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Internet providers in Somerset, MA
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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 Oct 13, 2021.
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Broadband availability
18165
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.95%
2 providers - 97.58%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Somerset 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 Somerset area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Somerset residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Somerset, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Somerset area, and 97.58% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Somerset's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Somerset
The largest internet providers in Somerset are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Somerset.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Somerset residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Somerset’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Somerset residents.
Verizon DSL internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Somerset covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Somerset 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Somerset, $44.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Somerset. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Somerset's providers, 150 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Somerset covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Somerset 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 Somerset, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Somerset, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Somerset. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Somerset's providers, 150 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Somerset covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Somerset 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Somerset, $44.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Somerset, $2.14.
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 Somerset. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Somerset's providers, 150 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Somerset?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Somerset with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Somerset. The next fastest internet provider in Somerset is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Somerset?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Somerset with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Somerset, $44.99.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
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.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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