*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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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.98%
2 providers - 99.11%
3 providers - 3.83%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Norristown 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 Norristown area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Norristown residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 69% of those living in Norristown.
There are five internet providers serving the Norristown area, and 99.11% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Norristown's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 67 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 47 Mbps | 25 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Norristown.
The largest internet providers in Norristown are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Norristown.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Norristown residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 75% of the area. Norristown’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Norristown 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Norristown 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 Norristown 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 Norristown, $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 Norristown, $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 Norristown. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Norristown'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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Norristown covering 75% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Norristown 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 Norristown, $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 Norristown, $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 Norristown. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Norristown'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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Norristown covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Norristown 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 Norristown, $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 Norristown, $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 Norristown. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Norristown's providers, 348 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Norristown, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Norristown, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Norristown and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Norristown at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Norristown at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Norristown residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Norristown with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Norristown. The next fastest internet provider in Norristown is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Norristown with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Norristown, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Norristown, covering 98% 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.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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