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Internet providers in Norristown, PA
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Norristown, PA internet providers
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*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Norristown internet service at a glance
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 100% of Norristown 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 76% of those living in Norristown.
There are six internet providers serving the Norristown area, and 99.11% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Norristown's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers 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.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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*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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Norristown, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norristown, $2.14.
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.
Verizon DSL internet
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*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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Norristown, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norristown, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Norristown. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Norristown's providers, 348 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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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, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norristown, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Norristown. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Norristown's providers, 348 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
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 $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Norristown at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Norristown residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Norristown?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Norristown with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Norristown. The next fastest internet provider in Norristown is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Norristown?
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, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Norristown?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Norristown, covering 98% of the city.
How can I lower my cable bill?
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.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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