Croom, Maryland Broadband Internet Service
Croom, MD has a total of 4 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 4 internet service options in Croom. 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 Croom is Verizon. A summary of all the results:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Verizon | Fiber | 940 Mbps | 880 Mbps | 90.3% |
2 | Xfinity | Cable | 987 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 65.7% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Croom MD Internet Access Options
More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Croom which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:
Broadband Internet Speeds
For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Croom of 7.19 Mbps are slower than the Prince Georges County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Maryland.
Croom Internet Access Facts
DSL internet is available to 62.3% of Croom residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Croom, MD providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Croom is 0.2% slower than the average in Maryland and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 0.0% of the Prince Georges County population
The average internet download speed in Croom is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 64.5% of the Croom population
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 Croom 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 Verizon as the top provider for Croom, Maryland.
Who has the fastest internet service in Croom?
Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Croom.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Croom, Maryland?
The following zip codes were used: 20613, 20623 and 20772
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Croom internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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25+ Mbps | 1-2 devices | Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming |
100+ Mbps | 3-5 devices | Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming |
1000+ Mbps | 6+ devices | Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming |
How do the internet speeds in Croom compare to other cities in Maryland?
Click through to see how the Croom broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Brentwood, Delmar, Elkridge, Hurlock, Marlboro Village, Randallstown, Smithsburg
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Croom - 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 Croom, Maryland?
Verizon provides broadband internet service to 90.3% of Croom.
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.
Croom 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.

Xfinity
- 260+ channels
- Award winning voice remote
- Customize your plan
- Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app

DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR

Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices

YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons

DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app

fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages