Internet Providers in Delaware City, DE

Over 26 people in Delaware City found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

92.36% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Verizon

94.71% availability
Verizon logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2718)

Fios customers get upload speeds as fast as their download speeds.

#3

Verizon Fios Fiber

90.3% availability
Verizon Fios Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2976)

Compare Verizon Fios Internet Plans with speeds up to 1Gbps starting at $39.99/mo.

#4

Brightspeed

100% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL
Speed up to:

940 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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We’re a brand-new choice in internet. And we’re on a mission to power your home with reliable internet.

#5

Viasat

96.83% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#6

HughesNet

98.12% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Delaware City, DE

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Delaware City

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of Delaware City, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of Delaware City, you will see speed tiers from 11 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39-$99/mo range.

Cyberonic is a solid choice in Delaware City, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of Delaware City and can support most households with speeds up to 120 Mbps and plans starting at $49.99/mo.

Verizon offers 5G home internet plans starting at $69/mo, and delivers speeds from 11 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of Delaware City.

What is the fastest internet provider in Delaware City?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Delaware City, DE, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 92.36% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps92.36%
Verizon Fios FiberFiber2 Gbps940 Mbps90.30%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps94.71%
BrightspeedFiber / DSL940 Mbps940 Mbps100.00%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps96.83%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.12%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Delaware City?

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet in Delaware City starting at $39.00/month with speeds up to 940 Mbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Verizon Fios Fiber$69.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon$69.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Brightspeed$39.00Up to 940 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Delaware City?

Delaware City has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

94.71%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

92.54%

Most widely available wired option. Cyberonic covers 94.71%, Atlantic Broadband covers 92.54%. Up to 11 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

21.60%

Verizon, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Delaware City residents.

Delaware City, DE - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Delaware City, DE has a total of 11 internet providers including  6 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Delaware City, DE by Coverage Area

All 11 internet providers serving Delaware City by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 6 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Brightspeed940 Mbps940 MbpsFiber / DSL100.00%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.12%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone96.83%
4.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone94.71%
5.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless94.71%
6.Atlantic Broadband120 Mbps10 MbpsCable92.54%
7.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
8.Verizon Fios Fiber2 Gbps940 MbpsFiber90.30%
9.Broadview Networks~~DSL~
10.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
11.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Delaware City?

Yes. Delaware City residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Verizon Forward

Up to $30 off/mo for eligible Fios or 5G home for qualifying households. Verizon Forward includes 12 months of job resources & skills training.

Frequently Asked Questions about Delaware City

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Delaware City, DE, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 11 internet providers in Delaware City, DE. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL and satellite.

Brightspeed offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.00. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Delaware City, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Delaware City. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Delaware City residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Verizon Forward has eligible Fios or 5G home with up to $30 off/mo. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Delaware City, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Delaware City. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Delaware City is 136 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Delaware City, DE.

Brightspeed, HughesNet, Viasat, Verizon, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in Delaware City, DE.

  • Brightspeed: Offers speeds up to 940 Mbps starting at $39.00/mo.
  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • Verizon: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $69.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Delaware City

Delaware City Public Library
250 Fifth Street
Delaware City, DE 19706
(302) 834-4148

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