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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.
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Broadband availability
13869
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.45%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Glenn Dale 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 Glenn Dale area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Glenn Dale residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 63% of those living in Glenn Dale.
There are four internet providers serving the Glenn Dale area, and 99.45% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Glenn Dale's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Glenn Dale
The largest internet providers in Glenn Dale are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Glenn Dale.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Glenn Dale residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 63% of the area. Glenn Dale’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Glenn Dale 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Glenn Dale covering 100% 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 Glenn Dale than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Glenn Dale, $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 Glenn Dale. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Glenn Dale'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 Glenn Dale covering 63% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Glenn Dale 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 Glenn Dale, $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 Glenn Dale. These download speeds are available to 63% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Glenn Dale'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 all households in Glenn Dale covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Glenn Dale 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 Glenn Dale, $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 Glenn Dale, $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 Glenn Dale. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Glenn Dale's providers, 146 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Glenn Dale, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Glenn Dale, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Glenn Dale and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Glenn Dale at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Glenn Dale at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Glenn Dale 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 Glenn Dale?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Glenn Dale with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Glenn Dale. The next fastest internet provider in Glenn Dale is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Glenn Dale?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Glenn Dale with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Glenn Dale, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Glenn Dale?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Glenn Dale, covering 100% of the city.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
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.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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