*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 - 99.84%
2 providers - 97.51%
3 providers - 0.68%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Mechanicsburg residents. Fiber-optic 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 66% of those living in Mechanicsburg.
There are five internet providers serving the Mechanicsburg area, and 97.51% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Mechanicsburg's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Mechanicsburg are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Mechanicsburg.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Mechanicsburg residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 65% of the area. Mechanicsburg’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Mechanicsburg 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 nearly all households in Mechanicsburg covering 98% 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 Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg, $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 Mechanicsburg, $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 Mechanicsburg. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mechanicsburg'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 most households in Mechanicsburg covering 65% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg, $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 Mechanicsburg, $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 Mechanicsburg. These download speeds are available to 65% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mechanicsburg'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 Mechanicsburg covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg, $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 Mechanicsburg, $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 Mechanicsburg. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mechanicsburg's providers, 348 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Mechanicsburg, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Mechanicsburg, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Mechanicsburg and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Mechanicsburg at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Mechanicsburg at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Mechanicsburg residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Mechanicsburg with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Mechanicsburg. The next fastest internet provider in Mechanicsburg is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Mechanicsburg with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mechanicsburg, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Mechanicsburg, covering 98% of the city.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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.
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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