*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.29%
3 providers - 27.23%
4+ providers - 3.63%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 20878 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 20878 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 71% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 51% of those living in the 20878 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 20878 area, and 99.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 20878, prices start at $25.99 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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| HughesNet | 66.0 Mbps | 67.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Xfinity | 208.0 Mbps | 19.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 43.0 Mbps | 9.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Gaithersburg.
The largest internet providers serving the 20878 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 20878 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 71% of the area. Gaithersburg’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 20878 ZIP code.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 20878 ZIP code, covering 98% 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 20878 ZIP code 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 Gaithersburg, $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 Gaithersburg, $0.24.
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 20878 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gaithersburg's providers, 438 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 20878 ZIP code, covering 71% 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Gaithersburg, $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 Gaithersburg, $0.24.
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 20878 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gaithersburg's providers, 438 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 20878 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 20878 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 Gaithersburg, $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 Gaithersburg, $0.24.
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 20878 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gaithersburg's providers, 438 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 20878 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 20878 and the greater Gaithersburg area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Gaithersburg at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Gaithersburg at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 20878 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 20878 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 20878. The next fastest internet provider in the 20878 ZIP code is Astound, offering download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps to 26% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 20878 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gaithersburg, $48.19.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 20878 ZIP code, covering 98% of the city.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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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