*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 - 99.88%
2 providers - 99.52%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Shady Side 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 Shady Side area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Shady Side residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 70% of those living in Shady Side.
There are four internet providers serving the Shady Side area, and 99.52% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Shady Side's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Shady Side are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Shady Side.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Shady Side residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 70% of the area. Shady Side’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Shady Side 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 all households in Shady Side covering 100% 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 Shady Side 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 Shady Side, $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 Shady Side, $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 Shady Side. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Shady Side's providers, 297 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 Shady Side covering 70% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Shady Side 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 Shady Side, $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 Shady Side, $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 Shady Side. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Shady Side's providers, 297 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 Shady Side covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Shady Side 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 Shady Side, $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 Shady Side, $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 Shady Side. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Shady Side's providers, 297 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Shady Side, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Shady Side, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Shady Side and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Shady Side at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Shady Side at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Shady Side residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Shady Side with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Shady Side. The next fastest internet provider in Shady Side is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Shady Side with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Shady Side, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Shady Side, covering 100% of the city.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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%.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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