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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 97% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 76% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.070% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 0.210% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 - 99.98%
2 providers - 99.42%
3 providers - 7.70%
4+ providers - 1.07%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 20850 ZIP code 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 20850 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 96% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 68% of those living in the 20850 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 20850 area, and 99.42% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 20850, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 219.0 Mbps | 136.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 151.0 Mbps | 18.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rockville.
The largest internet providers serving the 20850 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 20850 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 76% of the area. Rockville’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 20850 ZIP code.
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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 the 20850 ZIP code, 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 20850 ZIP code 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 Rockville, $48.19.
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 Rockville, $0.19.
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 20850 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rockville's providers, 504 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 the 20850 ZIP code, covering 76% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 Rockville, $48.19.
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 Rockville, $0.19.
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 20850 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rockville's providers, 504 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 the 20850 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 20850 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 Rockville, $48.19.
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 Rockville, $0.19.
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 20850 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rockville's providers, 504 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 20850 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 20850 and the greater Rockville area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rockville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rockville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 20850 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 20850 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 20850. The next fastest internet provider in the 20850 ZIP code is Astound, offering download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps to 1.070% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 20850 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rockville, $48.19.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 20850 ZIP code, covering 97% of the city. Astound also offers fiber internet in 20850 and is available to 1.070% of households.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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%.
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