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Find internet providers serving the 21704 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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Verizon | $39.99 | - | DSL | 91% |
Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Telegia Communications | - | 10 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
All Points Broadband | $79.99 | 10 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
Viasat | $50.00 | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.90%
2 providers - 90.63%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 21704 ZIP code 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 21704 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Frederick, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 21704 area, and 90.63% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 21704, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 21704 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 21704 ZIP code, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Frederick’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 21704 ZIP code.
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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 nearly all households in the 21704 ZIP code, covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Frederick, $51.99.
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 21704 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Frederick's providers, 63 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 21704 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 21704 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 Frederick, $51.99.
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 Frederick, $2.89.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 21704 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Frederick's providers, 63 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 21704 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 21704 ZIP 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Frederick, $51.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Frederick, $2.89.
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 21704 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Frederick's providers, 63 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 21704 ZIP code with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 21704. The next fastest internet provider in the 21704 ZIP code is Telegia Communications, offering download speeds up to 30 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 21704 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Frederick, $51.99.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.