Compare 19607 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Reading – 146 Mbps
PA – 127 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Reading – 20 Mbps
PA – 46 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Reading.
Internet providers in 19607
Find internet providers serving the 19607 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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19607 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 83% |
Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 3.570% |
| Service Electric Cablevision | - | 50 - 1,500 Mbps | Cable | 48% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 44% |
| Blue Ridge Communications | $34.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 44% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Limitless Mobile | $29.99 | 5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 77% |
*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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Broadband availability
11131
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.56%
3 providers - 52.54%
4+ providers - 25.63%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 19607 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 19607 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 13% of those living in the 19607 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 19607 area, and 99.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 19607, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Reading
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windstream | 161 Mbps | 82 Mbps | DSL |
| Verizon | 10 Mbps | 2 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 137 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Reading.
Top high-speed internet providers in 19607
The largest internet providers serving the 19607 ZIP code are Verizon, Xfinity, and Blue Ridge Communications bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 19607 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 83% of the area. Reading’s third most-available internet provider, Blue Ridge Communications, offers cable to around 44% of residents in the 19607 ZIP code.
Verizon DSL internet
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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 all households in the 19607 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 Reading, $46.65.
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 Reading, $0.41.
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 19607 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 196 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 19607 ZIP code, covering 83% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 19607 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 Reading, $46.65.
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 Reading, $0.41.
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 19607 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 196 Mbps.
Blue Ridge Communications cable internet
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Cable from Blue Ridge Communications offers broadband to about half of households in the 19607 ZIP code, covering 44% of the area.
Blue Ridge Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 19607 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Blue Ridge Communications start at $34.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Reading, $46.65.
Blue Ridge Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.35 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Reading, $0.41.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Blue Ridge Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 19607 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 44% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Reading's providers, 196 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 19607 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 19607 and the greater Reading area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Reading at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Reading at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 19607 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Reading may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Reading DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 19607 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 19607 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 83% of households in 19607. The next fastest internet provider in the 19607 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 3.570% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 19607 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Reading, $46.65.
Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 19607 ZIP code, covering 44% 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.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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