7 Best Internet Providers in 21904, MD

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Above are the top 4 providers in 21904, MD for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your zip.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in 21904, MD?

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 21904, Maryland, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in 21904

Local, State, and National Ratings for all 21904 Internet Providers

Based on 0 reviews from Maryland internet customers, is the best internet service provider for 21904 residents. was rated at an average of out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.

At a national level, based on 0 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 21904?

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 21904

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	EarthLink	2,048 Mbps
	Verizon	2,048 Mbps
	XFINITY from Comcast	1,200 Mbps
	Atlantic Broadband	1,000 Mbps
	Armstrong	1,000 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 21904

Based on data reported by 21904 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 1,200 Mbps in 21904. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,194 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with . This indicates reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 21904?

Maryland customers rate as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

received a local rating of out of 5, which is the average across all internet providers in the country.

The chart and graph below show how customers in 21904, Maryland, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in 21904

21904 Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the zip and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for 21904 below, including the metrics used and how 21904 compares to the rest of Maryland and nation.

21904 ISP Report Card: C-

	Metric (hover for details)	21904	Maryland	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 21904 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	28.52%	75.50%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	1,222 Mbps	2,041 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for 21904.	3.4	6.0	6.8

 

21904 Digital Connectivity Index: 69 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	21904	Maryland	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a zip indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	2.5	2.7	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	11%	17%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	96%	96%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	94%	92%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	76%	80%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	77%	81%	76%

21904 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in 21904 is C-, which is better than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 21904 is high with a score of 69 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 21904 have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.

The 21904 ISP Report Card evaluates the zip on availability and speed metrics compared to other zip codes in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a zip needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

94% of 21904 households have an internet connection despite having 99.02% availability. 76% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 4% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 1% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 76% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 77% subscribe to it. A large amount of 21904 residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Zip Codes Compare to 21904?

How Much Speed does a 21904 Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 21904 is 2.5, which is smaller than the Maryland average of 2.7 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. 21904's average household income is $85,160 which is lower than the Maryland average of $115,317 and higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.

21904 also has 16% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Maryland average of 17%. Additionally, 11% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 17% of residents in Maryland who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of 21904 has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, 21904 households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 85% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 21904?

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Which ISP Should You Choose in 21904?

The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:

• The best all-around internet service provider in 21904 is .
• The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in 21904 is .
• Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in 21904, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does 21904 compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how 21904 stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to 21904's C- ISP Report Card and 69 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.

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