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Internet providers in College Park, MD
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College Park internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in College Park 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 College Park area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of College Park residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 79% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 79% of those living in College Park.
There are five internet providers serving the College Park area, and 96.69% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among College Park's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
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The largest internet providers in College Park are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to College Park.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to most College Park residents, covering 79% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 79% of the area. College Park’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of College Park residents.
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 Mar 10, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in College Park covering 79% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in College Park 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 College Park, $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 College Park, $3.00.
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 College Park. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all College Park's providers, 348 Mbps.
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 Mar 10, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to most households in College Park covering 79% 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 College Park than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in College Park, $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 College Park, $3.00.
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 College Park. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all College Park'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 Mar 10, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in College Park covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but College Park 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 College Park, $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, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in College Park, $3.00.
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 College Park. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all College Park's providers, 348 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of College Park, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside College Park, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and ViaSat, Inc. offers 100% availability in College Park and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in College Park at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. The starting price for ViaSat, Inc. plans is higher than average for College Park at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many College Park residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
College Park, MD internet providers
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| Verizon | $39.99/mo. | 200 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 79% |
| Verizon | $39.99/mo. | 15 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 79% |
| Xfinity | $29.99/mo. | 15 - 400 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| Pivotal Global Capacity, LLC | - | - | DSL | 1.230% |
| HughesNet | $59.99/mo. | 2 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| ViaSat, Inc. | $50/mo. | 12 - 12 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 Mar 10, 2020.
Need help?Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in College Park?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in College Park with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 79% of households in College Park. The next fastest internet provider in College Park is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in College Park?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in College Park with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in College Park, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in College Park?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in College Park, covering 79% of the city.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
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.
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.
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