*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 - 100.00%
2 providers - 93.67%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 19121 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 19121 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 86% of those living in the 19121 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 19121 area, and 93.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 19121, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | 21.0 Mbps | 5.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 308.0 Mbps | 268.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Viasat | 11.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Philadelphia.
The largest internet providers serving the 19121 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 19121 ZIP code, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 85% of the area. Philadelphia’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 94% of residents in the 19121 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 19121 ZIP code, covering 92% 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 Philadelphia, $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 Philadelphia, $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 19121 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Philadelphia'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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 19121 ZIP code, covering 85% 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 19121 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 Philadelphia, $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 Philadelphia, $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 19121 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Philadelphia'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 nearly all households in the 19121 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 19121 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 Philadelphia, $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 Philadelphia, $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 19121 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Philadelphia's providers, 348 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 19121 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 19121 and the greater Philadelphia area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Philadelphia at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Philadelphia at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 19121 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 19121 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in 19121. The next fastest internet provider in the 19121 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 92% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 19121 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Philadelphia, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 19121 ZIP code, covering 85% of the city.
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.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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