Internet providers in Baltimore, MD

Compare the top service providers in Baltimore to find the best internet speed, availability and pricing in the area.

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Residential internet providers in Baltimore, MD, by availability

Providers	Starting price*	Speed range	Internet type	Average Baltimore availability
Xfinity	$29.99/mo.	15 – 400 Mbps	Cable	91%
Verizon	$39.99/mo.	3 – 940/880 Mbps	DSL, fiber-optic	73%
HughesNet	$59.99/mo.	Up to 25 Mbps	Satellite	100%

*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 10/26/19.

In Baltimore, MD, the top three internet service providers to choose from are Verizon, Xfinity and HughesNet.

Verizon’s DSL internet service provides city-wide coverage to over 94% of Baltimore’s residents. Verizon also offers a high-speed fiber-optic service; however, the coverage area is currently limited to roughly 23% of the city. In Baltimore, MD, Verizon’s internet speeds range from 3 to 940 Mbps.

Another one of the largest service providers in the Baltimore area is Xfinity. Xfinity provides coverage in nearly 100% of Baltimore, MD, and has a wide range of internet, TV and home phone service options.

For residents in the Baltimore area who live further outside the city, satellite internet, such as HughesNet, is a great option. In the Baltimore area, HughesNet offers almost 100% area coverage with variable data plans ranging from 10 GB to 50 GB.

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Compare the largest providers in Baltimore

Deciding on which internet service provider you should use can be a challenge, especially considering the number of options currently available. We’ve taken the guesswork out of finding the top providers in the Baltimore area and have listed them below.

Verizon offers both DSL and fiber-optic internet services with speeds ranging from 3 Mbps to 940/880 Mbps, so there’s something for everyone.

Why does Baltimore love Verizon?

24/7 tech support on all devices through TechSure service
Two-year price guarantee on internet, TV and home phone services

Xfinity’s xFi technology offers reliable and fast download speeds with an extensive network of hotspots throughout the city.

Why does Baltimore love Xfinity?

Powerful and fully customizable Wi-Fi solutions powered by the xFi Gateway
Advanced security solutions and 24/7 video monitoring services

HughesNet is a highly reliable satellite service provider with broadband download speeds and 95% coverage for residents in Baltimore, MD.

Why does Baltimore love HughesNet?

Built-in Wi-Fi with always-on connections
Unlimited data usage

Fastest internet in Baltimore, MD

Baltimore’s residents have more than one option to choose from when deciding on their internet service providers. Below we’ve compiled a list of available providers by the fastest reported internet speeds.

Fastest max advertised download speeds in Baltimore, MD:

Verizon — Up to 940/880 Mbps
Xfinity — Up to 400 Mbps

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Baltimore, MD, Wi-Fi hotspots

For residents looking to extend their internet coverage throughout the city, there are several free public Wi-Fi hotspots spread throughout the area.

Best places to find free Wi-Fi in Baltimore:

Bars and grills, including Fletchers Bar on Bond St.
Hotels and motels including Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn and Courtyard Marriott
Bookstores like Barnes & Nobles
Restaurants and coffee shops like Panera Bread and GiGi-Just Delicious

Internet providers like Verizon and Xfinity offer free Wi-Fi hotspots for all of their customers. Combined with the vast network of public hotspots throughout the city, residents of Baltimore can enjoy internet service regardless of whether they’re home or on the go.