FCC Data · Updated April 2026
C
ZIP 21853 Internet
Somerset County, Maryland · 1000 Mbps max · 10 providers · Competitive
Score Breakdown — 50/100
50
Download (40%)
100
Competition (30%)
1
Fiber (20%)
1
Upload (10%)
Maximum Available Speeds
Download1000 Mbps
FCC benchmark: 100 Mbps
Upload1000 Mbps
FCC benchmark: 20 Mbps
10 Internet Providers in 21853
| Provider | Technology | Download | Upload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comcast | Cable (DOCSIS 3.1+) | 1200 Mbps | 35 Mbps |
| Verizon Maryland LLC | ADSL | 15 Mbps | 1 Mbps |
| Verizon Maryland LLC | Fiber (FTTH) | 940 Mbps | 880 Mbps |
| T-Mobile | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps |
| Bloosurf | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps |
| United States Cellular Corporation | Fixed Wireless | 2 Mbps | 0.064 Mbps |
| Bethune Company LLC. DBA Freedom Broadband | Fixed Wireless | 25 Mbps | 10 Mbps |
| Telegia Communications, INC. | Fixed Wireless | 30 Mbps | 15 Mbps |
| BridgeMAXX | Fixed Wireless | 50 Mbps | 20 Mbps |
| Atlantic Broadband Finance, LLC | Cable (DOCSIS 3.1+) | 1000 Mbps | 60 Mbps |
Fiber Availability
Fiber is available in 21853
Fiber providers: Verizon Maryland LLC (940/880 Mbps)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What internet providers are available in ZIP code 21853?
ZIP code 21853 has 10 internet providers. Comcast, Verizon Maryland LLC, Verizon Maryland LLC and 7 more serve this area. The fastest available download speed is 1000 Mbps.
What is the Broadband Grade for 21853?
ZIP code 21853 has a Broadband Grade of C (score: 50/100). This grade factors in download speed (50/100), provider competition (100/100), fiber access (1/100), and upload speed (1/100).
Is fiber internet available in 21853?
Yes, fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) internet is available in ZIP code 21853. Fiber providers in this area include Verizon Maryland LLC.
Sources: FCC Broadband Data Collection