Best Internet Providers in Somerville, MA
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Somerville, MA
Somerville has 8 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Somerville.
Ranks compare Somerville with the 749 US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Somerville, MA at a Glance
Somerville Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Astound Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Somerville ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Somerville, MA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Somerville based on 160 Massachusetts customer reviews, and Starry has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Somerville?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Somerville
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- Netafy - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Starry - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Starry - fiber coverage map
How Somerville Compares to Places Its Size
Somerville's report card score is tied 682nd of 749 and its connectivity index is tied 298th of 749.
| Measure | Somerville | Rank among US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people) | Middlesex County | Massachusetts | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 15.3% | 728th of 749 | 82.5% | 63.8% | 71.5% | Aloha, OR and Shawnee, KS (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 1,977 Mbps | Tied 662nd of 749 | 2,079 Mbps | 1,862 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Layton, UT (9,808 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.6 | Tied 353rd of 749 | 6.5 | 5.8 | 7.1 | Guaynabo, PR (14.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.3 | Tied 635th of 749 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Pacoima, CA and Spring Valley, NY (4.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 31% | Tied 30th of 749 | 24% | 18% | 15% | Danville, CA and Potomac, MD and 2 more (39%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 115th of 749 | 97% | 96% | 96% | Atascocita, TX and Eastvale, CA and 8 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 95% | Tied 183rd of 749 | 95% | 93% | 91% | Centreville, VA and Danville, CA and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 86% | Tied 120th of 749 | 86% | 82% | 76% | Flower Mound, TX and Johns Creek, GA and 1 more (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 91% | Tied 109th of 749 | 89% | 84% | 81% | Sammamish, WA (99%) |
| Median household income | $138,746 | 89th of 749 | $143,845 | $118,000 | $93,246 | Potomac, MD ($227,882) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 297th of 749 | 17% | 17% | 16% | East Lansing, MI (58%) |
Fiber reaches 15.3% of homes in Somerville, against 82.5% across Middlesex County and 63.8% across Massachusetts. Households in Somerville are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 31% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $138,746 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Somerville
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Somerville?
Astound Broadband Fiber in Somerville, MA
Availability:
6.5%
Customer Rating:
(20)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 6.5% of Somerville homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in Somerville, MA
Availability:
5.4%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,488 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 5.4% of Somerville homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 1,488 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,426 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Somerville from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Somerville, MA
Availability:
5.4%
Customer Rating:
(452)
Avg. Download Speed
1,488 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 5.4% of Somerville homes. Across the city, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 1,488 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,426 Mbps throughout the city. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Somerville from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Somerville, MA
Availability:
2.3%
Customer Rating:
(298)
Avg. Download Speed
1,982 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 2.3% of Somerville homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,982 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 1,467 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Somerville from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Starry Fiber in Somerville, MA
Availability:
1.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
377 Mbps
Starry offers Fiber service to 1.7% of Somerville homes. Across the city, Starry Fiber has speeds up to 377 Mbps, with speeds from 200 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 500, with an average of 189 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Somerville?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Somerville, MA
Availability:
97.4%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
85 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.4% of Somerville homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 85 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 17 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Somerville, MA
Availability:
96.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.2% of Somerville homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 40 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 6.4 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Somerville, MA
Availability:
96.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.2% of Somerville homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 40 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 6.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Netafy Fixed Wireless in Somerville, MA
Availability:
91.6%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
607 Mbps
Netafy offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.6% of Somerville homes. Across the city, Netafy Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 607 Mbps, with speeds from 476 Mpbs up to 641 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 106 and as high as 143, with an average of 135 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Somerville, MA
Availability:
88.1%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
596 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.1% of Somerville homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 596 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 44 Mbps throughout the city.
Starry Fixed Wireless in Somerville, MA
Availability:
64.0%
Customer Rating:
(25)
Avg. Download Speed
315 Mbps
Starry offers Fixed Wireless service to 64.0% of Somerville homes. Across the city, Starry Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 315 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 800 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 250, with an average of 102 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Somerville?
XFINITY Cable in Somerville, MA
Availability:
98.7%
Customer Rating:
(2074)
Avg. Download Speed
1,952 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 98.7% of Somerville homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,952 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 729 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Somerville from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Cable in Somerville, MA
Availability:
94.0%
Customer Rating:
(96)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 94.0% of Somerville homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Somerville?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Somerville, MA.
Internet in Somerville by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 1.2% of homes in Tufts to 55.5% in West Somerville; by ZIP code, from 11.3% in 02145 to 17.5% in 02144. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Somerville
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill | 15,126 | 14.5% | 1,983 Mbps | 7.7 | C+ | 76/100 |
| Winter Hill | 14,697 | 12.9% | 1,974 Mbps | 7.4 | C+ | 79/100 |
| Union Square | 11,329 | 21.2% | 1,978 Mbps | 7.9 | B- | 71/100 |
| Ball Square | 6,826 | 8.7% | 1,975 Mbps | 7.5 | C+ | 81/100 |
| West Somerville | 5,963 | 55.5% | 2,022 Mbps | 8.3 | B | 66/100 |
| Tufts | 5,277 | 1.2% | 2,004 Mbps | 7.1 | C+ | 95/100 |
| East Somerville | 4,329 | 4.8% | 1,925 Mbps | 6.8 | C+ | 75/100 |
| Ten Hills | 4,236 | 10.2% | 1,910 Mbps | 7.5 | C+ | 82/100 |
ZIP codes in Somerville
How Somerville Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Somerville that have their own pages are all within 4 miles. Among them, Belmont has the most homes with fiber (99.9%) and Cambridge the fewest (11.4%); Somerville has 15.3%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerville (this page) | 84,487 | 15.3% | 1,977 Mbps | 7.6 | C+ | 77/100 |
| Cambridge | 116,373 | 11.4% | 1,940 Mbps | 6.1 | C | 74/100 |
| Malden | 66,318 | 97.8% | 2,213 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 78/100 |
| Medford | 58,045 | 95.5% | 2,212 Mbps | 7.8 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Everett | 49,192 | 98.6% | 2,222 Mbps | 8.4 | A- | 72/100 |
| Arlington | 46,272 | 99.3% | 2,247 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 82/100 |
| Chelsea | 40,809 | 29.9% | 2,005 Mbps | 6 | C+ | 55/100 |
| Belmont | 26,443 | 99.9% | 2,222 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 87/100 |
| Allston | 23,325 | 96.3% | 1,980 Mbps | 8.8 | A- | 73/100 |
| Charlestown | 19,245 | 75.6% | 1,765 Mbps | 8.1 | B | 72/100 |
| Watertown | 896 | 100.0% | 2,131 Mbps | 5.7 | B+ | 86/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Somerville?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, XFINITY from Comcast should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Somerville
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Starry | 1,000 |
| Netafy | 641 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Somerville Internet Providers
Based on 160 reviews from Massachusetts internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Somerville residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Massachusetts, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 97.4% coverage in Somerville.
At a national level, based on 4742 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Starry is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.24 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Somerville Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Somerville, Massachusetts, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Somerville Overall | Massachusetts Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) |  (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) | (10) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (2) |  (5) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (100) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Netafy | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Somerville
Based on data reported by Somerville ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Somerville. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,952 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Somerville Speed | Massachusetts Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound Broadband | (2) | (5) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (100) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) | (10) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Netafy | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Somerville?
Of the providers in Somerville, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Somerville where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Massachusetts or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 4.50 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. XFINITY from Comcast is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Somerville, Massachusetts, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Somerville
| ISP / Tech Type | Somerville Affordability | Massachusetts Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (1) | (100) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) | (10) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (2) | (5) | (120) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Netafy | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Massachusetts
Customer Reviews
Cade M.
Astound Broadband Cable
March 09, 2026 Using Astound was a breath of fresh air after the trouble I had with Xfinity when I moved. Astound was easy, responsive, and quick. They came right away and got me online within a few minutes, and at a better price. I've been using Astound Broadband for two years now, my internet has been fast and affordable, and I've never had any issues with outages or making payments.
A Somerville, MA Customer
Astound Broadband Cable
November 11, 2024 We only have two internet options in our area: RCN and Comcast. RCN is marginally better to deal with as a customer, but their pricing is still opaque and their presentation of that pricing is often deceptive. However, their contract terms are better than those of Comcast.
A Cambridge, MA Customer
XFINITY Cable
April 08, 2023 Pl
Verizon
November 11, 2026 Verizon is hands down the worst company I’ve ever had to deal with. Their service is shit, the prices are obscene and their customer service couldn’t possibly be more useless than it is
A Lynn, MA Customer
AT&T Fiber
June 05, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Somerville?
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 Somerville is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Somerville is AT&T.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Somerville, available to 98.7% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.