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Internet Providers in Columbia, Pennsylvania

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Home Internet in Columbia, PA
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Brightspeed
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 16%
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 98.8%
    Columbia speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. 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: 29.2%
  • 5. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 40.9%
  • 6. Brightspeed
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 84.2%
  • 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: 16%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Columbia, PA

In Columbia, Pennsylvania, Xfinity ranks as the top internet provider. It offers cable connections with download speeds up to 2 Gbps and covers 98.80% of the borough. Starting at $30 per month, Xfinity provides high-speed internet to nearly all residents, ideal for heavy internet users, large households, gamers, and those who stream high-definition content.

Brightspeed also serves Columbia with both DSL and fiber connections. Its maximum download speed is 100 Mbps, and it covers 61% of the borough. With prices starting at $49 per month, Brightspeed offers a good mix of speed and coverage, especially in fiber-accessible areas.

Viasat Internet uses satellite technology to cover 100% of Columbia. It offers a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps but starts at a higher price of $119.99 per month. While not the most economical option, Viasat is perfect for residents in rural parts where other internet types may be less reliable.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Brightspeed
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Xfinity
98.75%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Columbia, Pennsylvania

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 Columbia, PA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Columbia, PA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
31.009999999999998%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
98.7%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
1.22%

Internet Providers in Columbia, PA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 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 $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Brightspeed $29/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. DSL, Fiber
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
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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