Internet providers in Amherst, MA

Internet in Amherst

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Amherst area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Amherst Residential Internet Coverage

Amherst is one of the many established communities in Massachusetts. This city is home to almost 40,000 people and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Whether you're a student, a growing family, or a new professional, you could find an Internet plan that suits you in Amherst.

All of Amherst enjoys service through Xfinity. Service stops right at the city limits in most parts of Amherst, so those on the outskirts of this city are outside the coverage area. Coverage reaches North Amherst, Hampshire College in the south, Amherst Center in the west, and East Village in the east.

Another option that's growing in this part of Massachusetts is Charter. Through Charter, those in the outlying communities of Amherst can choose affordable cable service. Some of the areas that fall into the Charter coverage area include Lawrence Swamp, the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, the western edge of North Amherst, and Mountain View Circle.

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Average download speed
214.73 Mbps

Average upload speed
21.22 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
15.18 ms

Average jitter
7.84 ms

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What is the best internet provider in Amherst?

Verizon Home Internet - Fast upload and download speeds
Viasat - Widely available
Xfinity - High speeds widely available

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Summary of Amherst internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
Verizon Home Internet	5G Home	300 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Viasat	Satellite	150 Mbps	3/5	View Plans for Viasat
Starlink	Satellite	220 Mbps	4.0/5	View Plans for Starlink
Xfinity	Cable	2000 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for Xfinity