*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 - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.40%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Bridgeport is comparable to the rest of Pennsylvania - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Bridgeport area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 99% of Bridgeport residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 81% of those living in Bridgeport.
There are four internet providers serving the Bridgeport area, and 99.40% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bridgeport's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Bridgeport are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Bridgeport.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Bridgeport residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 82% of the area. Bridgeport’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport covering 99% 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 Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport, $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 Bridgeport, $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 Bridgeport. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bridgeport's providers, 348 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 nearly all households in Bridgeport covering 82% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport, $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 Bridgeport, $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 Bridgeport. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bridgeport's providers, 348 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 Bridgeport covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport, $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 Bridgeport, $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 Bridgeport. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bridgeport's providers, 348 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Bridgeport, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Bridgeport, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Bridgeport and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bridgeport at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bridgeport at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Bridgeport residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Bridgeport with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Bridgeport. The next fastest internet provider in Bridgeport is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Bridgeport with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bridgeport, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Bridgeport, covering 99% of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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