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

Best Bel Air South Internet Service Providers

Bel Air South, MD has a total of 5 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 5 internet service options in Bel Air South. 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 South is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	98.8%
2	Verizon	Fiber	940 Mbps	880 Mbps	98.1%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	ALTIUS Communications	wireless	50 Mbps	50 Mbps	31.5%

Bel Air South 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 South 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 South are compared to Harford County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Maryland overall?
Average download speeds in Bel Air South of 32.3 Mbps are slower than the Harford County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Maryland.

Bel Air South Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 98.7% of the Bel Air South population
Fiber optic internet is available to 97.9% of Bel Air South residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Bel Air South, MD providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Bel Air South is 19.6% slower than the Harford County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Bel Air South is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
DSL internet is available to 31.6% of Bel Air South residents

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 South 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 Xfinity as the top provider for Bel Air South, Maryland.

Who has the fastest internet service in Bel Air South?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Bel Air South.

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

The following zip codes were used: 21009, 21014 and 21015

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

Click through to see how the Bel Air South broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Capitol Heights, District Heights, Elkridge, Frostburg, La Vale, Lanham, Union Bridge

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Bel Air South - Verizon.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Bel Air South, Maryland?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 98.8% of Bel Air South.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

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.

Bel Air South 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.