WILMINGTON, DE
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Shop and compare 7 internet providers for Wilmington, DE
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Wilmington, DE, your best bet is Xfinity, covering ~99% of the city with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps on its fastest cable tier, though that tier reaches ~67% of the city. Southbridge heavily favors Xfinity, with speeds up to 2000/300 Mbps reaching 95.3% of ZIP 19801; in Brandywine Village, that tier reaches 79.4%, while Verizon fiber reaches 15.2%. Trolley Square is more mixed: Xfinity reaches 61.2% at up to 2000/300 Mbps and 27.1% at up to 1200/35 Mbps, while Verizon fiber reaches 8.9% at up to 940/880 Mbps and 2.1% at up to 2048/2048 Mbps. ZIP 19803 is the clearest fiber pocket, with Verizon reaching 40.6% at up to 2048/2048 Mbps and 35.4% at up to 940/880 Mbps; ZIP 19808 is a close split. For Delaware College of Art and Design students, apartments near campus can differ from nearby homes, and older DSL or copper can complicate Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Cool Spring also deserves an exact-address check, since coverage changes street to street and building to building. T-Mobile is the fixed-wireless option worth checking, reaching ~34% of the city at up to 100/20 Mbps. Confirm the exact address before signing up.
Best plan here: 1.2/2 Gig — faster than 85% of all internet options in Delaware
- 1.2/2 Gig$90/mo for the first 12 months, then $140/moFiber/Cable1,200 MbpsDownload85Our score$90Per month
- 1 Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $110/moFiber/Cable1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$60Per month
- 500 Mbps$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $95/moFiber/Cable500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $80/moFiber/Cable300 MbpsDownload77Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wilmington
Xfinity’s 1.2/2 Gig plan reaches 99.0% of Wilmington, giving most shoppers a strong chance of finding service, and its Speed Score of 85/100 is above the city’s average of 60. With up to 1200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, the fiber version is a top-tier option, while the cable version is a solid, reliable choice for most households. Because the plan is listed as Fiber/Cable, the technology available at your address matters, so verify whether fiber service is available before choosing it.
About Xfinity
Xfinity’s fiber/cable plans are available to 99.0% of Wilmington, giving most residents a strong chance of getting a fast connection. It offers excellent choices, including up to 1200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, though the available connection type and faster plan options depend on your address, so check availability before signing up.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 74% of all internet options in Delaware
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload74Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wilmington
5G fixed wireless is an adequate choice for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with Verizon offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home Plus, or up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload on 5G Home. Their Speed Scores of 74/100 and 73/100 are above the city average of 60, making Verizon competitive, though fixed wireless performance can vary more than wired connections. Both plans are available to 25.9% of Wilmington, so check your address before choosing.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is an adequate option for everyday browsing, streaming, and work, with plans offering up to 1000 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up or up to 300 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up. Availability is address-dependent at 25.9% of Wilmington, so check your address and compare fiber or cable first if you need especially consistent performance or heavier upload capacity.
Available Plans
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 73% of all internet options in Delaware
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload73Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload73Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wilmington
Households seeking a budget-friendly connection for streaming, browsing, and everyday work may find T-Mobile competitive, with 5G fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for a Speed Score of 73/100, above Wilmington’s city average of 60. The $50/mo Rely plan and $70/mo All-In plan share that score and are available to 59.8% of Wilmington, but fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service. Check your address because these plans may not reach every home, and compare available options if you need the most consistent low-latency performance.
About T-Mobile
Households seeking reasonably priced internet for streaming, browsing, and work may find T-Mobile a solid fixed wireless option, with All-In Home Internet offering up to 498 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $70/mo promotional, or Rely Home Internet offering up to 354 Mbps down and 55 Mbps up for $50/mo promotional. Both have a Speed Score of 73/100 and are available to 59.8% of Wilmington, so availability is address-dependent, and because fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable, check your address for faster wired service first if your home has heavy or demanding internet use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 68% of all internet options in Delaware
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload68Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload68Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload68Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wilmington
Satellite internet can support everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities feel less responsive than wired connections. Starlink’s listed plans offer up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, or up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with each plan shown as available to 100.0% of Wilmington. Each has a Speed Score of 68/100, above the city average of 60, but consider checking what else is available at your address if low latency and consistent real-time performance matter.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink broad availability, but its higher latency can make gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities less responsive than wired connections. All three plans are available to 100.0% of Wilmington, with up to 400 Mbps down and 30 Mbps up for $130/mo, up to 200 Mbps down and 25 Mbps up for $85/mo, or up to 100 Mbps down and 25 Mbps up for $55/mo, each with a 68/100 Speed Score, so check for fiber or cable at your address first and consider Starlink a practical fallback when faster wired service is unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air — faster than 73% of all internet options in Delaware
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wilmington
At $55/mo promotional pricing, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air buys up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload. Its 73/100 Speed Score is above Wilmington’s 60 average, making it a competitive option, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections. Address availability matters, since this plan reaches 48.2% of Wilmington, so check your location before signing up.
About AT&T
At $55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 300 Mbps upload, a good value for a fixed wireless connection. Its Speed Score is 73/100, but availability covers 48.2% of Wilmington, so check your address first, and keep in mind that fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable even though these speeds can support modern household needs.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 83% of all internet options in Delaware
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload17Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload17Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload17Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wilmington
At $49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/mo, HughesNet Select buys up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its Speed Score is only 17/100. That satellite performance is below Wilmington’s city average of 60, while the $94.99/mo Fusion plan for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, reaches up to 100 Mbps download but keeps the same score. All listed plans are available to 100.0% of Wilmington, yet satellite’s limited performance compared with alternatives makes checking other technologies at your address a sensible first step.
About HughesNet
At $39.99/mo for up to 25 Mbps, $49.99/mo for up to 50 Mbps, or $94.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps, HughesNet offers broad but modest satellite service for the price. All three plans have a Speed Score of 17/100, and satellite’s high latency can limit modern uses, so check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other options first, even though these plans are available to 100.0% of Wilmington.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 83% of all internet options in Delaware
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload17Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload17Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Wilmington
Viasat is a limited-performance choice in Wilmington, so consider checking what else is available at your address first. Its satellite plans are available to 100.0% of the city, but offer up to 55↓/4↑ Mbps or 34↓/4↑ Mbps, both with a Speed Score of 17/100, below the city average of 60.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat is best treated as a fallback rather than a first choice, since it mainly offers slow satellite service with high latency. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99/mo; both have a Speed Score of 17/100 and are available to 100.0% of Wilmington, so check whether a faster fiber or cable option is available at your address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Wilmington
All 17 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 17 plans
- Xfinity1.2/2 Gig$90/mo for the first 12 months, then $140/mo1,200 MbpsDownload85Our score$90$140Per month~99%CoverageFiber/Cable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $80/mo300 MbpsDownload77Our score$40$80Per month~99%CoverageFiber/Cable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $95/mo500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50$95Per month~99%CoverageFiber/Cable
- Xfinity1 Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $110/mo1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$60$110Per month~99%CoverageFiber/Cable
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload68Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload68Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload68Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileRely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo354 MbpsDownload73Our score$50$60Per month~59.8%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload73Our score$70$80Per month~59.8%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- AT&TAT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload73Our score$55$60Per month~48.2%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Wilmington
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps at a promotional starting rate of $40/mo, reaching 99% of Wilmington, for shared streaming and coursework.
Southbridge and Brandywine Village show Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps cable shares of 95.3% and 79.4%, respectively.
Check first: Confirm the exact address; ZIP percentages describe coverage, not guaranteed serviceability.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Verizon’s 2,048/2,048 Mbps fiber where available; it reaches about 19% of Wilmington.
ZIP 19803 lists Verizon’s 2,048/2,048 Mbps fiber at 40.6%, the strongest single technology share there.
Check first: Fiber’s 2,048/2,048 Mbps tier reaches about 19% citywide, so verify your address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps great-cable tier where available; it reaches about 67% of Wilmington.
Southbridge lists this cable tier at 95.3%, while Trolley Square lists it at 61.2%.
Check first: The 2,000/300 Mbps tier reaches about 67% citywide; verify address-level availability.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink’s Residential – 100 Mbps plan at a promotional starting rate of $55/mo, reaching 100% of Wilmington.
Starlink’s basic 220/30 Mbps NGSO satellite service reaches about 100% of Wilmington.
Check first: Starlink’s 100 Mbps plan reaches 100%, but compare the exact address with available cable or fiber.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Wilmington
Southbridge
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Shared streaming and fast downloads.
In Southbridge, Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps cable listing covers 95.3% of ZIP 19801.
Brandywine Village
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Roommates and streaming.
In Brandywine Village, Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps cable listing covers 79.4% of ZIP 19802.
Trolley Square
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Fast cable where available.
Trolley Square’s ZIP 19806 lists Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps cable at 61.2%, with Verizon’s 940/880 Mbps fiber at 8.9%.
Internet providers near Wilmington
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Wilmington, check the neighboring market directly.
Wilmington Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Wilmington, DE?
Verizon offers Wilmington’s fastest listed speed: 2,048 Mbps symmetrical fiber, reaching about 19% of the city. Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps great-cable tier reaches about 67%, so compare address-level availability before choosing between peak speed and broader reach.
Can I get fiber internet in Wilmington, DE?
Yes—Verizon’s 940/880 Mbps fiber reaches about 58% of Wilmington, while its 2,048/2,048 Mbps fiber reaches about 19%. ZIP 19803 shows 40.6% coverage for the 2,048/2,048 Mbps tier and 35.4% for the 940/880 Mbps tier, making address verification essential before ordering.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Wilmington, DE?
Verizon 5G Home is Wilmington’s cheapest listed plan: a promotional starting rate of $35/mo for 300 Mbps, reaching 25.9% of the city. Check your address first because this plan’s reach is narrower than Verizon’s 89.5% overall footprint.
What internet speed do I need for working from home in Wilmington, DE?
A 300 Mbps connection is a listed Wilmington option: Xfinity’s 300 Mbps plan reaches 99%, while Verizon 5G Home’s 300 Mbps plan reaches 25.9%. For remote work, compare upload needs and exact address availability rather than assuming every 300 Mbps plan has the same footprint.
What internet providers are available in Trolley Square?
In Trolley Square’s ZIP 19806, Xfinity’s 2,000/300 Mbps cable listing reaches 61.2%, and Verizon’s 940/880 Mbps fiber listing reaches 8.9%. The same ZIP also lists Xfinity’s 1,200/35 Mbps cable at 27.1% and Verizon’s 2,048/2,048 Mbps fiber at 2.1%, so availability is address-specific.
How We Analyze Internet in Wilmington
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Wilmington report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Wilmington
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.