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Lake Shore, MD internet providers
*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?Lake Shore internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
19477
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.84%
2 providers - 98.29%
3 providers - 16.77%
4+ providers - 1.30%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Lake Shore residents. Fiber-optic 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 82% of those living in Lake Shore.
There are six internet providers serving the Lake Shore area, and 98.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lake Shore's six internet providers, prices start at $26.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Lake Shore
The largest internet providers in Lake Shore are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Lake Shore.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Lake Shore residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 82% of the area. Lake Shore’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Lake Shore 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 nearly all households in Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lake Shore, $41.39.
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 Lake Shore. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lake Shore's providers, 74 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 nearly all households in Lake Shore covering 82% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Lake Shore 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lake Shore, $41.39.
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 Lake Shore. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Lake Shore's providers, 74 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 Lake Shore covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore, $41.39.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lake Shore, $1.34.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Lake Shore. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lake Shore's providers, 74 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Lake Shore, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Lake Shore, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Lake Shore and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lake Shore at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Lake Shore at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Lake Shore 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 Lake Shore?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Lake Shore with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Lake Shore. The next fastest internet provider in Lake Shore is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Lake Shore?
Anne Arundel Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Lake Shore with plans starting at $26.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lake Shore, $41.39.
Is fiber internet available in Lake Shore?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lake Shore, covering 98% of the city.
What's a good internet speed for my home?
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.
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