Freeport, Pennsylvania Broadband Internet Service
There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Freeport, Pennsylvania and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Freeport:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Xfinity | Cable | 987 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 100.0% |
2 | Salsgiver | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 79.6% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Freeport PA Internet Access Options
Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.
Broadband Internet Speeds
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Freeport are compared to Armstrong County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Pennsylvania overall?
Average download speeds in Freeport of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Armstrong County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Pennsylvania.
Freeport Internet Access Facts
Fiber optic internet is available to 79.9% of Freeport residents
The average internet download speed in Armstrong County is 20.05 Mbps based upon 46384 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Freeport is 7.19 Mbps. This is 25.8% slower than the average in Pennsylvania and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Freeport is 61.1% faster than the Armstrong County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Freeport is 7.19 Mbps. This is 93.8% faster than the Armstrong County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 89.6% of Armstrong County 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 Freeport 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 Freeport, Pennsylvania.
Who has the fastest internet service in Freeport?
Salsgiver with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Freeport.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Freeport, Pennsylvania?
The following zip codes were used: 15352 and 16229
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Freeport 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 Freeport compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?
Click through to see how the Freeport broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Avalon, Eddystone, Hamburg, Kenmar, New Hope, New Milford, West Kittanning
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Freeport - Salsgiver.
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 Freeport, Pennsylvania?
Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Freeport.
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.
Freeport 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