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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 94% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 61% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 49% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.965% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.99%
2 providers - 98.60%
3 providers - 62.88%
4+ providers - 7.22%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Bethesda 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 Bethesda area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 95% of Bethesda residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 60% of those living in Bethesda.
There are five internet providers serving the Bethesda area, and 98.60% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bethesda's five internet providers, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Bethesda are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Bethesda.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Bethesda residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 61% of the area. Bethesda’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Bethesda 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 nearly all households in Bethesda 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 Bethesda 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 Bethesda, $48.19.
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 Bethesda, $0.19.
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 Bethesda. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bethesda's providers, 638 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 Bethesda covering 61% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Bethesda 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 Bethesda, $48.19.
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 Bethesda, $0.19.
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 Bethesda. These download speeds are available to 61% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bethesda's providers, 638 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 Bethesda covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bethesda 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 Bethesda, $48.19.
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 Bethesda, $0.19.
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 Bethesda. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bethesda's providers, 638 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Bethesda, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Bethesda, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Bethesda and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bethesda at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bethesda at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Bethesda residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Bethesda with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Bethesda. The next fastest internet provider in Bethesda is Astound, offering download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps to 49% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in Bethesda with plans starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bethesda, $48.19.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Bethesda, covering 94% of the city. Astound also offers fiber internet in Bethesda and is available to 2.965% of households.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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