*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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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.66%
2 providers - 89.82%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Chesapeake Beach 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 Chesapeake Beach area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Chesapeake Beach residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Chesapeake Beach, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Chesapeake Beach area, and 89.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Chesapeake Beach's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 182 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 371 Mbps | 319 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Chesapeake Beach.
The largest internet providers in Chesapeake Beach are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Chesapeake Beach.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Chesapeake Beach residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 97% of the area. Chesapeake Beach’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Chesapeake Beach 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Chesapeake Beach covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Chesapeake Beach 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 Chesapeake Beach, $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 Chesapeake Beach, $0.55.
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 Chesapeake Beach. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chesapeake Beach's providers, 113 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Chesapeake Beach covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Chesapeake Beach 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 Chesapeake Beach, $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 Chesapeake Beach, $0.55.
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 Chesapeake Beach. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chesapeake Beach's providers, 113 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Chesapeake Beach covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Chesapeake Beach where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Chesapeake Beach, $53.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chesapeake Beach, $0.55.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Chesapeake Beach. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Chesapeake Beach's providers, 113 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Chesapeake Beach with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Chesapeake Beach. The next fastest internet provider in Chesapeake Beach is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 92% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Chesapeake Beach with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chesapeake Beach, $53.74.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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