Internet Providers in Durham, NH

Over 155 people in Durham found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#2

Xfinity

91.8% availability
Xfinity logo

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!

#3

Viasat

98.47% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

HughesNet

97.94% 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.

#5

Starlink

97% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite
Speed up to:

400 Mbps

User Review:

(2978)

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Fast Satellite Internet available almost anywhere on Earth.

Television Only Providers in Durham, NH

#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 Durham

Home to the University of New Hampshire, Durham feels more like a small city than a college town. Since the town follows the Oyster River and is threaded by Route 4, the main commercial strip and student housing are where most wired networks land. Cable service is widely available in downtown Durham and along Route 4, while 5G home and satellite options are concentrated in outlying neighborhoods and the more rural Madbury Road corridor. That means students and local businesses near the campus usually get solid download speeds for streaming and large file transfers, but uploads and consistently low latency are better where business-class fiber or new builds reach the street, and farther out residents often depend on wireless or satellite service that varies with weather and tower line-of-sight.

In Durham, internet competition varies by neighborhood, but most residents have multiple options to choose from. After reviewing provider availability, plan pricing, typical speeds, and customer sentiment across the 25 areas we track, here are our top recommendations for 2026.

HughesNet is the standout pick if it is available at your address. With speeds up to 100 Mbps, it is often the best option for gaming, remote work, and busy households with many users and connected devices. Availability has expanded across parts of Durham, so it is worth checking your exact address first.

Viasat is usually the most widely available choice in Durham and a strong option when you need a reliable connection. Its network reaches approximately 98% of Durham, with speeds up to 150 Mbps and plans starting around $49.99/mo, making it the most accessible option for many residents. In neighborhoods where HughesNet is not offered yet, Viasat is often the best overall mix of speed and price.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet can be a strong third option if you would rather keep things simple, with straightforward pricing around $39.95/mo and fewer stipulations.

Coverage reaches roughly 86% of Durham, and speeds range between 50 Mbps and 100 Mbps, which is enough for streaming, video calls, and everyday home use. It can be a great fit in parts of Durham where signal strength is strong.

a DSL provider or Viasat may still offer service in parts of Durham, if none of these are available at your address, with speeds up to 400 Mbps. Since promotions change often, it is always smart to check current deals before you order.

What is the fastest internet provider in Durham?

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Durham, NH, with download speeds up to 1 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 91.8% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps91.80%
StarlinkSatellite400 Mbps44 Mbps97.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.47%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 Mbps86.10%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.94%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Durham?

Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the cheapest internet in Durham starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 100 Mbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Starlink$55.00Up to 400 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 100 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Durham?

Durham has 3 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Cable

89.65%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 91.80%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

88.44%

FirstLight Fiberis available. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps), Starlink (400 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Durham residents.

Durham, NH - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Durham, NH has a total of 7 internet providers including  2 Cable providers, 3 DSL providers and 3 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Durham, NH by Coverage Area

All 7 internet providers serving Durham by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 4 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.47%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.94%
3.Starlink400 Mbps44 MbpsSatellite97.00%
4.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone91.80%
5.Earthlink 5G Home Internet100 Mbps55 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile / 5G Home Internet86.10%
6.FirstLight Fiber~~Fiber / DSL~
7.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Durham?

Yes. Durham 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Durham

HughesNet is the best internet provider in Durham, NH, based on speed and pricing. It's Satellite and Phone internet reaches speeds up to 100 Mbps, and plans start at $74.99*. 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 7 internet providers in Durham, NH. Residents have a variety of service options, including cable, DSL and satellite.

HughesNet offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $74.99*. 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.

Xfinity has the fastest speeds in Durham, with a top download speed of 1 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.

No, fiber internet is not available in Durham yet. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

Yes. Durham residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. 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 Durham, 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 Durham. 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 Durham is 29 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 Durham, NH.

Viasat, HughesNet, Starlink, Xfinity, and Earthlink 5G Home Internet offer internet in Durham, NH.

  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Starlink: Offers speeds up to 400 Mbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Durham

Durham Public Library
7 Mill Road Unit H
Durham, NH 03824
(603) 868-6699

How We Research Internet Providers

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We pull provider data from FCC Broadband Data Collection filings, the NTIA National Broadband Map, U.S. Census Bureau data, and direct provider disclosures.

Coverage

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

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