| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
Fusion Cloud Services  | - | - | DSL | 1.277% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Telegia Communications | - | 10 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| All Points Broadband | $59.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 36% |
*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 - 99.36%
2 providers - 94.39%
3 providers - 1.28%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Walkersville 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 Walkersville area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Walkersville residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Walkersville, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Walkersville area, and 94.39% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Walkersville's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | 67 Mbps | 5 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 192 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Walkersville.
The largest internet providers in Walkersville are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Walkersville.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Walkersville residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 94% of the area. Walkersville’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Walkersville 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Walkersville covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Walkersville 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 Walkersville, $54.98.
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 Walkersville, $0.70.
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 Walkersville. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Walkersville's providers, 53 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 Walkersville covering 94% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Walkersville 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 Walkersville, $54.98.
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 Walkersville, $0.70.
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 Walkersville. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Walkersville's providers, 53 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Walkersville covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Walkersville where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Walkersville, $54.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Walkersville, $0.70.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Walkersville. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Walkersville's providers, 53 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Walkersville with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in Walkersville. The next fastest internet provider in Walkersville is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Walkersville with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Walkersville, $54.98.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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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