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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Clinton internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Clinton 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 Clinton area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Clinton 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 58% of those living in Clinton.
There are four internet providers serving the Clinton area, and 98.87% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Clinton's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Clinton
The largest internet providers in Clinton are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Clinton.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Clinton residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 58% of the area. Clinton’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Clinton 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Clinton 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 Clinton than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Clinton, $44.99.
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 Clinton. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clinton's providers, 146 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to about half of households in Clinton covering 58% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Clinton 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 Clinton, $44.99.
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 Clinton. These download speeds are available to 58% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Clinton's providers, 146 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Clinton covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Clinton 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 Clinton, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clinton, $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 Clinton. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clinton's providers, 146 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Clinton, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Clinton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Clinton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Clinton at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Clinton at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Clinton 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 Clinton?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Clinton with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Clinton. The next fastest internet provider in Clinton is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Clinton?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Clinton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Clinton, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Clinton?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Clinton, covering 99% of the city.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.