Internet Providers in Middlebury, VT

Over 99 people in Middlebury 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
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#2

Xfinity

85.35% 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

98.11% availability
Viasat logo

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#4

HughesNet

97.1% 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 Middlebury, VT

#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 Middlebury

Waitsfield-Fayston Telephone Company's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Middlebury, 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 starting around $99/mo.

Xfinity cable internet is the next-best option in Middlebury 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.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Middlebury. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 1 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Middlebury?

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Middlebury, VT, with download speeds up to 1 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 85.35% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps85.35%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps98.11%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps97.10%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Middlebury?

Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the cheapest internet in Middlebury starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 425 Mbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Middlebury?

Middlebury has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

0.67%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. Waitsfield-Fayston Telephone Company is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

92.31%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 85.35%, Cyberonic covers 0.00%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

93.67%

Waitsfield-Fayston Telephone Company, max 50 Mbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

98.38%

No contracts or data caps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet leads at 86.10%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

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

Middlebury, VT - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Middlebury, VT has a total of 13 internet providers including  6 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 6 DSL providers, 6 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Middlebury, VT by Coverage Area

All 13 internet providers serving Middlebury by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 7 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.King Street Wireless1 Mbps~Fixed Wireless98.38%
2.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.11%
3.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone97.10%
4.FairPoint Communications30 Mbps15 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless93.66%
5.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
6.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone85.35%
7.Sovernet Communications16 Mbps2 MbpsFiber / DSL26.96%
8.Otelco 40 Mbps3 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL24.83%
9.North Branch Networks6 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless0.87%
10.Waitsfield-Fayston Telephone Company50 Mbps25 MbpsFiber / DSL0.67%
11.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
12.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
13.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Middlebury?

Yes. Middlebury 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 Middlebury

HughesNet is the best internet provider in Middlebury, VT, 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 13 internet providers in Middlebury, VT. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet 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.

Xfinity has the fastest speeds in Middlebury, 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 Middlebury yet. Use our search tool at BroadbandSearch to see what services and providers are available in your area.

Yes. Middlebury 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 Middlebury, 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 Middlebury. 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 Middlebury is 21 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 Middlebury, VT.

Viasat, HughesNet, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, and Xfinity offer internet in Middlebury, VT.

  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Middlebury

Cornwall Free Public
2629 Rte. 30
Middlebury, VT 05753
(802) 462-2775
Ilsley Public
75 Main St.
Middlebury, VT 05753
(802) 388-4095

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