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Internet Providers in Salem, Connecticut

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Home Internet in Salem, CT

  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 86.6%
    Salem speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 2. EarthLink
    Download Speeds:
    500 Mbps - 2 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 58.3%
  • 3. Frontier
    Download Speeds:
    200 Mbps - 5 Gbps
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    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 58.4%
  • 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. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 42.3%

Best Internet Providers in Salem, CT

Xfinity ranks as Salem, Connecticut's favored internet provider, offering cable connections with a stunning 1.2 Gbps maximum download speed. It delivers a fast and reliable internet experience to an impressive 87% of the town. With an enticing starting monthly price of $35, Xfinity provides a compelling combination of high speed and affordable pricing.

Not far behind in Salem's digital realm, Frontier extends its DSL and fiber services to about 46% of the populace. Their range of maximum download speeds stretches from 500 Mbps to a whopping 5 Gbps. At $49.99 per month, Frontier's versatile plans offer consumers considerable value.

Additionally, T-Mobile's 5G Home Internet is another solid choice in Salem, boasting speeds from 33 to 245 Mbps across 42% of the community. With a monthly starting cost of $50, it's a promising alternative for Salem dwellers.

All in all, Salem's residents enjoy a robust array of options for high-speed internet connectivity.

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
42.3%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Frontier
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • EarthLink
86.6%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Salem, CT

Provider Connection Types in Salem, CT

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Salem, CT
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
28.63%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
86.65%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
46.339999999999996%

List of Internet Providers in Salem, CT

Provider Type Top Speed
Xfinity Cable 1.2 Gbps
EarthLink Fiber 5 Gbps
Frontier DSL, Fiber 200 Mbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Salem, CT

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1.2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
EarthLink Fiber $59.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Frontier $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 200 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Real-world speeds are impacted by multiple factors and average speeds may be lower than advertised speeds. DSL, Fiber
Viasat Internet $119.99/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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