*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.87%
2 providers - 99.62%
3 providers - 0.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in North Potomac 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 Potomac area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of North Potomac 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 64% of those living in North Potomac.
There are four internet providers serving the North Potomac area, and 99.62% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among North Potomac'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 Potomac are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to North Potomac.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all North Potomac residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 64% of the area. North Potomac’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of North Potomac 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in North Potomac 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 Potomac 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 Potomac, $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 Potomac, $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 Potomac. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Potomac'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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in North Potomac covering 64% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in North Potomac 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 Potomac, $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 Potomac, $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 Potomac. These download speeds are available to 64% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Potomac'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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in North Potomac covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but North Potomac 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 Potomac, $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 Potomac, $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 Potomac. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Potomac's providers, 298 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of North Potomac, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside North Potomac, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in North Potomac and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in North Potomac at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in North Potomac at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many North Potomac residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in North Potomac with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in North Potomac. The next fastest internet provider in North Potomac is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in North Potomac with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in North Potomac, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in North Potomac, covering 97% of the city.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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