Compare Ferndale internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Ferndale – Mbps
MD – 167 Mbps
U.S. – 125 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Ferndale – Mbps
MD – 76 Mbps
U.S. – 45 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ferndale.
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Shop the best Ferndale internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, fiber-optic and DSL providers in your area.
Shop local providers*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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.68%
2 providers - 96.54%
3 providers - 25.34%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Ferndale 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 Ferndale area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Ferndale residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 80% of those living in Ferndale.
There are five internet providers serving the Ferndale area, and 96.54% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ferndale's five internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Ferndale are Xfinity, Anne Arundel Broadband, and HughesNet bringing cable and satellite options to Ferndale.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Ferndale residents, covering 96% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Anne Arundel Broadband, which covers 15% of the area. Ferndale’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Ferndale residents.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Ferndale covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ferndale residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $20/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ferndale, $36.75.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.80 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ferndale, $1.19.
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 Ferndale. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ferndale's providers, 124 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Anne Arundel Broadband offers broadband to a limited number of households in Ferndale covering 15% of the area.
Anne Arundel Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ferndale residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Anne Arundel Broadband start at $26.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Ferndale, $36.75.
Anne Arundel Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.45 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ferndale, $1.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Anne Arundel Broadband offers download speeds up to 60 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Ferndale. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Ferndale's providers, 124 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Ferndale covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ferndale 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Ferndale, $36.75.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 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 Ferndale, $1.19.
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 Ferndale. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Ferndale's providers, 124 Mbps.
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Ferndale with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in Ferndale. The next fastest internet provider in Ferndale is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 96% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Ferndale with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ferndale, $36.75.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Ferndale, covering 94% of the city.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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.