*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 - 99.93%
2 providers - 97.90%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Skippack 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 Skippack area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Skippack residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 41% of those living in Skippack.
There are four internet providers serving the Skippack area, and 97.90% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Skippack's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Skippack are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Skippack.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Skippack residents, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 41% of the area. Skippack’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of Skippack residents.
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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 all households in Skippack covering 100% 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 Skippack 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 Skippack, $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 Skippack, $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 Skippack. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Skippack's providers, 347 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 about half of households in Skippack covering 41% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Skippack 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 Skippack, $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 Skippack, $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 Skippack. These download speeds are available to 41% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Skippack's providers, 347 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 Skippack covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Skippack 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 Skippack, $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 Skippack, $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 Skippack. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Skippack's providers, 347 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Skippack, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Skippack, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Skippack and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Skippack at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Skippack at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Skippack residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Skippack with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Skippack. The next fastest internet provider in Skippack is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Skippack with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Skippack, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Skippack, covering 100% of the city.
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.
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.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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