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Best Internet Providers in Baltimore, MD

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Top 11 Internet Service Providers in Baltimore, MD

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1. EarthLink

12.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
940 Mbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 54.95/mo
12.6% Available

2. Verizon

51.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
940 Mbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 34.99/mo
51.1% Available

3. Xfinity

95.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo
95.7% Available

4. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 119.99/mo
100% Available

5. T-Mobile Home Internet

61% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
61% Available

6. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

7. XNET WiFi

61% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 85.00/mo
61% Available

8. Believe Wireless

89.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fixed Wireless
89.1% Available

9. BridgeMAXX Wireless

19.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 55.95/mo
19.1% Available

10. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

11. Verizon

46.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
46.9% Available

Internet Service Providers in Baltimore, Maryland

When shopping for the best internet in Baltimore, you’ll find that a fiber plan will be your fastest and most reliable option. Verizon’s fiber internet service, Verizon Fios, covers over half the city (51.1 percent) and offers speeds up to 1 Gbps. Verizon Fios’ plans start at $49.99 per month, and they’re a great choice whether you're living in Fells Point, Mount Vernon, or closer to the Inner Harbor. Another option is EarthLink Fiber, available in about 12.6 percent of the city, with speeds up to 940 Mbps and plans starting at $54.95 per month.

For those looking at cable, Xfinity is a popular option across Baltimore, with 95.7 percent coverage and speeds reaching up to 2 Gbps. Xfinity plans start at just $30 per month. Astound Broadband, powered by RCN, is another cable provider in the area, but with smaller coverage (7.7 percent).

If you prefer wireless options, Verizon also offers 5G home internet with widespread coverage (51.1 percent) and speeds comparable to fiber. It’s ideal for areas where installing wired service might be challenging.

There’s also DSL: Quantum provides this option in 4.5 percent of Baltimore, though speeds max out at 10 Mbps. It may be suitable for those in specific areas where faster options aren't available, but you’re likely to have speedier choices available to you in Baltimore.

An Overview of Internet Providers in Baltimore By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Believe Wireless Fixed Wireless 1 Gbps 89%
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 96%
RCN Cable 1.5 Gbps 8%
Verizon Fiber 2.3 Gbps 51%
BridgeMAXX Wireless Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 19%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Quantum Internet & Telephone DSL 10 Mbps 4%
Xfinity Fiber 10 Gbps 2%
EarthLink Fiber 5 Gbps 13%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 61%
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps 47%
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 150 Mbps 61%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 96%
Believe Wireless Fixed Wireless 1 Gbps 89%
Verizon Fiber 940 Mbps 51%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 61%
BridgeMAXX Wireless Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 19%
RCN Cable 1.5 Gbps 8%
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps 47%
Quantum Internet & Telephone DSL 10 Mbps 4%
Xfinity Fiber 2 Gbps 2%
Quantum Internet & Telephone Fixed Wireless 30 Mbps 1%

Fastest Baltimore Internet Providers

Connection Type

Internet Providers

Download Speeds Up To

Upload Speeds Up To

Availability

Fiber
(Covering 10% of Baltimore)

Xfinity

2 Gbps

200 Mbps

1.6%

Verizon Fios

940 Mbps

880 Mbps

51.1%

Cable
(Covering 97.4% of Baltimore)

Xfinity

2 Gbps

200 Mbps

95.7%

Astound Broadband Powered by RCN

1.5 Gbps

20 Mbps

7.7%

DSL
(Covering 28.7% of Baltimore)

Quantum Internet & Telephone

10 Mbps

1 Mbps

4.5%

Quantum Internet & Telephone

10 Mbps

1 Mbps

4.5%

Fixed Wireless
(Covering 99.7% of Baltimore)

Verizon 5G Home Internet

1 Gbps

75 Mbps

46.9%

T-Mobile 5G Home Internet

33 - 182 Mbps

20 Mbps

61%

Satellite
(Covering 100% of Baltimore)

Starlink

220 Mbps

25 Mbps

100%

Viasat Internet

150 Mbps

3 Mbps

100%

Frequently Asked Questions About Internet Services in Baltimore

What provider offers the fastest internet in Baltimore?

Xfinity is Baltimore’s fastest provider. You can purchase their Gigabit Pro plan with 2 Gbps download speed for $299.95 per month.

What provider offers the cheapest internet in Baltimore?

Xfinity offers the cheapest plans in Baltimore. You’ll pay as little as $19.99 for their Performance Starter+ plan, which provides download speeds up to 60 Mbps.

What type of wired internet is most common in Baltimore?

Fiber and cable are the most common wired internet services in Baltimore. Both connection types cover about 97 percent of Baltimore each. Xfinity is Baltimore’s most prevalent cable provider, and Verizon is the most popular fiber provider.

Does Baltimore have fiber-optic internet access?

Verizon is Baltimore’s primary fiber-optic provider. You can get Verizon Fios fiber-optic internet for as little as $39.99 per month.

Can I get 5G internet in Baltimore?

Yes, you can get 5G internet through T-Mobile’s 5G Home plan, which offers 110 Mbps downloads for $50 per month — no contracts and no data caps.

What Baltimore neighborhoods offer the most internet provider options?

Four neighborhoods — Central Baltimore, Downtown, Federal Hill, and Locust Point — have the choice between five different providers or connection types, including Verizon and Xfinity.

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Baltimore

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Average download speed in Baltimore:

161 Mbps

Based on 174,588 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Baltimore

  1. EarthLink - Most Fiber availability
  2. Verizon - Fiber up to 940 Mbps
  3. Xfinity - Fast download speeds in Baltimore and most Cable availability
  4. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Baltimore
  5. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  6. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  7. XNET WiFi - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  8. Believe Wireless - Fixed wireless up to 1000 Mbps
  9. BridgeMAXX Wireless - Fixed wireless up to 100 Mbps
  10. Starlink - Widely available
  11. Verizon - 5g internet up to 1000 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Baltimore

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

Internet Availability by Connection Type in Baltimore

Internet service providers in Baltimore use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 98%
Cable - 29%
DSL - 29%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Baltimore, MD

Hotspot
1301 S Ellwood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21213
Hotspot
200 S Linwood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21224
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800 Lombard St
Baltimore, MD 21202
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201 W Baltimore St
Baltimore, MD 21201
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9 N Front St
Baltimore, MD 21202
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S Catherine St
Baltimore, MD 21223
Hotspot
200 N Holliday St
Baltimore, MD 21202
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6210 Pulaski Hwy
Baltimore, MD 21205
Hotspot
200 N Holliday St
Baltimore, MD 21202
Hotspot
44 Albemarle St
Baltimore, MD 21202

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