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Internet Speeds in Columbia, MD

Residents of Columbia have 2 internet providers to choose from. The most popular provider is Verizon, which offers DSL and fiber internet service. Over 14,159 recent tests, our research shows that Verizon customers have been getting 259 Mbps for download speeds and 107 Mbps for upload speeds. In addition to Verizon, cable internet service is also available from Xfinity.

While these are the real speeds we have been seeing in recent tests, there are many factors that affect download and upload speeds, so your actual service may differ.

Last updated on March 18, 2024
ProviderDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
Verizon
DSL
Fiber
View Details →		259 Mbps107 Mbps12 ms
Xfinity
Cable
View Details →		187 Mbps20 Mbps10 ms
* Data from speed tests taken in the last 3 months

Internet Providers in Columbia, MD

Verizon

DSL
Fiber

Download Speed

259Mbps

Upload Speed

107Mbps

Latency

12ms

Overview

Verizon is the most popular provider in Columbia offering DSL and fiber internet service. Users have been getting 259 Mbps for download speeds and 107 Mbps for upload speeds over 14,159 recent tests.

Performance Breakdown

Verizon has the fastest average download speed, the fastest average upload speed, and the 2nd lowest latency out of all of the providers in Columbia. 32% of users saw download speeds between 250-500 Mbps, and 34% of users saw upload speeds between 100-250 Mbps.

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Recent Verizon Speed Tests in Columbia

DateDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
March 16, 2024821 Mbps30 Mbps10 ms
March 16, 202418 Mbps12 Mbps15 ms
March 16, 2024845 Mbps197 Mbps9 ms
March 16, 2024401 Mbps251 Mbps242 ms
March 16, 2024110 Mbps85 Mbps18 ms
March 16, 2024117 Mbps120 Mbps265 ms
March 16, 2024299 Mbps296 Mbps17 ms
March 16, 2024571 Mbps122 Mbps19 ms
March 16, 202428 Mbps22 Mbps12 ms
March 16, 202432 Mbps29 Mbps12 ms

Xfinity

Cable

Download Speed

187Mbps

Upload Speed

20Mbps

Latency

10ms

Overview

Xfinity is the 2nd most popular provider in Columbia offering cable internet service. Users have been getting 187 Mbps for download speeds and 20 Mbps for upload speeds over 10,552 recent tests.

Performance Breakdown

Xfinity has the 2nd fastest average download speed, the 2nd fastest average upload speed, and the lowest latency out of all of the providers in Columbia. 31% of users saw download speeds between 100-250 Mbps, and 54% of users saw upload speeds between 10-25 Mbps.

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Recent Xfinity Speed Tests in Columbia

DateDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
March 16, 202480 Mbps24 Mbps11 ms
March 16, 202458 Mbps11 Mbps8 ms
March 16, 2024337 Mbps65 Mbps12 ms
March 16, 2024707 Mbps39 Mbps8 ms
March 16, 202454 Mbps2 Mbps12 ms
March 16, 2024119 Mbps18 Mbps9 ms
March 16, 2024207 Mbps1 Mbps11 ms
March 16, 202430 Mbps12 Mbps9 ms
March 16, 2024120 Mbps18 Mbps9 ms
March 16, 2024119 Mbps23 Mbps8 ms

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Frequently Asked Questions

What internet providers are available in Columbia, MD?

Verizon and Xfinity currently operate in Columbia.

What is the most popular internet provider in Columbia, MD?

Verizon is currently the most popular internet provider in Columbia based on the number of speed tests in the last 3 months.

What is the fastest internet provider in Columbia, MD?

The fastest internet provider for you is going to differ based on your needs, and which providers actually serve your home. However, when it comes to the real speeds users in Columbia are getting, Verizon provides the fastest download speeds and Verizon provides the fastest upload speeds.

Is there fiber internet in Columbia, MD?

Verizon provides fiber internet in Columbia.