Compare 03824 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Durham – 118 Mbps
NH – 150 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Durham – 42 Mbps
NH – 36 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Durham.
Internet providers in 03824
Internet providers in your area
03824 internet providers
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont  | $39.95 | - | DSL | 99% |
| 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?03824 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 03824 ZIP code 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 03824 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 86% of those living in the 03824 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 03824 area, and 99.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 03824, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Durham
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 106 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | 50 Mbps | 26 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Durham.
Top high-speed internet providers in 03824
The largest internet providers serving the 03824 ZIP code are Xfinity, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 03824 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 99% of the area. Durham’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 03824 ZIP code.
Xfinity cable internet
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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 all households in the 03824 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 03824 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 03824 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Durham's providers, 83 Mbps.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont DSL internet
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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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to all households in the 03824 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines 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 03824 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Durham's providers, 83 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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 the 03824 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 03824 ZIP 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 03824 ZIP code. 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.
Internet providers in 03824 frequently asked questions
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in the 03824 ZIP code with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 03824. The next fastest internet provider in the 03824 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 03824 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Durham, $51.23.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.
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.
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.
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