Compare Fairland internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Fairland – Mbps
MD – 163 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Fairland – Mbps
MD – 75 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Fairland.
*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 - 97.17%
2 providers - 95.47%
3 providers - 4.84%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Fairland 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 Fairland area will have access to cable, which covers 95% of Fairland residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 65% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 55% of those living in Fairland.
There are four internet providers serving the Fairland area, and 95.47% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Fairland's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Fairland are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Fairland.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Fairland residents, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 66% of the area. Fairland’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 96% of Fairland 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Fairland covering 89% 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 Fairland 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 Fairland, $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 Fairland, $0.31.
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 Fairland. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairland's providers, 298 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Fairland covering 66% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Fairland 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 Fairland, $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 Fairland, $0.31.
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 Fairland. These download speeds are available to 66% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairland's providers, 298 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 Fairland covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Fairland 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 Fairland, $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 Fairland, $0.31.
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 Fairland. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fairland's providers, 298 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Fairland, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Fairland, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Fairland and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fairland at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fairland at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Fairland residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Fairland with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Fairland. The next fastest internet provider in Fairland is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 89% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Fairland with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fairland, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Fairland, covering 89% of the city.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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