Compare Severn internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Severn – 251 Mbps
MD – 163 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Severn – 120 Mbps
MD – 75 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Severn.
*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 - 97.79%
2 providers - 94.68%
3 providers - 3.60%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Severn 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 Severn area will have access to cable, which covers 95% of Severn 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 57% of those living in Severn.
There are five internet providers serving the Severn area, and 94.68% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Severn's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 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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Viasat | 16 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
Xfinity | 194 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
Verizon | 76 Mbps | 29 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Severn.
The largest internet providers in Severn are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Severn.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Severn residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 64% of the area. Severn’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 96% of Severn 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 Severn covering 93% 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 Severn 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 Severn, $46.99.
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 Severn, $0.30.
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 Severn. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Severn's providers, 250 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 most households in Severn covering 64% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Severn 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 Severn, $46.99.
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 Severn, $0.30.
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 Severn. These download speeds are available to 64% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Severn's providers, 250 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 Severn covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Severn 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 Severn, $46.99.
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 Severn, $0.30.
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 Severn. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Severn's providers, 250 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Severn, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Severn, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Severn and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Severn at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Severn at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Severn residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Severn with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Severn. The next fastest internet provider in Severn is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 93% of the area.
Anne Arundel Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Severn with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Severn, $46.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Severn, covering 93% 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.
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.
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.