*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 - 100%
2 providers - 98.26%
3 providers - 8.88%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 19401 ZIP code 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 19401 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 95% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 72% of those living in the 19401 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 19401 area, and 98.26% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 19401, 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 | 125.0 Mbps | 90.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 27.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Norristown.
The largest internet providers serving the 19401 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 19401 ZIP code, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 76% of the area. Norristown’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 19401 ZIP code.
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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 the 19401 ZIP code, covering 96% 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 19401 ZIP code 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 19401 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 19401 ZIP code, covering 76% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 19401 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 76% 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 19401 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 19401 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 19401 ZIP code. 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 have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 19401 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 19401 and the greater Norristown area. 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 in the 19401 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 19401 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 19401. The next fastest internet provider in the 19401 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 96% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 19401 ZIP with service 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 serving the 19401 ZIP code, covering 96% of the city.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
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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