*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 - 99.09%
2 providers - 98.62%
3 providers - 1.18%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Winchester 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 Winchester area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Winchester residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 71% of those living in Winchester.
There are four internet providers serving the Winchester area, and 98.62% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Winchester's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Winchester are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Winchester.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Winchester residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 71% of the area. Winchester’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Winchester 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Winchester covering 99% 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 Winchester 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 Winchester, $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 Winchester, $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 880 Mbps in Winchester. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Winchester's providers, 351 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Winchester covering 71% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Winchester 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 Winchester, $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 Winchester, $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 Winchester. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Winchester's providers, 351 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 Winchester covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Winchester 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 Winchester, $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 Winchester, $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 Winchester. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Winchester's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Winchester, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Winchester, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Winchester and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Winchester at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Winchester at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Winchester residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Winchester with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Winchester. The next fastest internet provider in Winchester is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Winchester with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Winchester, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Winchester, covering 99% 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.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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