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Internet providers in North Laurel, MD
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North Laurel, MD internet providers
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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 Jun 1, 2020.
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At 98%, broadband coverage in North Laurel 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 North Laurel area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of North Laurel residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 88% of those living in North Laurel.
There are five internet providers serving the North Laurel area, and 97.76% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among North Laurel's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in North Laurel
The largest internet providers in North Laurel are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to North Laurel.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all North Laurel residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 88% of the area. North Laurel’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of North Laurel 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in North Laurel covering 97% 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 North Laurel than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in North Laurel, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Laurel, $2.14.
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 North Laurel. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Laurel's providers, 298 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in North Laurel covering 88% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in North Laurel 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 North Laurel, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Laurel, $2.14.
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 North Laurel. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all North Laurel's providers, 298 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in North Laurel covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but North Laurel 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 North Laurel, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Laurel, $2.14.
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 North Laurel. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all North Laurel's providers, 298 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of North Laurel, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside North Laurel, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in North Laurel and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in North Laurel at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in North Laurel at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many North Laurel 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 North Laurel?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in North Laurel with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in North Laurel. The next fastest internet provider in North Laurel is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in North Laurel?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in North Laurel with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in North Laurel, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in North Laurel?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in North Laurel, covering 97% 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’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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