Maryland Broadband Coverage Report (2026)
Analysis of internet service availability across Maryland, including fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless coverage.
Technology Breakdown
Based on 105,528 broadband service records
Top Internet Providers
| Provider | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Viasat Inc | 102,911 | 30.9% |
| HughesNet | 97,333 | 29.3% |
| Xfinity | 93,552 | 28.1% |
| Lightpath | 32,547 | 9.8% |
| Verizon | 5,095 | 1.5% |
| Astound Broadband | 1,200 | 0.4% |
Largest Cities
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emmitsburg | 0 |
| 2 | Brookeville | 0 |
| 3 | Libertytown | 0 |
| 4 | Baltimore | 585,708 |
| 5 | Columbia | 99,615 |
| 6 | Germantown | 86,395 |
| 7 | Silver Spring | 71,452 |
| 8 | Frederick | 69,479 |
| 9 | Gaithersburg | 69,101 |
| 10 | Waldorf | 67,752 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of Maryland has fiber internet?
Based on FCC broadband data, fiber accounts for approximately 20.9% of broadband availability records in Maryland.
Who are the largest internet providers in Maryland?
The top providers in Maryland by coverage include Viasat Inc, HughesNet, Xfinity.
How many broadband options are available in Maryland?
Maryland has approximately 105,528 broadband service records across fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless technologies.
Methodology
This report is derived from FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC) records. Technology percentages reflect the share of service availability records, not unique households. Provider market share is based on reported location counts. Data is refreshed daily. Read our full methodology.
This data is also available via our public JSON API.