Shop the best Forest Glen 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 98.72%
3 providers - 54.25%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Forest Glen residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 69% of those living in Forest Glen.
There are five internet providers serving the Forest Glen area, and 98.72% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Forest Glen's five internet providers, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Forest Glen are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Forest Glen.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Forest Glen residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 69% of the area. Forest Glen’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen covering 93% 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 Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen, $48.19.
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 Forest Glen, $0.19.
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 Forest Glen. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Forest Glen's providers, 638 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 Forest Glen covering 69% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen, $48.19.
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 Forest Glen, $0.19.
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 Forest Glen. These download speeds are available to 69% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Forest Glen's providers, 638 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 all households in Forest Glen covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Forest Glen 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 Forest Glen, $48.19.
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 Forest Glen, $0.19.
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 Forest Glen. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Forest Glen's providers, 638 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Forest Glen, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Forest Glen, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Forest Glen and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Forest Glen at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Forest Glen at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Forest Glen residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Forest Glen with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Forest Glen. The next fastest internet provider in Forest Glen is Astound, offering download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps to 54% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in Forest Glen with plans starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Forest Glen, $48.19.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Forest Glen, covering 93% of the city. Astound also offers fiber internet in Forest Glen and is available to 10% of households.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
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