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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Arnold internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
22991
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.87%
2 providers - 99.40%
3 providers - 4.10%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Arnold 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 Arnold area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Arnold 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 49% of those living in Arnold.
There are five internet providers serving the Arnold area, and 99.40% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Arnold's five internet providers, prices start at $26.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Arnold
The largest internet providers in Arnold are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Arnold.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Arnold residents, covering 99% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 49% of the area. Arnold’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Arnold residents.
Verizon fiber-optic 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Arnold 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 Arnold than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Arnold, $41.39.
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 Arnold. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arnold's providers, 74 Mbps.
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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to about half of households in Arnold covering 49% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Arnold 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Arnold, $41.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 10 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Arnold. These download speeds are available to 49% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Arnold's providers, 74 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Arnold covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Arnold 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 Arnold, $41.39.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arnold, $1.34.
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 Arnold. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arnold's providers, 74 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Arnold, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Arnold, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Arnold and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Arnold at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Arnold at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Arnold residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Arnold?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Arnold with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Arnold. The next fastest internet provider in Arnold is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Arnold?
Anne Arundel Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Arnold with plans starting at $26.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Arnold, $41.39.
Is fiber internet available in Arnold?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Arnold, covering 99% of the city.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
Should I use my own router?
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.
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