Compare 01906 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Saugus – 152 Mbps
MA – 122 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Saugus – 20 Mbps
MA – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Saugus.
Internet providers in 01906
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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
21837
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.67%
3 providers - 5.92%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 01906 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 01906 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 23% of those living in the 01906 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 01906 area, and 99.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 01906, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Saugus
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 170 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 26 Mbps | 8 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Saugus.
Top high-speed internet providers in 01906
The largest internet providers serving the 01906 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 01906 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 14% of the area. Saugus’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 01906 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 01906 ZIP code, covering 99% 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 Saugus, $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 Saugus, $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 01906 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saugus's providers, 154 Mbps.
Verizon fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 01906 ZIP code, covering 14% 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 01906 ZIP code 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 Saugus, $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 Saugus, $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 01906 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 14% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saugus's providers, 154 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 01906 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 01906 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 Saugus, $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 Saugus, $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 01906 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Saugus's providers, 154 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 01906 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 01906 and the greater Saugus area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Saugus at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Saugus at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 01906 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 01906 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 01906 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 01906. The next fastest internet provider in the 01906 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 01906 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Saugus, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 01906 ZIP code, covering 14% of the city.
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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
*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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