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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 13,595 recent tests, our research shows that Verizon customers have been getting 175 Mbps for download speeds and 91 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 May 29, 2023
ProviderDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
Verizon
DSL
Fiber
View Details →		175 Mbps91 Mbps11 ms
Xfinity
Cable
View Details →		142 Mbps18 Mbps10 ms
* Data from speed tests taken in the last 3 months

Internet Providers in Columbia, MD

Verizon

DSL
Fiber

Download Speed

175Mbps

Upload Speed

91Mbps

Latency

11ms

Overview

Verizon is the most popular provider in Columbia offering DSL and fiber internet service. Users have been getting 175 Mbps for download speeds and 91 Mbps for upload speeds over 13,595 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. 26% of users saw download speeds between 250-500 Mbps, and 31% of users saw upload speeds between 100-250 Mbps.

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Recent Verizon Speed Tests in Columbia

DateDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
May 28, 2023286 Mbps284 Mbps9 ms
May 28, 2023106 Mbps7 Mbpsn/a ms
May 28, 2023116 Mbps111 Mbps9 ms
May 28, 2023254 Mbps237 Mbpsn/a ms
May 28, 2023315 Mbps228 Mbps26 ms
May 28, 202343 Mbps43 Mbps7 ms
May 28, 202321 Mbps32 Mbps11 ms
May 28, 2023440 Mbps255 Mbps8 ms
May 28, 202360 Mbps115 Mbpsn/a ms
May 28, 202339 Mbps34 Mbps9 ms

Xfinity

Cable

Download Speed

142Mbps

Upload Speed

18Mbps

Latency

10ms

Overview

Xfinity is the 2nd most popular provider in Columbia offering cable internet service. Users have been getting 142 Mbps for download speeds and 18 Mbps for upload speeds over 7,330 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. 33% of users saw download speeds between 100-250 Mbps, and 57% of users saw upload speeds between 10-25 Mbps.

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Recent Xfinity Speed Tests in Columbia

DateDownload SpeedUpload SpeedLatency
May 28, 202360 Mbps5 Mbps12 ms
May 28, 2023119 Mbps17 Mbps18 ms
May 28, 2023183 Mbps3 Mbps12 ms
May 28, 202356 Mbps5 Mbps12 ms
May 28, 2023201 Mbps10 Mbps9 ms
May 28, 202354 Mbps12 Mbps8 ms
May 28, 2023130 Mbps23 Mbps9 ms
May 28, 202317 Mbps11 Mbps8 ms
May 28, 2023119 Mbps23 Mbps33 ms
May 28, 202377 Mbps19 Mbps7 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.