Compare Monson internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Monson – 147 Mbps
MA – 122 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Monson – 21 Mbps
MA – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Monson.
*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.
Need help?At 100%, broadband coverage in Monson 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 Monson area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Monson residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Monson, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Monson area. Among Monson's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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Xfinity | 183 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
Verizon | 3 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Monson.
The largest internet providers in Monson are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Monson.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Monson residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Monson’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Monson 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Monson covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Monson 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 Monson, $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 Monson, $0.55.
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 Monson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monson's providers, 66 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Monson covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Monson 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 Monson, $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 Monson, $0.55.
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 Monson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monson's providers, 66 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Monson covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Monson 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 Monson, $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 Monson, $0.55.
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 Monson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Monson's providers, 66 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Monson with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Monson. The next fastest internet provider in Monson is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Monson with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Monson, $53.74.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.