Internet providers in Georgetown, Delaware 19947
ZIP code 19947 is in Georgetown, Sussex County, Delaware. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Georgetown 19947: local snapshot
About 84% of the 6,356 households in 19947 have a broadband subscription, 7 points below the Delaware average of 91%. That ranks 19947#55 of 62 ZIP codes in Delaware for broadband adoption. A notable share of households rely on satellite internet, a common sign that wired service is patchy in parts of this ZIP.
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 Georgetown, Delaware
Share of residential locations in Georgetown 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 | Pocomoke Holdings | Fixed wireless | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Xfinity | Cable | 99% | |
| 3 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 83% | |
| 4 | ALTIUS Communications | Fixed wireless | 63% | |
| 5 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 60% | Check availability |
| 6 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 6% | Check availability |
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 Georgetown?
Fiber is limited in Georgetown, reaching about 0% of locations. Plans of 100 Mbps or faster are reported for about 99%+ of locations, while gigabit-class service reaches about 37%. 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 Georgetown that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Georgetown 19947
Pocomoke Holdings reports service to the most residential locations in Georgetown, about 100%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Pocomoke Holdings, Xfinity, T-Mobile Home Internet, ALTIUS Communications, and Verizon), so the market looks competitive. Pocomoke Holdings, T-Mobile Home Internet, and ALTIUS Communications offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
The median age of residents is 37.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Georgetown?
Yes, in part. About 0% of residential locations in Georgetown can get fiber, 99% can get cable, and about 37% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Georgetown?
Pocomoke Holdings reports service to about 100% of residential locations in Georgetown, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Georgetown?
6 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Georgetown, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
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 Georgetown 19947?
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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