City in Pennsylvania, United States
Internet in Philadelphia: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Philadelphia?
Median fixed broadband in United States is 307 Mbps and mobile is 187 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most cafés have free wifi but limit stays at busy times; libraries and coworking spaces are more reliable.
Getting online in Philadelphia
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Xfinity cable is standard; Verizon Fios fibre is also common. Expect about 50–90 USD a month. |
| Cafés and coworking | Most cafés have free wifi but limit stays at busy times; libraries and coworking spaces are more reliable. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs at carrier stores, Walmart and Target, roughly US$25–50 for 30 days; no ID usually needed. A travel eSIM is easiest. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T |
| Monthly data plan | $25–50 ($25–50) |
Coworking spaces in Philadelphia
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Industrious | Center City locations | — |
| WeWork | Center City and University City | — |
Internet speeds in North America
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 307 Mbps | 187 Mbps |
| Canada | 258 Mbps | 86 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Philadelphia?
Median fixed broadband in United States is 307 Mbps and mobile is 187 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most cafés have free wifi but limit stays at busy times; libraries and coworking spaces are more reliable.
Which SIM card should I get in Philadelphia?
Prepaid SIMs at carrier stores, Walmart and Target, roughly US$25–50 for 30 days; no ID usually needed. A travel eSIM is easiest.
Can I use an eSIM in United States?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Philadelphia?
Yes: Industrious, WeWork.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: United States
- T-Mobile
- Verizon
- AT&T
- SEPTA
- Philadelphia International Airport
- Visit Philadelphia
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.