| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Atlantic Broadband  | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 13% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.54%
2 providers - 97.51%
3 providers - 12.81%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Frostburg 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 Frostburg area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Frostburg residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Frostburg, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Frostburg area, and 97.51% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Frostburg's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 192 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 7 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Frostburg.
The largest internet providers in Frostburg are Verizon, Xfinity, and Atlantic Broadband bringing DSL and cable options to Frostburg.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Frostburg residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Frostburg’s third most-available internet provider, Atlantic Broadband, offers cable to around 13% of Frostburg 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Frostburg covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Frostburg 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 Frostburg, $46.99.
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 Frostburg, $0.48.
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 Frostburg. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Frostburg's providers, 74 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 Frostburg covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Frostburg 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 Frostburg, $46.99.
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 Frostburg, $0.48.
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 Frostburg. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Frostburg's providers, 74 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 Atlantic Broadband offers broadband to a limited number of households in Frostburg covering 13% of the area.
Atlantic Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Frostburg residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Atlantic Broadband start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Frostburg, $46.99.
Atlantic Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Frostburg, $0.48.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Atlantic Broadband offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Frostburg. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Frostburg's providers, 74 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Frostburg, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Frostburg, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Frostburg and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Frostburg at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Frostburg at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Frostburg residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Frostburg with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Frostburg. The next fastest internet provider in Frostburg is Atlantic Broadband, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 13% of the area.
Atlantic Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Frostburg with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Frostburg, $46.99.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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