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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Vermont
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars from customers in Vermont.
That ranks Vermont 28th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Vermont
3.7/5 average customer satisfaction rating
28th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$82.78 average price per payment for internet, per household
87.3% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.7/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.6/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
622,882 people
2.31 average people per household
$61,674 average income per household
47 average age per household
59% of population employed
2% lower than national average
Ranked 40th nationally
32% higher than national average
Ranked 3rd nationally
22% higher than national average
Ranked 1st nationally
3% lower than national average
Ranked 40th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Vermont
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | 150.43 Mbps | 18.78 Mbps | 95.8% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| Spectrum | 122.14 Mbps | 12.8 Mbps | 92.27% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| Vermont Telephone Company | 99.65 Mbps | 137.53 Mbps | 52.88% | View Plans for Vermont Telephone Company |
| Consolidated Communications | 59.61 Mbps | 110.57 Mbps | 79.99% | View Plans for Consolidated Communications |
| Hughesnet | 29.88 Mbps | 2.35 Mbps | 100% |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 255.35 Mbps | 100% | 99.19% | See all providers |
| Cable | 1111.45 Mbps | 100% | 91.29% | See all providers |
| DSL | 129.44 Mbps | 100% | 89.96% | See all providers |
| Fiber | 683.06 Mbps | 98.55% | 76.4% | See all providers |
| Fixed Wireless | 19.92 Mbps | 77.79% | 74.88% | See all providers |
| LTE Home | 99 Mbps | 8.26% | 99% | See all providers |
| Satellite | 96.02 Mbps | 100% | 100% | See all providers |
Best cities for internet in Vermont
Cities in Vermont with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rutland | 185.14 Mbps | 46.84 Mbps | 67% | Consolidated Communications |
| Bennington | 158.31 Mbps | 65.71 Mbps | 100% | Consolidated Communications |
| South Burlington | 156.93 Mbps | 21.33 Mbps | 93% | XFINITY |
| Essex Junction | 147.09 Mbps | 26.88 Mbps | 70% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Milton | 136.73 Mbps | 32.63 Mbps | 85% | XFINITY |
| Barre | 126.77 Mbps | 26.45 Mbps | 100% | Spectrum |
| Burlington | 126.48 Mbps | 87.29 Mbps | 100% | Consolidated Communications |
| Brattleboro | 84.3 Mbps | 44.75 Mbps | 100% | XFINITY |
Rutland is the best city in Vermont for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Bennington and South Burlington also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Vermont
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montpelier | 11,758 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Burlington | 42,904 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| South Burlington | 18,761 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| South Pomfret | 181 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Stockbridge | 640 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Rutland | 19,984 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Montpelier is the most internet-connected city in Vermont. Montpelier makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Montpelier's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Burlington and South Burlington also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Vermont
Burlington
Population: 42,904
Median income: $67,165
126.48 Mbps
avg. download speed
87.29 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Essex Junction
Population: 21,574
Median income: $88,350
147.09 Mbps
avg. download speed
26.88 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Rutland
Population: 19,984
Median income: $58,107
185.14 Mbps
avg. download speed
46.84 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.