Best McSherrystown Internet Service Providers

There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of McSherrystown, 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 McSherrystown:

Rank Provider Tech Max Download Speed Max Upload Speed Availability
1XfinityCable987 Mbps35 Mbps100.0%
2CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber940 Mbps940 Mbps69.4%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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McSherrystown PA 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 McSherrystown which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in McSherrystown compare to Adams County? The average speed in McSherrystown is 32.3 Mbps which is faster than Adams County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Pennsylvania average of 30.95 Mbps.

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McSherrystown Internet Access Facts

  • DSL internet is available to 70.1% of McSherrystown residents

  • There are 4 residential internet providers in McSherrystown, PA providing service to at least 15% of the city

  • The average download speed in McSherrystown is 4.4% faster than the average in Pennsylvania and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • DSL internet is available to 38.6% of the Adams County population

  • The average internet download speed in McSherrystown is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • Cable internet is available to 100.0% of the McSherrystown population

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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 McSherrystown 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 McSherrystown, Pennsylvania.

Who has the fastest internet service in McSherrystown?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in McSherrystown.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for McSherrystown, Pennsylvania?

The following zip codes were used: 17344

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new McSherrystown internet service.

Speed Devices Typical Usage
25+ Mbps1-2 devicesWeb browsing
Music streaming
HD video streaming
100+ Mbps3-5 devicesVideo conferencing
4K video streaming
Online gaming
1000+ Mbps6+ devicesMultiple video or 4K streams
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How do the internet speeds in McSherrystown compare to other cities in Pennsylvania?

Click through to see how the McSherrystown broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Alburtis, Boiling Springs, Chinchilla, Downingtown, Ellsworth, Perryopolis, Steelton

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in McSherrystown - CenturyLink.

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 McSherrystown, Pennsylvania?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of McSherrystown.




McSherrystown 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
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

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

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

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

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