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Internet Providers in Oakland, Maryland

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Home Internet in Oakland, MD
  • Provider
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • ProCom
    • Shentel
    • UScellular
    • NeuBeam
    • Starlink
    • Select All
  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 26%
    Oakland speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 2. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 3. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 13.1%
  • 4. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet, DSL
    Availability: 17.8%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 13.1%
  • ProCom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 29.3%
  • Shentel
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 43.9%
  • UScellular
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 72.5%
  • NeuBeam
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless, Fiber
    Availability: 62.7%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Oakland, MD

In Oakland, Maryland, Viasat Internet tops the providers list, delivering a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps through its satellite connection. With 100% coverage and a starting price of $149.99 per month, Viasat ensures every part of Oakland can access its services. Although the pricing is higher, the extensive coverage and high-speed capabilities offer considerable value, especially in areas lacking reliable wired connections.

HughesNet provides another satellite option with full coverage in Oakland, offering a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps at a more affordable starting price of $49.99 per month. This makes HughesNet ideal for those prioritizing cost-efficiency while needing dependable internet access. Always ON, a fixed wireless provider, covers 64.60% of Oakland, with download speeds up to 25 Mbps for $60 per month. While its coverage isn't as extensive as the satellite options, fixed wireless can be a more stable and lower-latency choice where available.

Oakland's internet availability includes a mix of DSL, cable, fiber, fixed wireless, and complete satellite coverage, providing residents with several options to fit varying needs and budgets.

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
  • UScellular
72.49%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
  • ProCom
  • Shentel
  • NeuBeam
62.67%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Oakland, Maryland

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Oakland, MD

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Oakland, MD
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
7.290000000000001%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
65.93%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
25.669999999999998%

Internet Providers in Oakland, MD

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
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
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet, DSL
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
ProCom $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Shentel $70/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
UScellular $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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