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

Best Oakland Internet Service Providers

Oakland, 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 Oakland. 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 Oakland is Shenandoah. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Shenandoah	Cable	1000 Mbps	10 Mbps	99.8%
2	Declaration Networks Group	wireless	25 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	Mountain Communications	Fiber	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	39.7%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Oakland 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 Oakland 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 Oakland are compared to Garrett County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Maryland overall?
Average download speeds in Oakland of 32.48 Mbps are faster than the Garrett County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Maryland.

Oakland Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 75.4% of Garrett County residents
Cable internet is available to 99.8% of the Oakland population
Fiber optic internet is available to 17.5% of Garrett County residents
DSL internet is available to 100.0% of Oakland residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Oakland, MD providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Oakland is 0.3% faster than the average in Maryland and 0.2% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Oakland 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 Shenandoah as the top provider for Oakland, Maryland.

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

Click through to see how the Oakland broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Cape St Claire, Hampton, Kemp Mill, Lake Arbor, New Windsor, Perry Hall, Spencerville

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Oakland, MD residents.

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 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 Oakland, Maryland?

The following zip codes were used: 21550

Who has the fastest internet service in Oakland?

Shenandoah with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Oakland.

Oakland 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.