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Internet providers in Worcester, 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?Worcester internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Worcester 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 Worcester area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Worcester residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Worcester, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Worcester area, and 99.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Worcester's five internet providers, prices start at $39.99 and available download speeds reach up to 150 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Worcester
The largest internet providers in Worcester are Verizon, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Worcester.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Worcester residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Worcester’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Worcester 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 Worcester covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Worcester 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 Worcester, $48.74.
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 Worcester, $1.52.
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 Worcester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Worcester's providers, 79 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Worcester covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Worcester residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Worcester, $48.74.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Worcester, $1.52.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Worcester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Worcester's providers, 79 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 Worcester covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Worcester 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 Worcester, $48.74.
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 Worcester, $1.52.
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 Worcester. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Worcester's providers, 79 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Worcester?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Worcester with download speeds up to 150 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.043% of households in Worcester. The next fastest internet provider in Worcester is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Worcester?
Verizon offers the cheapest internet in Worcester with plans starting at $39.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Worcester, $48.74.
Is fiber internet available in Worcester?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Worcester, covering 0.043% of the city.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
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.
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