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Internet providers in 20876
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?20876 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 20876 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 20876 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 62% of those living in the 20876 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 20876 area, and 98.04% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 20876, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 20876
The largest internet providers serving the 20876 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 20876 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 62% of the area. Germantown’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of residents in the 20876 ZIP code.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in the 20876 ZIP code, covering 99% 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 20876 ZIP code 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 20876 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 20876 ZIP code, covering 62% 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 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 20876 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 62% 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 20876 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 20876 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 20876 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% 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 have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 20876 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 20876 and the greater Germantown area. 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 in the 20876 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 20876 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 20876?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 20876 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 20876. The next fastest internet provider in the 20876 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 20876?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 20876 ZIP with service 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 20876?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 20876 ZIP code, covering 99% of the city.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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