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Dover, PA internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL98%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic1.441%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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.

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Dover internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    1943

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 100.00%

    2 providers - 98.20%

    3 providers - 0%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 98%

    Fiber - 1.440%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Dover 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 Dover area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Dover residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.440% of those living in Dover.

There are four internet providers serving the Dover area, and 98.20% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Dover's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Dover

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Xfinity 139 Mbps 14 Mbps Cable
Verizon 42 Mbps 7 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Dover.

Compare Dover internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Dover – 151 Mbps

    PA – 127 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Dover – 17 Mbps

    PA – 46 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Dover.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Dover

The largest internet providers in Dover are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Dover.

DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Dover residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Dover’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Dover residents.

Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

98%

*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 Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Dover covering 98% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Dover 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 Dover, $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 Dover, $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 Dover. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dover's providers, 101 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Dover covering 100% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Dover 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 Dover, $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 Dover, $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 Dover. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Dover's providers, 101 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Dover covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Dover 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 Dover, $53.74.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Dover, $0.31.

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 Dover. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Dover's providers, 101 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Dover with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Dover. The next fastest internet provider in Dover is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 98% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Dover with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Dover, $53.74.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Dover, covering 1.441% of the city.

Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.

Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.

Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.

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