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Internet Providers in Scranton, Pennsylvania

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Home Internet in Scranton, PA
  • Provider
    • Verizon
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • ICON
    • Skypacket
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 55.8%
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.7%
    Scranton 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: 41.2%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 27.2%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 41.2%
  • 8. ICON
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 90.8%
  • 9. Skypacket
    Speeds Up To
    25 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 70.5%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Scranton, PA

Xfinity dominates Scranton, Pennsylvania's internet landscape with cable connections covering an impressive 99.70% of the area. Users can enjoy speeds up to 2 Gbps, ideal for gamers, streamers, and households with heavy internet usage. At a starting price of $30 per month, Xfinity offers a combination of speed, coverage, and affordability, ensuring nearly all residents have access to fast and reliable internet. This vast reach and high performance make Xfinity a strong contender in the city.

Verizon follows with 5G internet and DSL options, offering maximum download speeds of 50 Mbps, suitable for browsing, streaming, and occasional gaming. Starting at $40 per month, Verizon covers 66.50% of Scranton. Although it doesn't match Xfinity's extensive coverage, its fixed wireless service spans 97% of the area. Verizon’s unique 5G connection appeals to customers seeking variety in their internet technology. Despite more limited coverage, Verizon remains a solid alternative within its service zones.

Best Internet Providers in Scranton, PA

The top internet service provider in Scranton is Xfinity, which is available in 99.7 percent of the city and offers a cable internet connection. Customers can sign up for Xfinity cable internet plans starting at $30 per month, with the ability to send and receive data at speeds up to 2 Gbps.

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
  • Skypacket
70.5%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Verizon
  • Xfinity
99.72999999999999%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Scranton, 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 Scranton, PA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Scranton, PA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
14.92%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.66000000000001%

Internet Providers in Scranton, PA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps 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 $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
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
Skypacket $65/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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