*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 - 99.03%
2 providers - 98.70%
3 providers - 4.78%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Dormont 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 Dormont area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Dormont residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 85% of those living in Dormont.
There are four internet providers serving the Dormont area, and 98.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Dormont's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Dormont are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Dormont.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Dormont residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 85% of the area. Dormont’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Dormont 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 Dormont 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 Dormont 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 Dormont, $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 Dormont, $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 Dormont. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dormont'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 Dormont covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Dormont 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 Dormont, $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 Dormont, $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 Dormont. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dormont'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 Dormont covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Dormont 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 Dormont, $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 Dormont, $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 Dormont. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dormont's providers, 348 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Dormont, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Dormont, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Dormont and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Dormont at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Dormont at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Dormont residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Dormont with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Dormont. The next fastest internet provider in Dormont is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Dormont with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Dormont, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Dormont, covering 99% of the city.
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.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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