*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 - 97.05%
2 providers - 94.44%
3 providers - 6.55%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in Marlborough 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 Marlborough area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 93% of Marlborough residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 84% of those living in Marlborough.
There are four internet providers serving the Marlborough area, and 94.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Marlborough's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Marlborough are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Marlborough.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Marlborough residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 84% of the area. Marlborough’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 97% of Marlborough 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 nearly all households in Marlborough covering 93% 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 Marlborough 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 Marlborough, $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 Marlborough, $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 Marlborough. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marlborough'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 Marlborough covering 84% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Marlborough 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 Marlborough, $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 Marlborough, $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 Marlborough. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marlborough'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 nearly all households in Marlborough covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Marlborough 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 Marlborough, $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 Marlborough, $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 Marlborough. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Marlborough's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Marlborough, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Marlborough, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Marlborough and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Marlborough at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Marlborough at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Marlborough residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Marlborough with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Marlborough. The next fastest internet provider in Marlborough is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 93% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Marlborough with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Marlborough, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Marlborough, covering 93% of the city.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
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.
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