Internet in Pittsburgh at a glance
- Top providers
- Xfinity, Verizon Fios, EarthLink, T-Mobile 5G
- Fastest option
- Xfinity & Verizon Fios — up to 2 Gig (Fios symmetrical)
- Cheapest starting price
- Xfinity from ~$40/mo; Verizon 5G from $35/mo
- Fiber availability
- Verizon Fios and Xfinity fiber in many neighborhoods
- Connection types
- Fiber, cable, 5G fixed wireless, satellite
In Pittsburgh, the two best providers are Xfinity and Verizon Fios — Xfinity covers most addresses with cable (and fiber via its Gigabit X2 tech, up to 2 Gig), while Verizon Fios offers symmetrical fiber up to 2 Gig in most prominent neighborhoods, with 5G alternatives citywide.
Pittsburgh is well-served by both Xfinity and Verizon Fios. Xfinity reaches most of the city (Millvale, East Liberty, Duquesne Heights) with a few gaps in South Pittsburgh near Hays Woods and around Riverview Park. Verizon Fios offers strong coverage in South Pittsburgh, around Mount Washington, and in East Pittsburgh near Squirrel Hill and Wilkinsburg. EarthLink Fiber is an honorable-mention alternative.
📞 Fastest way to get connected in Pittsburgh
Availability changes street by street — especially fiber. The quickest way to know exactly what's at your address (and lock in today's promotions) is to call a free advisor at (844) 933-1065. No obligation, and they'll check every provider for your specific Pittsburgh address in minutes.
Internet providers available in Pittsburgh
Here's a snapshot of the main internet providers serving Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Because availability is address-specific, call (844) 933-1065 to confirm what's at your exact location.
| Provider | Type | Top speed | From* | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | Cable | Up to 2 Gig | $40/mo | most of the city |
| Verizon Fios | Fiber | Up to 2 Gig | $50/mo | many prominent neighborhoods |
| EarthLink | Fiber | Up to 5 Gig | $40/mo | parts of the city |
| T-Mobile 5G Home | 5G | Up to ~415 Mbps | $35/mo | Citywide |
| Verizon 5G Home | 5G | Up to 1 Gig | $35/mo | Parts of city |
| Satellite (Starlink/Viasat) | Satellite | Up to ~350 Mbps | $50/mo | Everywhere |
*Starting/promotional prices with typical conditions, illustrative and varying by address. Promotions change frequently — confirm current pricing by phone.
Pittsburgh provider breakdown
Xfinity
The most widely available wired option in Pittsburgh, covering most of the city, with speeds up to 2 Gig and a free mobile line for 12 months with qualifying internet. (1.2 TB data cap in most markets.)
📞 Call about Xfinity — (844) 933-1065Verizon Fios
A top fiber option in Pittsburgh — Verizon Fios fiber with symmetrical speeds up to 2 Gig, no data caps, no contracts, and Home + Mobile discounts when paired with a Verizon phone plan. Covering many prominent neighborhoods.
📞 Call about Verizon Fios — (844) 933-1065EarthLink
EarthLink offers fiber in Pittsburgh (parts of the city) with multi-gig speeds, no data caps, and no promotional price hikes after year one — a clean-terms fiber alternative.
📞 Call about EarthLink — (844) 933-1065T-Mobile 5G Home
Nationwide 5G home internet, available across Pittsburgh. $35/mo with AutoPay and a T-Mobile voice line, no contract, no equipment fees, and a 5-year price guarantee.
📞 Call about T-Mobile 5G Home — (844) 933-1065Verizon 5G Home
A wireless alternative in Pittsburgh, from $35/mo with a Verizon mobile plan, plus a multi-year price guarantee and gift-card offers.
📞 Call about Verizon 5G Home — (844) 933-1065Satellite (Starlink/Viasat)
Available anywhere as a fallback. Rarely the first choice in a well-served city, but an option for addresses wired and 5G providers don't reach. Starlink now offers speeds up to ~350 Mbps with no data caps.
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📞 Call (844) 933-1065Choosing the best internet in Pittsburgh
For most Pittsburgh households:
- Want the most-available wired option + free mobile line? Xfinity covers most of the city (cable + Gigabit X2 fiber up to 2 Gig).
- Want symmetrical fiber? Verizon Fios — strong in South Pittsburgh, Mount Washington, Squirrel Hill, Wilkinsburg.
- Want clean-terms fiber? EarthLink Fiber where available.
Coverage varies by neighborhood, so call a free advisor at (844) 933-1065 to check your exact address.
Bundling internet in Pittsburgh
In Pittsburgh, Xfinity's free mobile line for 12 months and Verizon's Home + Mobile discount are the strongest bundles. T-Mobile and Verizon customers can bundle their 5G home internet with their phone plans. For the full picture, see our complete bundling guide, internet + mobile, and free mobile line deals.
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Frequently asked questions
Xfinity and Verizon Fios are the two best. Xfinity covers most addresses (cable + Gigabit X2 fiber up to 2 Gig) with a free mobile line; Verizon Fios offers symmetrical fiber up to 2 Gig in most prominent neighborhoods. The best for you depends on your exact address — call (844) 933-1065 to check.
Yes — Verizon Fios offers symmetrical fiber in many Pittsburgh neighborhoods, and Xfinity offers fiber via its Gigabit X2 technology. EarthLink Fiber also serves parts of the city. Confirm for your exact address.
Verizon 5G starts around $35/month, Xfinity around $40, Verizon Fios around $49.99, and T-Mobile 5G around $35. Multi-gig plans cost more. Confirm current rates for your address.
Xfinity's free mobile line for 12 months and Verizon's Home + Mobile discount are the standout deals. Call a free advisor to find the best deal for your address.
Yes — several providers in Pittsburgh offer no-contract plans, including T-Mobile 5G Home, Verizon, and the major fiber and cable providers. Call to see which reach your home.