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Internet providers in 20720
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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?20720 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 20720 ZIP code 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 20720 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 73% of those living in the 20720 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 20720 area, and 95.48% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 20720, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 20720
The largest internet providers serving the 20720 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 20720 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 73% of the area. Bowie’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 96% of residents in the 20720 ZIP code.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 20720 ZIP code, 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 20720 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Bowie, $44.99.
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 Bowie, $2.14.
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 20720 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bowie's providers, 348 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 20720 ZIP code, covering 73% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 Bowie, $44.99.
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 Bowie, $2.14.
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 20720 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 73% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Bowie's providers, 348 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 20720 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 20720 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 Bowie, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bowie, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 20720 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Bowie's providers, 348 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 20720 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 20720 and the greater Bowie area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bowie at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Bowie at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 20720 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 20720 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 20720?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 20720 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 20720. The next fastest internet provider in the 20720 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 20720?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 20720 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bowie, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in 20720?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 20720 ZIP code, covering 99% of the city.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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