| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.343% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
netBlazr  | $39.95 | 200 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 83% |
*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 - 99.96%
2 providers - 99.47%
3 providers - 98.42%
4+ providers - 3.50%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Somerville 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 Somerville area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Somerville residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 11% of those living in Somerville.
There are six internet providers serving the Somerville area, and 99.47% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Somerville's six internet providers, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Somerville are Verizon, Xfinity, and Astound bringing DSL and cable options to Somerville.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Somerville residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Somerville’s third most-available internet provider, Astound, offers cable to around 99% of Somerville 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Somerville covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Somerville 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 Somerville, $46.82.
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 Somerville, $0.19.
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 Somerville. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Somerville's providers, 584 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 all households in Somerville covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Somerville 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 Somerville, $46.82.
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 Somerville, $0.19.
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 Somerville. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Somerville's providers, 584 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 Astound offers broadband to all households in Somerville covering 99% of the area.
Astound’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Somerville residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Astound start at $25.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Somerville, $46.82.
Astound customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Somerville, $0.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Astound offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Somerville. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Somerville's providers, 584 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Somerville, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Somerville, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Somerville and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Somerville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Somerville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Somerville residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Somerville may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Somerville DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Somerville with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Somerville. The next fastest internet provider in Somerville is Astound, offering download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in Somerville with plans starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Somerville, $46.82.
Astound is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Somerville, covering 11% of the city. Verizon also offers fiber internet in Somerville and is available to 2.343% of households.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
*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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