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Internet providers in Lancaster, PA

If you’re on the hunt for the best Lancaster, PA, internet service providers for your home, Allconnect® has collected all the information you need to make an educated decision. Just enter your ZIP code below and hit the search button to view available plans.

Internet options in Lancaster, PA

Whether you’re moving to Lancaster or you’re ready to replace your old internet service provider, it’s important to weigh your options before making a decision. Internet providers are generally compared based on price, internet speeds and coverage rate. However, you should also consider what type of internet service will work best for you, whether it’s cable internet, DSL or another type.

Lancaster internet at a glance

There are 10 internet service providers serving the Lancaster, PA area. Take your time making your choice, as there could be multiple types of internet service available at your location.

Internet availability in Lancaster, PA

  • Cable – 97%
  • DSL – 95%
  • Fiber-optic – 56%

Lancaster, PA, residential internet providers

*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 04/20/20.

Compare the largest internet providers in Lancaster

Lancaster has plenty of providers to choose from, but the three largest providers are Xfinity, Verizon and HughesNet. Here’s how these three providers compare.

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Allconnect Rating

3.58 / 5

Xfinity

  • Provider details:

    As one of the largest internet service providers in the country, Xfinity has no shortage of fast, affordable internet plans in the Lancaster area. You can even bundle services to save on costs.

    • Three internet plans
    • Starting at $29.99/mo.*
    • Save on faster internet speeds by bundling TV services
    • Free streaming device and voice remote with select plans

  • Xfinity store locations: 

    • 1571 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601

Verizon

  • Provider details:

    Verizon offers high-speed internet service to almost all of the Lancaster area with maximum speeds up to 15 Mbps.

    • Self-installation available for fast setup
    • No data caps on internet plans
    • Save by adding home phone to your package

  • Verizon store locations:

    • 1700 Fruitville Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601

HughesNet

  • Provider details:

    HughesNet offers reliable internet even in the most rural area of Lancaster, PA.

    • Four internet plans
    • Starting at $59.99/mo.*
    • Bonus Zone: Use up to 50 GB/mo. of free additional data between 2 and 8 a.m.
    • No outages except during extreme weather conditions

  • HughesNet store locations:

    There are no HughesNet stores in Lancaster.

*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 04/20/20.

Availability for other Lancaster internet providers

  • CenturyLink – DSL network offers coverage in 2.9% of the Lancaster, PA, area.
  • Netlinx – A local fixed wireless network with six internet plans available
  • Viasat, Inc. — Viasat, Inc. offers satellite internet to 100% of the Lancaster area.

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Fastest internet in Lancaster

Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher

Lancaster – 97%

State – 87%

U.S. – 73%

Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher

Lancaster – 38%

State – 15%

U.S. – 17%

Source: FCC

The fastest internet services in Lancaster are likely to come from providers using a fiber-optic or cable/fiber-optic network. Here’s a look at the fastest fiber-optic and cable internet providers in the Lancaster area.

Lancaster’s fastest max advertised download speeds

  • Xfinity – Cable network with speeds up to 200 Mbps
  • Netlinx – Fixed wireless network with speeds up to 30 Mbps

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Cheapest internet service providers in Lancaster

If the price is your biggest selling point when it comes to internet services, don’t sweat it. There are providers in Lancaster with plans starting at $30/mo.* or less.

Cheap internet plans in Lancaster

  • Xfinity – $29.99/mo.* for up to 15 Mbps
  • Netlinx – $29.90/mo.* for 3 Mbps

*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 04/20/20.

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Free Wi-Fi hotspots in Lancaster

If you’re planning on visiting the Lancaster, PA, area to view a new home, or if you already live in the area, it will be helpful to know where you can get a free Wi-Fi signal. Many public buildings have Wi-Fi signals, as do restaurants and bars.

Here are a few public places where you can find free Wi-Fi in Lancaster:

  • The Lancaster Public Library
  • Most coffee shops and fast-food restaurants like Prince Street Cafe and Square One Coffee
  • GIANT Food Stores
  • Most hotels and motels in the area

Xfinity and Verizon internet customers have access to a network of hotspots set up by their service providers. Other providers may have hotspots set up in Lancaster, but providers who have the largest networks tend to have the most hotspots.

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