Internet providers in Scranton, Pennsylvania 18505
ZIP code 18505 is in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Scranton 18505: local snapshot
About 86% of the 8,531 households in 18505 have a broadband subscription, 3 points below the Pennsylvania average of 88%. That ranks 18505#934 of 1675 ZIP codes in Pennsylvania for broadband adoption.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Scranton, Pennsylvania
Share of residential locations in Scranton where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 99%+ | |
| 2 | ICON Technologies | Fixed wireless | 90% | |
| 3 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 84% | |
| 4 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 80% | Check availability |
| 5 | Skypacket Networks | Fixed wireless | 71% | |
| 6 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 70% | Check availability |
| 7 | Empire Telephone Corporation/North Penn Telephone | Fiber | 69% | |
| 8 | Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | 43% | |
| 9 | Frontier | Fiber, DSL | 27% | |
| 10 | Greenlight Networks Holding | Fiber | 20% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Scranton?
Fiber is widely available: about 93% of locations in Scranton can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 99% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 99% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Scranton that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Scranton 18505
Xfinity reports service to the most residential locations in Scranton, about 100%. 7 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Xfinity, ICON Technologies, T-Mobile Home Internet, Verizon, Skypacket Networks, AT&T, and Empire Telephone Corporation/North Penn Telephone), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Empire Telephone Corporation/North Penn Telephone (69%) and Greenlight Networks Holding (20%). ICON Technologies, T-Mobile Home Internet, and Skypacket Networks offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 18505 (86%) is close to the Scranton average of 86%. By median household income, 18505 ranks 2 of 7 ZIP codes in Scranton. The median age of residents is 38.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Scranton?
Yes, in part. About 93% of residential locations in Scranton can get fiber, 100% can get cable, and about 99% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Scranton?
Xfinity reports service to about 100% of residential locations in Scranton, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Scranton?
10 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Scranton, and 7 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Scranton?
Fiber providers reporting service in Scranton include Empire Telephone Corporation/North Penn Telephone (69% of locations) and Greenlight Networks Holding (20% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Scranton 18505?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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