Who is our top ranked provider in Bel Air MD? [Updated]

Best Bel Air Internet Service Providers

Bel Air, MD has a total of 3 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 3 internet service options in Bel Air. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Bel Air is Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings II. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings II	Cable	1000 Mbps	53 Mbps	96.3%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Bel Air MD Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Bel Air have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Bel Air are compared to Harford County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Maryland overall?
Average download speeds in Bel Air of 67.07 Mbps are faster than the Harford County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Maryland.

Bel Air Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 80.8% of Harford County residents
DSL internet is available to 0.0% of Bel Air residents
There are 3 residential internet providers in Bel Air, MD providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Bel Air is 107.2% faster than the average in Maryland and 107% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 0.0% of the Harford County population
The average internet download speed in Bel Air is 67.07 Mbps based upon 179224 measurements taken in the last 12 months

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Bel Air residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings II as the top provider for Bel Air, Maryland.

How do the internet speeds in Bel Air compare to other cities in Maryland?

Click through to see how the Bel Air broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Baltimore Highlands, Cavetown, Fountainhead Orchard Hills, Queen Anne, Westminster, Westphalia, Willards

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Bel Air, Maryland?

The following zip codes were used: 21014, 21015 and 21502

Who has the fastest internet service in Bel Air?

Acquisitions Cogeco Cable Holdings II with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Bel Air.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Bel Air, Maryland.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Bel Air Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.