblehead's providers, 601 Mbps.

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Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

78%

DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Marblehead covering 78% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Marblehead 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 Marblehead, $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 Marblehead, $0.29.

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 Marblehead. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marblehead's providers, 601 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Marblehead covering 100% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Marblehead 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 Marblehead, $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 Marblehead, $0.29.

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 Marblehead. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marblehead's providers, 601 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Marblehead, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Marblehead, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Marblehead and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Marblehead at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Marblehead at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Marblehead residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Marblehead with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Marblehead. The next fastest internet provider in Marblehead is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 0.181% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Marblehead with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Marblehead, $53.74.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Marblehead, covering 100% of the city. Xfinity also offers fiber internet in Marblehead and is available to 0.181% of households.

If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.

Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.

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.