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Internet providers in Overlea, MD
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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.
Need help?Overlea internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Overlea 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 Overlea area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Overlea residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 83% of those living in Overlea.
There are five internet providers serving the Overlea area, and 98.77% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Overlea's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Overlea
The largest internet providers in Overlea are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Overlea.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Overlea residents, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 83% of the area. Overlea’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Overlea 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 Overlea covering 91% 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 Overlea than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Overlea, $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 Overlea, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 150 Mbps in Overlea. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Overlea's providers, 151 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 Overlea covering 83% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Overlea 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 Overlea, $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 Overlea, $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 Overlea. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Overlea's providers, 151 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Overlea covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Overlea 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 Overlea, $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 Overlea, $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 Overlea. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Overlea's providers, 151 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Overlea, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Overlea, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Overlea and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Overlea at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Overlea at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Overlea 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 Overlea?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Overlea with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Overlea. The next fastest internet provider in Overlea is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 91% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Overlea?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Overlea with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Overlea, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Overlea?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Overlea, covering 91% of the city.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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%.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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