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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. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Germantown internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
86395
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.04%
2 providers - 95.12%
3 providers - 7.54%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Germantown 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 Germantown area will have access to cable, which covers 96% of Germantown residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 70% of those living in Germantown.
There are four internet providers serving the Germantown area, and 95.12% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Germantown's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Germantown
The largest internet providers in Germantown are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Germantown.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Germantown residents, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 70% of the area. Germantown’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 96% of Germantown residents.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Germantown covering 91% 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 Germantown than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Germantown, $44.99.
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 Germantown. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Germantown's providers, 146 Mbps.
Verizon DSL internet
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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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Germantown covering 70% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Germantown 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Germantown, $44.99.
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 Germantown. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Germantown's providers, 146 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Germantown covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Germantown 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 Germantown, $44.99.
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 Germantown, $2.14.
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 Germantown. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Germantown's providers, 146 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Germantown, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Germantown, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Germantown and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Germantown at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Germantown at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Germantown residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Germantown?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Germantown with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in Germantown. The next fastest internet provider in Germantown is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Germantown?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Germantown with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Germantown, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Germantown?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Germantown, covering 91% of the city.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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.
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