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Internet providers in Riviera Beach, 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 Oct 13, 2021.
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Broadband availability
12754
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.49%
2 providers - 96.70%
3 providers - 8.14%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 99% of Riviera Beach residents. Cable 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 70% of those living in Riviera Beach.
There are five internet providers serving the Riviera Beach area, and 96.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Riviera Beach's five internet providers, prices start at $26.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Riviera Beach
The largest internet providers in Riviera Beach are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Riviera Beach.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Riviera Beach residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 70% of the area. Riviera Beach’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 97% of Riviera Beach 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Riviera Beach covering 99% 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 Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach, $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 Riviera Beach. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Riviera Beach'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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Riviera Beach covering 70% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach, $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 Riviera Beach. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Riviera Beach'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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Riviera Beach covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach, $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 Riviera Beach, $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 Riviera Beach. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Riviera Beach's providers, 74 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Riviera Beach, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Riviera Beach, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Riviera Beach and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Riviera Beach at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Riviera Beach at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Riviera Beach 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 Riviera Beach?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Riviera Beach with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Riviera Beach. The next fastest internet provider in Riviera Beach is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 97% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Riviera Beach?
Anne Arundel Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Riviera Beach with plans starting at $26.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Riviera Beach, $41.39.
Is fiber internet available in Riviera Beach?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Riviera Beach, covering 99% of the city.
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%.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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