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What internet services are available in Philadelphia?

If you’re moving to Philadelphia or considering switching internet providers at your current home, you may be wondering “what internet can I get in Philadelphia?” Depending on where you live, you could have two or more internet providers to choose from.

Most Philadelphia residents will have access to cable and fiber optic internet services. DSL is also an internet option in most areas, but the speeds you get for the cost makes it a less practical option than cable or fiber internet. 

Internet availability in Philadelphia, PA

  • Cable – 98%
  • Fiber optic – 95%
  • DSL – 88%

Philadelphia 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. Speeds may vary. As of 04/08/21.

Compare the largest internet providers in Philadelphia

Xfinity is the top cable internet provider in Philadelphia, but RCN is also available just outside the city. Verizon is the leading DSL and fiber optic internet provider in Philadelphia.

Xfinity

  • Provider details:

    Xfinity’s cable internet service is available throughout Greater Philadelphia. Coverage includes downtown neighborhoods such as Hawthorne, Poplar, North Central and Chinatown, as well as surrounding areas including Darby, University City, Kensington, Parkside and western New Jersey.

    • Up to seven internet plan options
    • Plans starting at $29.99-$299.99/mo.*
    • No term agreement required with select plans
    • Free self-install kit with select plans

  • Top Philadelphia ZIP codes for Xfinity internet:

    19121, 19125, 19128, 19130, 19132, 19134, 19136, 19140, 19144, 19148

    Select Philadelphia Xfinity store locations:

    • 1429 Walnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19102
    • 1351 S Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19147
    • 4504B City Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19131
    • 3903 Aramingo Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19137

  • Provider details:

    Verizon is also available throughout Philly and most surrounding areas. Look for Verizon services in Francisville, Schuylkill, Northern Liberties, Rittenhouse Square and other Philadelphia neighborhoods. While most locations have the option for both Verizon DSL and Fios, you can expect the best value from Verizon Fios plans. 

    • Up to three internet plan options
    • Starting at $39.99-$79.99/mo.*
    • Fast upload speeds with Verizon Fios
    • Use your own router option

  • Top Philadelphia ZIP codes Verizon internet:

    19103, 19104, 19106, 19120, 19124, 19130, 19131, 19139, 19147, 19148

    Select Philadelphia Verizon store locations:

    • 9475 Roosevelt Blvd. Suite 15, Philadelphia, PA 19114
    • 1430 Walnut St. #200, Philadelphia, PA 19102
    • 1115-41 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19107

  • Provider details:

    RCN is available just outside of Philadelphia in Delaware County. Top service areas for RCN include Darby, Lansdowne, Yeadon, Prospect Park and Lester. Many residents in RCN serviceable areas also have the option of cable internet from Xfinity.

    • Up to three internet plan options
    • Plans starting at $32-$52/mo.*
    • No contract required
    • Free installation with select plans

  • Top Philadelphia area ZIP codes RCN internet:

    19018, 19023, 19026, 19029, 19032, 19033, 19036, 19050, 19070, 19079

    Select Philadelphia RCN store locations:

    There are no RCN store locations in Philadelphia. Call 1.800.746.4726 for service information.

*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 04/08/21.

Philadelphia internet providers and available plans, pricing and speeds will vary by location. Click “Shop providers” to view internet providers in your Philadelphia ZIP code, or call to speak with our internet experts about internet plans available at your address.

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Compare business internet providers in Philadelphia, PA

*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 04/08/21.

Find the business internet provider that fits your needs. Whether you’re a small business or growing rapidly, you’ll want your business to have the most reliable internet service. Choosing between providers shouldn’t be a difficult process — just remember to take into account your most important business needs.

If you’re inclined to choose a reliable service with a low starting price, consider Windstream. If you have a larger business with a lot of personnel, Crown Castle might fit your needs as they specialize in faster speeds. Xfinity is always a safe choice since they service more cities than the other providers. Verizon also offers a service with strict fiber usage as they expand their availability nationwide.

Many providers differ in the perks they provide to their customers, from extensive, 24/7 tech support to free online security. Call our experts to explore which provider might be best for you.

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Fastest internet providers in Philadelphia

Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher

Philadelphia – 99%

Pennsylvania – 87%

U.S. – 73%

Download speeds 940 Mbps or higher

Philadelphia – 93%

Pennsylvania – 18%

U.S. – 16%

Philadelphia has access to some of the fastest residential internet speeds in the U.S. thanks to Xfinity’s Gigabit Pro plan, which has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. Gigabit speeds are also available from Verizon Fios and RCN in select areas.

Fastest max advertised internet speeds in Philadelphia

  • Xfinity – 2,000 Mbps for $299.95/mo. or 1,200 Mbps for $79.99/mo.  
  • RCN – Speeds up to 940 Mbps for $52.00/mo. 
  • Verizon – Speeds up to 940/880 Mbps for $79.99/mo.

Which provider should you choose? RCN is the cheapest, but Verizon is the most reliable 

RCN offers an amazing value for its Gigabit internet plan. However, since RCN is a cable provider and Verizon is a fiber optic provider, Verizon will offer a more reliable connection. Plus, Verizon’s upload speeds will be significantly faster than RCN’s or Xfinity’s upload speeds.

Call to see what internet speeds are available from Philadelphia fiber optic and cable internet providers near you.

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Cheap internet providers in Philadelphia 

The cheapest internet services usually come from DSL internet providers, but in Philly, cheap internet is just as likely to come from cable and fiber optic providers. In fact, all three major Philadelphia internet providers, Xfinity, Verizon Fios and RCN, have cheap internet plans that start below $50/mo. in most areas.

Cheap internet plans in Philadelphia, PA

  • RCN 100 Mbps Internet – $32.00/mo.* for 300 Mbps
  • Xfinity Performance Internet – $29.99/mo.* for 100 Mbps
  • Verizon Fios 200/200 – $39.99/mo.* for 200 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 04/08/21.

Which provider should you choose? RCN offers the best value  

Although Xfinity offers the cheapest internet plan, with RCN, you can triple your internet speeds for only $2/mo. more. If you need the fastest upload speeds available, however, then go with Verizon Fios. Verizon is the only provider that offers symmetrical upload and download speeds in Philadelphia.

When shopping for cheap internet in Philadelphia, be sure to consider fees that could add to your monthly internet costs, such as equipment rental fees, Wi-Fi service charges and data overage fees. Another way to save on cost is to sign a long-term contract. Month-to-month contracts tend to be more expensive.

Our internet experts can give you an idea of just how much internet costs in Philadelphia. Call to hear about internet pricing and additional fees from providers in your area. Or, click “Shop plans” to view starting prices for internet near you.

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Best internet for bundling in Philadelphia 

Bundling internet with other services, such as cable TV, home phone or even home security is often the best way to unlock discounts. If you are interested in buying more than just internet service for your home in Philadelphia, then consider one of the following providers. 

  • RCN – 300 Mbps and 70+ channels for $49.29/mo. 
  • Verizon – 300 Mbps and 125+ channels for $95.99/mo. 
  • Xfinity – 200 Mbps and 130+ channels for $79.99/mo. 

Which provider should you choose? RCN offers the best value

Unless you want a higher channel count than 70+ channels, RCN offers the best bundle value. Not only is it the cheapest package available in most parts of Philadelphia, but it also offers great internet speeds. If you value a high channel count, however, go with Xfinity.

Last updated 04/08/21.

David Anders

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David Anders

Senior Writer, Broadband Content

David joined the Allconnect team in 2017, specializing in broadband and TV content. His work has been referenced by a variety of sources, including ArcGIS, DIRECTV and more. As a Senior Writer, David is motivate… Read more

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