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Internet Providers in Silver Spring, MD

Over 1,072 people in Silver Spring found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

92.36% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Verizon

96.43% availability
Verizon logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2718)

Fios customers get upload speeds as fast as their download speeds.

#3

Verizon Fios Fiber

88.6% availability
Verizon Fios Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2976)

Compare Verizon Fios Internet Plans with speeds up to 1Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.

#4

Xfinity

85.8% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#5

Viasat

96.7% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

RCN

86.49% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

155 Mbps

User Review:

(2629)

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Award-winning, high-speed internet service with super fast speeds up to 155 Mbps.

#7

HughesNet

97.57% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Silver Spring, MD

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Silver Spring

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Silver Spring, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Silver Spring, you will see speed tiers from 1 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $29.99-$99/mo range.

Xfinity is a solid choice in Silver Spring, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Silver Spring and can support most households with speeds up to 1 Gbps and plans starting at $29.99/mo.

Verizon offers 5G home internet plans starting at $69/mo, and delivers speeds from 1 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Silver Spring.

What is the fastest internet provider in Silver Spring?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Silver Spring, MD, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 92.36% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps92.36%
Verizon Fios FiberFiber2 Gbps940 Mbps88.60%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps96.43%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps85.80%
RCNFiber / Cable / Television / Phone155 Mbps15 Mbps86.49%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps96.70%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.57%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Silver Spring?

RCN offers the cheapest internet in Silver Spring starting at $29.99/month with speeds up to 155 Mbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Verizon Fios Fiber$69.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon$69.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
RCN$29.99Up to 155 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Silver Spring?

Silver Spring has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

91.41%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

95.20%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 85.80%, RCN covers 86.49%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

74.59%

Verizon, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Silver Spring residents.

Silver Spring, MD - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Silver Spring, MD has a total of 19 internet providers including  11 Fiber providers, 3 Cable providers, 10 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Silver Spring, MD by Coverage Area

All 19 internet providers serving Silver Spring by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 10 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.57%
2.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone96.70%
3.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone96.43%
4.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless96.43%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
6.Verizon Fios Fiber2 Gbps940 MbpsFiber88.60%
7.RCN155 Mbps15 MbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone86.49%
8.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone85.80%
9.Global Capacity8 Mbps1 MbpsDSL11.18%
10.Birch Communications1 Mbps~Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.62%
11.Vector Data Systems~~Fixed Wireless~
12.Atlantech Online~~Fiber / DSL~
13.Allied Telecom Group~~Fiber / DSL~
14.Broadview Networks~~DSL~
15.Cavalier Telephone~~Fiber / DSL~
16.XO Communications~~DSL / Fixed Wireless~
17.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
18.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
19.Zayo Group~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Silver Spring?

Yes. Silver Spring residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

Provider Program

Verizon Forward

Up to $30 off/mo for eligible Fios or 5G home for qualifying households. Verizon Forward includes 12 months of job resources & skills training.

Provider Program

Astound Broadband Internet First

$9.95/mo for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Astound Broadband Internet First includes modem & Wi-Fi and no contracts or install fees.

Frequently Asked Questions about Silver Spring

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Silver Spring, MD, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 19 internet providers in Silver Spring, MD. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL and satellite.

RCN offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $29.99. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Silver Spring, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Silver Spring. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Silver Spring residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Verizon Forward has eligible Fios or 5G home with up to $30 off/mo. Astound Broadband Internet First offers $9.95/mo for 50 Mbps. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Silver Spring, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Silver Spring. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Silver Spring is 135 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Silver Spring, MD.

HughesNet, Viasat, Verizon, EarthLink Fiber, and Verizon Fios Fiber offer internet in Silver Spring, MD.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Verizon: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Verizon Fios Fiber: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Silver Spring

Long Branch Library
8800 Garland Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(240) 777-0910
Silver Spring Branch Library
8901 Colesville Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(240) 773-9420
Wheaton Branch Library
11701 Georgia Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20902
(240) 777-0678
White Oak Branch Library
11701 New Hampshire Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 622-2492

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Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

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