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Internet providers in Townsend, 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Townsend internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Townsend 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 Townsend area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Townsend residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Townsend, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Townsend area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Townsend's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Townsend
The largest internet providers in Townsend are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Townsend.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Townsend residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Townsend’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Townsend 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Townsend covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Townsend 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 Townsend, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Townsend, $2.65.
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 Townsend. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Townsend's providers, 66 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Townsend covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Townsend 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 Townsend, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Townsend, $2.65.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Townsend. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Townsend's providers, 66 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Townsend covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Townsend 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 Townsend, $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 Townsend, $2.65.
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 Townsend. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Townsend's providers, 66 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Townsend?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Townsend with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Townsend. The next fastest internet provider in Townsend is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Townsend?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Townsend with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Townsend, $44.99.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
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.
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%.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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