Best Internet Providers in Sterling, MA
All 6 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Sterling, MA
Sterling has 6 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 Sterling.
Ranks compare Sterling with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Sterling, MA at a Glance
Sterling Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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Customer Rating
Cable
EarthLink
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Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
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Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
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Customer Rating
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 Sterling ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Sterling, MA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Sterling based on 163 Massachusetts customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet 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 Sterling?
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.
How Sterling Compares to Places Its Size
Sterling's report card score is in the bottom 16% and its connectivity index is in the top 7%.
| Measure | Sterling | Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people | Worcester County | Massachusetts | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 0.9% | bottom 9% | 52.7% | 63.8% | 71.5% | 1,056 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 1,547 Mbps | top 48% | 1,360 Mbps | 1,862 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.2 | bottom 24% | 5.1 | 5.8 | 7.1 | McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.5 | top 45% | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 | St. George, GA (6.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 20% | top 11% | 16% | 18% | 15% | Indian Springs, NV (76%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | top 10% | 96% | 96% | 96% | 515 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 96% | top 9% | 93% | 93% | 91% | 115 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 88% | top 5% | 81% | 82% | 76% | Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 90% | top 9% | 83% | 84% | 81% | 12 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $134,550 | top 7% | $106,310 | $118,000 | $93,246 | 16 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | top 33% | 17% | 17% | 16% | University Park, PA (95%) |
Fiber reaches 0.9% of homes in Sterling, against 52.7% across Worcester County and 63.8% across Massachusetts. Households in Sterling are smaller than the US average (2.5 people against 2.7); 20% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $134,550 (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 Sterling
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Sterling?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in Sterling, MA.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Sterling?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Sterling, MA
Availability:
93.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.6% of Sterling homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 75 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 14 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Sterling, MA
Availability:
76.8%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
28 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.8% of Sterling homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 28 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 3.7 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Sterling, MA
Availability:
76.8%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
28 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.8% of Sterling homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 28 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 3.7 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Sterling, MA
Availability:
71.7%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
226 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 71.7% of Sterling homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 226 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Sterling?
XFINITY Cable in Sterling, MA
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,547 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 100.0% of Sterling homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,547 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 299 Mbps throughout the city.
Spectrum Cable in Sterling, MA
Availability:
3.6%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 3.6% of Sterling homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Sterling?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Sterling, MA.
Internet in Sterling by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Sterling has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Sterling
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Sterling
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01564 | 7,552 | 0.2% | 1,547 Mbps | 4.2 | D+ | 82/100 |
How Sterling Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Sterling that have their own pages are all within 7 miles. Among them, Leominster has the most homes with fiber (98.7%) and Clinton the fewest (0.2%); Sterling has 0.9%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling (this page) | 7,560 | 0.9% | 1,547 Mbps | 4.2 | D+ | 82/100 |
| Leominster | 43,686 | 98.7% | 2,228 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Clinton | 15,478 | 0.2% | 1,981 Mbps | 4.2 | C- | 71/100 |
| West Boylston | 7,641 | 42.4% | 1,294 Mbps | 5.2 | C | 70/100 |
| Lancaster | 5,958 | 13.8% | 1,990 Mbps | 4.9 | C | 87/100 |
| Boylston | 4,830 | 92.6% | 1,026 Mbps | 6 | B- | 82/100 |
| Jefferson | 4,643 | 29.2% | 1,175 Mbps | 4.4 | C- | 90/100 |
| Princeton | 3,042 | 97.9% | 1,003 Mbps | 3.7 | C+ | 91/100 |
| Ponakin Mill | 939 | 87.9% | 2,264 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 63/100 |
| West Sterling | 819 | 49.0% | 1,359 Mbps | 3.7 | C- | 85/100 |
| Morningdale | 229 | 95.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.5 | B- | 83/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Sterling?
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 Sterling
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Sterling Internet Providers
Based on 163 reviews from Massachusetts internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Sterling 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 93.6% coverage in Sterling.
At a national level, based on 6552 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Sterling Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Sterling, Massachusetts, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Sterling Overall | Massachusetts Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (0) |  (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (18) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) |  (100) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Sterling
Based on data reported by Sterling 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 Sterling. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,547 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 | Sterling Speed | Massachusetts Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (100) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (18) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Sterling?
Of the providers in Sterling, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Sterling 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. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.50 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Sterling, Massachusetts, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Sterling
| ISP / Tech Type | Sterling Affordability | Massachusetts Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (18) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (100) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Massachusetts
Customer Reviews
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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
Jen V.
Crossroads Fiber
June 16, 2026 Chicopee fiber has been a god send. The people who came in to install the fiber were very professional. My only complaint was that it took two weeks to get an appointment. The service itself if very reliable. We have yet to have an outage but our connection speeds and coverage areas have been very consistent. Lastly the price point is spot on and I like not having to have cable as we don't use that.
A Lynn, MA Customer
AT&T Fiber
June 05, 2026 A Medfield, MA Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 24, 2026 Morgan R.
Verizon Fiber
May 17, 2026 As a busy mom juggling freelance work and keeping up with two energetic kids, reliable internet is non-negotiable in our Boston home. We've been with Verizon Fios for years, and honestly, it's been a lifesaver. The speed is consistently fantastic, which means smooth video calls for my editing work and no buffering when the kids are streaming their favorite shows. Plus, with some of the "insider tips" I've picked up over time, I feel like we're getting incredible value for the robust service we receive. It just makes life so much easier when you don't have to worry about your internet connection dropping out.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Sterling?
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 Sterling 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 Sterling is AT&T.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Sterling, available to 100.0% 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.