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Sanford, ME internet providers

Provider
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **

(wireless speeds may vary)

Cable4.761%
MetroCast Communications $19.99 -Cable98%
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont $39.95 -DSL95%
Great Works Internet - -DSL52%
Oxford County Telephone Company - -Fiber-optic2.402%

*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.

**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.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.

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Sanford internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    10000 Mbps

    Provider: Telephone Operating Company of Vermont

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    20798

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 98.95%

    2 providers - 96.24%

    3 providers - 57.69%

    4+ providers - 2.41%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 98%

    DSL - 98%

    Fiber - 7.250%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Sanford is comparable to the rest of Maine - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the Sanford area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Sanford residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 7.250% of those living in Sanford.

There are eight internet providers serving the Sanford area, and 96.24% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Sanford's eight internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Sanford

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont 98 Mbps 55 Mbps DSL
Spectrum 43 Mbps 26 Mbps Cable

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Sanford.

Compare Sanford internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Sanford – 104 Mbps

    ME – 76 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Sanford – 23 Mbps

    ME – 12 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Sanford.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Sanford

The largest internet providers in Sanford are MetroCast Communications, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Sanford.

Cable internet from MetroCast Communications is available to nearly all Sanford residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 95% of the area. Sanford’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Sanford residents.

MetroCast Communications cable internet

Provider

MetroCast Communications

Starting price*
$19.99/mo.
Max download speed

null Mbps

Max upload speed

15 Mbps

Average availability

98%

*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 MetroCast Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in Sanford covering 98% of the area.

MetroCast Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sanford residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for MetroCast Communications start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Sanford, $48.98.

MetroCast Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sanford, $0.45.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, MetroCast Communications offers download speeds up to null Mbps and upload speeds up to 15 Mbps in Sanford. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Sanford's providers, 75 Mbps.

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Telephone Operating Company of Vermont DSL internet

Provider

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont

Starting price*
$39.95/mo.
Max download speed

10,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

95%

*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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to nearly all households in Sanford covering 95% of the area.

DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines in Sanford 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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $39.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Sanford, $48.98.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Sanford. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sanford's providers, 75 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Sanford covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Sanford 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 Sanford, $48.98.

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 Sanford, $0.45.

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 Sanford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Sanford's providers, 75 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in Sanford with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in Sanford. The next fastest internet provider in Sanford is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 4.761% of the area.

MetroCast Communications offers the cheapest internet in Sanford with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sanford, $48.98.

Oxford County Telephone Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Sanford, covering 2.402% of the city.

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.

Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.

There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.

*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.

Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem

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