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*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 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
10698
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.79%
3 providers - 99.79%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Darby 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 Darby area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Darby residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 69% of those living in Darby.
There are five internet providers serving the Darby area, and 99.79% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Darby's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Darby
The largest internet providers in Darby are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Darby.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Darby residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 69% of the area. Darby’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Darby residents.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Darby covering 100% 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 Darby than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Darby, $39.99.
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 Darby. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Darby's providers, 609 Mbps.
Verizon DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Darby covering 69% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Darby 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Darby, $39.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Darby. These download speeds are available to 69% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Darby's providers, 609 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Darby covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Darby 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 Darby, $39.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Darby, $1.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Darby. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Darby's providers, 609 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Darby, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Darby, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Darby and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Darby at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Darby at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Darby residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Darby?
RCN is the fastest internet provider in Darby with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Darby. The next fastest internet provider in Darby is RCN, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 8.453% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Darby?
RCN offers the cheapest internet in Darby with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Darby, $39.99.
Is fiber internet available in Darby?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Darby, covering 100% of the city. RCN also offers fiber internet in Darby and is available to 8.453% of households.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Do I need a new modem for fiber 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.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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