*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.92%
2 providers - 97.76%
3 providers - 1.96%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
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 76% of North Laurel residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 50% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 34% of those living in North Laurel.
There are four 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 four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
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.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in North Laurel, $53.74.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Laurel, $0.31.
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.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in North Laurel, $53.74.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Laurel, $0.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in North Laurel. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Laurel's providers, 298 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Laurel, $0.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in North Laurel. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Laurel's providers, 298 Mbps.
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 $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in North Laurel at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 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.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in North Laurel with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in North Laurel. The next fastest internet provider in North Laurel is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 97% of the area.
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, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in North Laurel, covering 97% of the city.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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.
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