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Internet Providers in Rowley, MA

Over 21 people in Rowley 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

97.43% 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

99.9% 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

81.06% 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

95.13% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

HughesNet

97.53% 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 Rowley, MA

#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 Rowley

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Rowley, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $39.95 and $99/mo.

Xfinity cable internet is the next-best option in Rowley for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 1 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $50/mo.

Verizon 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Rowley. Plans start around $69/mo, with typical speeds around 11 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Rowley?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Rowley, MA, 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 Gbps150 Mbps99.90%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps97.43%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps81.06%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps95.13%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.53%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Rowley?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Rowley starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/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
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Rowley?

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

Fiber

97.17%

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

Cable

96.96%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 81.06%, Cyberonic covers 97.43%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

96.13%

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 Rowley residents.

Rowley, MA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Rowley, MA has a total of 10 internet providers including  5 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 3 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Rowley, MA by Coverage Area

All 10 internet providers serving Rowley by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 5 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Verizon Fios Fiber2 Gbps150 MbpsFiber99.90%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.53%
3.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone97.43%
4.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless97.43%
5.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone95.13%
6.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
7.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone81.06%
8.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
9.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
10.USAi.net~~Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Rowley?

Yes. Rowley 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rowley

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Rowley, MA, 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 10 internet providers in Rowley, MA. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. 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 Rowley, 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 Rowley. 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. Rowley 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. 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 Rowley, 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 Rowley. 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 Rowley is 37 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 Rowley, MA.

Verizon Fios Fiber, HughesNet, Verizon, Viasat, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in Rowley, MA.

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

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Free wireless internet access points in Rowley

Rowley Public Library
141 Main St.
Rowley, MA 01969
(978) 948-2850

How We Research Internet Providers

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