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Arbutus, MD internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic94%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL67%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable98%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

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Arbutus internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    20488

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 98.34%

    2 providers - 97.95%

    3 providers - 3.32%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 96%

    DSL - 65%

    Fiber - 95%

    Source: FCC

At 98%, broadband coverage in Arbutus is comparable to the rest of Maryland - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the Arbutus area will have access to cable, which covers 96% of Arbutus residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 65% of those living in Arbutus.

There are four internet providers serving the Arbutus area, and 97.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Arbutus's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Compare Arbutus internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Arbutus – 22 Mbps

    MD – 163 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Arbutus – 75 Mbps

    MD – 75 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Arbutus.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Arbutus

The largest internet providers in Arbutus are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Arbutus.

Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Arbutus residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 67% of the area. Arbutus’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of Arbutus residents.

Verizon fiber-optic internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

880 Mbps

Average availability

94%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Arbutus covering 94% 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 Arbutus 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 Arbutus, $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 Arbutus, $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 Arbutus. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arbutus's providers, 348 Mbps.

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Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

67%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Arbutus covering 67% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Arbutus 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 Arbutus, $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 Arbutus, $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 Arbutus. These download speeds are available to 67% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arbutus's providers, 348 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

98%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Arbutus covering 98% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Arbutus 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 Arbutus, $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 Arbutus, $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 Arbutus. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arbutus's providers, 348 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Arbutus, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Arbutus, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Arbutus and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Arbutus at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Arbutus at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Arbutus residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Arbutus with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Arbutus. The next fastest internet provider in Arbutus is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 94% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Arbutus with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Arbutus, $53.74.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Arbutus, covering 94% of the city.

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.

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.

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