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Internet Providers in Towson, Maryland

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Home Internet in Towson, MD

  • 1. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 92.1%
  • 2. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 91.8%
    Towson speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 3. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.5%
    Towson speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Believe Wireless Broadband
    Speeds Up To
    500 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 96.7%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 65.6%

Best Internet Providers in Towson, MD

Xfinity is a top-tier internet service provider in Towson, Maryland, offering impressive download speeds of up to 1.2 Gbps with its cable connection. Covering 99% of the city, Xfinity starts at a budget-friendly price of $35 per month, making it a prime choice for heavy internet users such as remote workers and streamers.

Verizon and Viasat Internet, however, present strong alternative options for Towson residents. Verizon, offering a mix of fiber, DSL, and 5G internet, delivers download speeds up to 1 Gbps. It covers 91% of the city and starts at a competitive price of $40 per month, offering great value for its speed and extensive coverage.

On the other hand, Viasat provides a satellite connection covering the whole city; an ideal choice for those prioritizing availability. While its maximum download speed is lower at 125 Mbps, the universal coverage and its starting price of $49.99 per month make it an attractive option for those who need reliable, always-on internet access.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Always ON
65.55%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • EarthLink
  • Verizon
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • Believe Wireless Broadband
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
99.51%

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Provider Connection Types in Towson, MD

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Towson, MD
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
1.8599999999999999%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.42%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
91.07%

List of Internet Providers in Towson, MD

Provider Type Top Speed
EarthLink Fiber 940 Mbps
Verizon Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet 940 Mbps
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Believe Wireless Broadband Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Towson, MD

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
EarthLink Fiber $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $129.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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