In North Cambridge there are 9 residential internet providers covering 99.87% of the neighborhood. The average home can get speeds up to 1,888 Mbps. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers below. This does not influence rankings, and helps us provide high-quality detailed information for free.
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9 Internet Service Providers in North Cambridge
Data updated 11/14/2025, based on FCC data from 12/31/2024. This is the most current data available as of .
To avoid wasting your time, providers with less than 1% coverage in North Cambridge are not shown.
North Cambridge Satellite TV & Internet Providers
DISH Satellite TV
DIRECTV Satellite TV
Not sure whether to choose Dish or DIRECTV? For most people most of the time we recommend DISH. But click here to learn more.
Viasat Satellite Internet
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Internet service is available in 99.87% of North Cambridge. Using our interactive availability map, you can compare service areas for different providers, we include fiber, cable, DSL, or fixed wireless internet service for all providers who offer it. You will notice that some providers might be listed multiple times for each service. If you find no providers cover the location you're looking at, you can opt for satellite service. The most widely available provider is XFINITY. Now you can call companies in North Cambridge with more confidence that they might be available.
How fast are internet speeds in North Cambridge?
The map below shows maximum internet speeds by area in North Cambridge.
Internet Speed Key
The average North Cambridge home can get up to 1,888 Mbps on their internet plan. For most people, the fastest download speed in the neighborhood is 2,000 Mbps, which 84.79% of residents can get. Some homes and apartments do not have access to these speeds. On the slower end, for example, 12.32% of homes can only purchase plans up to 1,200 Mbps. See the internet provider details below for info about their speed and coverage in North Cambridge.
Internet speeds tend to be faster in the west parts of North Cambridge, and slower in the central areas of the neighborhood.
What type of internet should I choose in North Cambridge?
The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in North Cambridge you live. If speed is your main concern, cable will be the fastest internet in the neighborhood.
- Fiber is the fastest internet type for 16.37% of North Cambridge homes.
- Cable is fastest for 83.50% of the neighborhood.
- DSL is fastest for less than 1%.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for less than 1%.
- Satellite internet may be the only option for less than 1% of North Cambridge homes.
Internet Market Health in North Cambridge
Internet Competition Key
The map shows how competitive the North Cambridge internet service market is. Areas in green have more alternatives, areas in yellow have a few choices, and areas in red may have only one provider. More competition usually means faster speeds and better prices for you, the customer.
Below are quick facts on internet competition and market health in North Cambridge based on what connections the average home has availabile:
- Average number of internet service providers to a home: 6.3 (unhealthy)
- Average types of service (fiber, cable, DSL, etc): 2.4 (very unhealthy)
- Average providers with broadband (25 Mbps+) speeds: 6.3 (unhealthy)
Overall, competition is very unhealthy.
North Cambridge internet customers have the ability to buy internet service from 3 to 9 different providers, depending on where they live. For different types of service, North Cambridge homes have between 2 and 3 options. The type(s) of service available are fixed wireless, cable, and fiber, though these may vary depending on the region within the neighborhood.
When it comes to broadband download speeds faster than 25 Mbps, the situation is similar. North Cambridge internet customers who want faster speeds have between 3 and 9 choices of companies offering speeds up to or over 25 Mbps.
More internet companies with faster speeds means fewer monopolies and better prices for customers. In promoting a free market for internet, North Cambridge badly needs improvement.
TV & Internet Providers in Depth
Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in North Cambridge, along with details on where in North Cambridge and at what speeds.
XFINITY from Comcast Cable in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
XFINITY cable coverage
About 99.87%, or 19,704 people, have XFINITY cable internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire North Cambridge area. XFINITY is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of North Cambridge.
XFINITY from Comcast cable download speeds
XFINITY is the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other cable providers in the area, XFINITY cable is the fastest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from XFINITY goes up to 2,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 1,200 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for North Cambridge customers is up to 1,879 Mbps.
Show all download speeds
- 84.9% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 15.1% up to 1,200.0 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast cable upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for XFINITY cable. Compared to other ISPs, XFINITY is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other North Cambridge cable providers. XFINITY offers 3 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 2,000 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 35 Mbps. On average, XFINITY customers can get speeds up to 727 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 29.1% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 55.8% up to 250.0 Mbps
- 15.1% up to 35.0 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Astound Broadband cable coverage
About 32.30%, or 6,372 people, have Astound Broadband cable internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the southeast, northwest, east, north, and northeast North Cambridge area. Astound Broadband is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of North Cambridge.
Astound Broadband cable download speeds
Astound Broadband is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other cable providers in the area, Astound Broadband cable is the slowest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from Astound Broadband goes up to 1,500 Mbps, and all North Cambridge customers can get this speed.
Show all download speeds
- 100.0% up to 1,500.0 Mbps
Astound Broadband cable upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Astound Broadband cable. Compared to other ISPs, Astound Broadband is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the slowest compared to other North Cambridge cable providers. Astound Broadband offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 50 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 50.0 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast Fiber in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
XFINITY fiber coverage
About 26.61%, or 5,251 people, have XFINITY fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the south, northwest, west, and southwest North Cambridge area. XFINITY is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of North Cambridge.
XFINITY from Comcast fiber download speeds
XFINITY is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fiber providers in the area, XFINITY fiber is the fastest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from XFINITY goes up to 2,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 1,200 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for North Cambridge customers is up to 1,723 Mbps.
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- 65.4% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 34.6% up to 1,200.0 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast fiber upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for XFINITY fiber. Compared to other ISPs, XFINITY is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other North Cambridge fiber providers. XFINITY offers 3 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 2,000 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 35 Mbps. On average, XFINITY customers can get speeds up to 312 Mbps.
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- 7.8% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 57.6% up to 250.0 Mbps
- 34.6% up to 35.0 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
EarthLink fiber coverage
About 19.03%, or 3,754 people, have EarthLink fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the northwest, west, and north North Cambridge area. EarthLink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of North Cambridge.
EarthLink fiber download speeds
EarthLink is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fiber providers in the area, EarthLink fiber is below average. There are no different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from EarthLink goes up to 940 Mbps, and all North Cambridge customers can get this speed.
Show all download speeds
- 100.0% up to 940.0 Mbps
EarthLink fiber upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for EarthLink fiber. Compared to other ISPs, EarthLink is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and above average compared to other North Cambridge fiber providers. EarthLink offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 880 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 880.0 Mbps
Verizon Fiber in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Verizon fiber coverage
About 19.03%, or 3,754 people, have Verizon fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the northwest, west, and north North Cambridge area. Verizon is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of North Cambridge.
Verizon fiber download speeds
Verizon is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fiber providers in the area, Verizon fiber is below average. There are no different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from Verizon goes up to 940 Mbps, and all North Cambridge customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 940.0 Mbps
Verizon fiber upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Verizon fiber. Compared to other ISPs, Verizon is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and above average compared to other North Cambridge fiber providers. Verizon offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 880 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 880.0 Mbps
Starry Fiber in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Starry fiber coverage
About 10.49%, or 2,070 people, have Starry fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the south North Cambridge area. Starry is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a very small piece of North Cambridge.
Starry fiber download speeds
Starry is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fiber providers in the area, Starry fiber is the slowest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from Starry goes up to 500 Mbps, and all North Cambridge customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 500.0 Mbps
Starry fiber upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Starry fiber. Compared to other ISPs, Starry is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the slowest compared to other North Cambridge fiber providers. Starry offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 250 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 250.0 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless coverage
About 99.78%, or 19,687 people, have T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire North Cambridge area. T-Mobile Home Internet is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of North Cambridge.
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless download speeds
T-Mobile Home Internet is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless is below average. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from T-Mobile Home Internet goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for North Cambridge customers is up to 94 Mbps.
Show all download speeds
- 91.6% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 8.4% up to 25.0 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, T-Mobile Home Internet is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other North Cambridge fixed wireless providers. T-Mobile Home Internet offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, T-Mobile Home Internet customers can get speeds up to 19 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 91.6% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 8.4% up to 3.0 Mbps
Starry Fixed Wireless in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Starry fixed wireless coverage
About 88.43%, or 17,448 people, have Starry fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire North Cambridge area. Starry is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of North Cambridge.
Starry fixed wireless download speeds
Starry is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, Starry fixed wireless is above average. There are 3 different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from Starry goes up to 800 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 300 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for North Cambridge customers is up to 384 Mbps.
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- 5.5% up to 800.0 Mbps
- 28.1% up to 500.0 Mbps
- 66.4% up to 300.0 Mbps
Starry fixed wireless upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Starry fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, Starry is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other North Cambridge fixed wireless providers. Starry offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 250 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 100 Mbps. On average, Starry customers can get speeds up to 143 Mbps.
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- 28.7% up to 250.0 Mbps
- 71.3% up to 100.0 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
Verizon fixed wireless coverage
About 84.61%, or 16,693 people, have Verizon fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire North Cambridge area. Verizon is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in much of North Cambridge.
Verizon fixed wireless download speeds
Verizon is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, Verizon fixed wireless is the fastest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from Verizon goes up to 1,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 300 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for North Cambridge customers is up to 437 Mbps.
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- 19.6% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
- 80.4% up to 300.0 Mbps
Verizon fixed wireless upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Verizon fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, Verizon is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other North Cambridge fixed wireless providers. Verizon offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 75 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 20 Mbps. On average, Verizon customers can get speeds up to 31 Mbps.
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- 19.6% up to 75.0 Mbps
- 80.4% up to 20.0 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
EarthLink fixed wireless coverage
About 73.97%, or 14,595 people, have EarthLink fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the south, southeast, central, north, east, southwest, west, and northeast North Cambridge area. EarthLink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in much of North Cambridge.
EarthLink fixed wireless download speeds
EarthLink is one of the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, EarthLink fixed wireless is one of the slowest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from EarthLink goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for North Cambridge customers is up to 46 Mbps.
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- 28.0% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 72.0% up to 25.0 Mbps
EarthLink fixed wireless upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for EarthLink fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, EarthLink is one of the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the slowest compared to other North Cambridge fixed wireless providers. EarthLink offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, EarthLink customers can get speeds up to 7.8 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 28.0% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 72.0% up to 3.0 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in North Cambridge, Cambridge, MA
AT&T fixed wireless coverage
About 73.97%, or 14,595 people, have AT&T fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the south, southeast, central, north, east, southwest, west, and northeast North Cambridge area. AT&T is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in much of North Cambridge.
AT&T fixed wireless download speeds
AT&T is one of the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in North Cambridge. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, AT&T fixed wireless is one of the slowest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout North Cambridge. The fastest plan anyone in North Cambridge can order from AT&T goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for North Cambridge customers is up to 46 Mbps.
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- 28.0% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 72.0% up to 25.0 Mbps
AT&T fixed wireless upload speeds
In North Cambridge download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for AT&T fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, AT&T is one of the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and one of the slowest compared to other North Cambridge fixed wireless providers. AT&T offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in North Cambridge is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, AT&T customers can get speeds up to 7.8 Mbps.
Show all upload speeds
- 28.0% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 72.0% up to 3.0 Mbps
North Cambridge Internet by Area
This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to North Cambridge or any of the areas nearby.
How does internet in North Cambridge compare to the rest of Cambridge?
Internet speeds in North Cambridge are comparable versus the average speeds in Cambridge: 1,865 Mbps in Cambridge versus 1,888 Mbps in the neighborhood. The city has greater internet availability compared to the neighborhood. Average internet coverage in Cambridge is 82.77% versus 99.87% in North Cambridge.
What zip codes have widespread internet?
Internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around North Cambridge are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.
What does internet service look like in other neighborhoods?
Below are neighborhoods nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- Neighborhood Nine, Cambridge, MA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Avon Hill, Cambridge, MA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- West Somerville, Somerville, MA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Tufts, Somerville, MA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Ball Square, Somerville, MA: more internet coverage, slower speeds
- West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Spring Hill, Somerville, MA: more internet coverage, slower speeds
- Strawberry Hill, Cambridge, MA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Aggasiz-Harvard, Cambridge, MA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Arlington Center, Arlington, MA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
Neighborhoods with Similar Populations
- Upper Clinton Hill, Newark, NJ: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Drnag, San Bernardino, CA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Eads-Fisherville, Cordova, TN: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- East Arlington, Jacksonville, FL: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- East Central, Pasadena, CA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- East Garfield Park, Chicago, IL: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Sterling Ridge, The Woodlands, TX: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Tampa Palms, Tampa, FL: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Taylor Ranch, Albuquerque, NM: more internet coverage, slower speeds
- The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ: less internet coverage, faster speeds