Compare Rowley internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Rowley – 239 Mbps
MA – 122 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Rowley – 165 Mbps
MA – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rowley.
*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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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.84%
2 providers - 99.84%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Rowley 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 Rowley area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Rowley 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 98% of those living in Rowley.
There are four internet providers serving the Rowley area, and 99.84% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Rowley'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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Verizon | 287 Mbps | 229 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
Xfinity | 147 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rowley.
The largest internet providers in Rowley are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Rowley.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Rowley residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 98% of the area. Rowley’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Rowley 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Rowley 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 Rowley 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 Rowley, $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 Rowley, $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 150 Mbps in Rowley. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rowley's providers, 154 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Rowley covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Rowley 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 Rowley, $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 Rowley, $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 Rowley. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rowley's providers, 154 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 Rowley covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Rowley 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 Rowley, $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 Rowley, $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 Rowley. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rowley's providers, 154 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Rowley, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Rowley, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Rowley and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rowley at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rowley at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Rowley residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Rowley with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Rowley. The next fastest internet provider in Rowley is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Rowley with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rowley, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Rowley, covering 100% of the city.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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