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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $39.95 | - | DSL | 97% |
| 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.
Need help?At 100%, broadband coverage in Durham is comparable to the rest of New Hampshire - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Durham area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Durham residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in Durham.
There are four internet providers serving the Durham area, and 96.58% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Durham's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Durham are Xfinity, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Durham.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Durham residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 97% of the area. Durham’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Durham 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Durham covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Durham 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 Durham, $51.23.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Durham, $1.77.
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 Durham. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Durham's providers, 83 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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to nearly all households in Durham covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines in Durham 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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Durham, $51.23.
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 Durham. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Durham's providers, 83 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Durham covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Durham 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 Durham, $51.23.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Durham, $1.77.
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 Durham. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Durham's providers, 83 Mbps.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in Durham with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Durham. The next fastest internet provider in Durham is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Durham with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Durham, $51.23.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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%.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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