Internet Providers in New York, NY

Over 125,050 people in New York 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 Offer: Upgrade to fiber starting at $39.95/mo

#2

Spectrum

42.2% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2713)

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Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Sign up today to enjoy the best in-home entertainment.

#3

Windstream

0.05% availability
Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#4

Verizon

59.09% availability

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.

#5

Verizon Fios Fiber

80% availability

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.

#6

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#7

Xfinity

91.79% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#8

Viasat

8.3% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#9

RCN

3.56% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

330 Mbps

User Review:

(2629)

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Award-winning, high-speed internet service with super fast speeds up to 155 Mbps.

#10

HughesNet

8.03% 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.

#11

Optimum

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

Fastest Available

User Review:

(2649)

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You get access to over 1 million hotspots in public places throughout the country.

Television Only Providers in New York, NY

#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 New York

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of New York, 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 New York, you will see speed tiers from 10 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $29.99-$99/mo range.

Spectrum is a solid choice in New York, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of New York and can support most households with speeds up to 2 Gbps and plans starting at $29.99/mo.

Verizon offers 5G home internet plans starting at $39.95/mo, and delivers speeds from 10 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of New York.

What is the fastest internet provider in New York?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in New York, NY, 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%
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps42.20%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps0.05%
Verizon Fios FiberFiber2 Gbps940 Mbps80.00%
VerizonFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps59.09%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps91.79%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
RCNFiber / Cable / Television / Phone330 Mbps20 Mbps3.56%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps8.30%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps8.03%
OptimumFiber / Cable / Television / PhoneFastest AvailableFastest Available0.00%

What is the cheapest internet provider in New York?

RCN offers the cheapest internet in New York starting at $29.99/month with speeds up to 330 Mbps. EarthLink Fiber offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon Fios Fiber$69.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Verizon$69.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
RCN$29.99Up to 330 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
Optimum$40.00Fastest AvailableNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in New York?

New York has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

47.16%

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

Cable

61.65%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 42.20%, Windstream covers 0.05%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

57.37%

Windstream, max 2 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

15.93%

No contracts or data caps. Verizon leads at 59.09%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

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

New York, NY - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

New York, NY has a total of 23 internet providers including  13 Fiber providers, 9 Cable providers, 7 DSL providers, 7 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in New York, NY by Coverage Area

All 23 internet providers serving New York by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 12 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber92.36%
2.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone91.79%
3.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
4.Verizon Fios Fiber2 Gbps940 MbpsFiber80.00%
5.Verizon1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Television / Mobile / Phone59.09%
6.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless59.09%
7.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone42.20%
8.Xchange Telecom Corp.1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless16.00%
9.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone8.30%
10.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone8.03%
11.Global Capacity8 Mbps1 MbpsDSL3.76%
12.RCN330 Mbps20 MbpsFiber / Cable / Television / Phone3.56%
13.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone0.05%
14.Optimum~~Fiber / Cable / Television / Phone~
15.Wisper ISP20 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless~
16.Atlantic Broadband120 Mbps10 MbpsCable~
17.Armstrong10 Mbps~Fiber / Cable / DSL~
18.Privatel10 Mbps10 MbpsFiber / Cable / Fixed Wireless~
19.Cogent Communications~~Fiber~
20.Lightower Fiber Networks~~Fiber~
21.Business Only Broadband~~Fixed Wireless~
22.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
23.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in New York?

Yes. New York 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

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

Provider Program

Spectrum Internet Assist

$25/month for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Spectrum Internet Assist includes a modem and Security Suite (some may qualify for $15/mo).

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.

Provider Program

Optimum Advantage Internet

$15/mo for 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Optimum Advantage Internet includes free installation and equipment.

Provider Program

Astound Broadband Internet First

$9.95/mo for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Astound Broadband Internet First includes modem & Wi-Fi and no contracts or install fees.

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.

Frequently Asked Questions about New York

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in New York, NY, 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 23 internet providers in New York, NY. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

RCN offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $29.99. 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 New York, 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 New York. 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. New York residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. Verizon Forward has eligible Fios or 5G home with up to $30 off/mo. Optimum Advantage Internet can offer $15/mo for 100 Mbps. Astound Broadband Internet First offers $9.95/mo for 50 Mbps. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/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 New York, 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 New York. 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 New York is 129 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 New York, NY.

EarthLink Fiber, Xfinity, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, Verizon Fios Fiber, and Verizon offer internet in New York, NY.

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Free wireless internet access points in New York

115th Street Library
203 West 115th Street
New York, NY 10026
(212) 666-9393
125th Street Library
224 East 125th Street
New York, NY 10035
(212) 534-5050
58th Street Library
127 East 58th Street
New York, NY 10022
(212) 759-7358
96th Street Library
112 East 96th Street
New York, NY 10128
(212) 289-0908
Aguilar Library
174 East 110th Street
New York, NY 10029
(212) 534-2930
Andrew Heiskell Braille And Talking Book Library
40 West 20th Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 206-5400
Battery Park City Library
175 North End Avenue
New York, NY 10282
(212) 790-3499
Bloomingdale Library
150 West 100th Street
New York, NY 10025
(212) 222-8030
Chatham Square Library
33 East Broadway
New York, NY 10002
(212) 964-6598
Columbus Library
742 10th Avenue
New York, NY 10019
(212) 586-5098
Epiphany Library
228 East 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010
(212) 679-2645
Fort Washington Library
535 West 179th Street
New York, NY 10033
(212) 927-3533
George Bruce Library
518 West 125th Street
New York, NY 10027
(212) 662-9727
Grand Central Library
135 East 46th Street
New York, NY 10017
(212) 621-0670
Hamilton Fish Park Library
415 East Houston Street
New York, NY 10002
(212) 673-2290
Hamilton Grange Library
503 West 145th Street
New York, NY 10031
(212) 926-2147
Harlem Library
9 West 124th Street
New York, NY 10027
(212) 348-5620
Hudson Park Library
66 Leroy Street
New York, NY 10014
(212) 243-6876
Inwood Library
4790 Broadway
New York, NY 10034
Jefferson Market Library
425 Avenue Of The Americas
New York, NY 10011
(212) 243-4334
Kips Bay Library
446 Third Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 683-2520
Macombs Bridge Library
2650 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Blvd.
New York, NY 10039
(212) 281-4900
Mid-Manhattan Library
455 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 340-0863
Morningside Heights
2900 Broadway
New York, NY 10025
(212) 864-2530
Muhlenberg Library
209 West 23rd Street
New York, NY 10011
(212) 924-1585
Mulberry Street Library
10 Jersey Street
New York, NY 10012
(212) 966-3424
New Amsterdam Library
9 Murray Street
New York, NY 10007
(212) 732-8186
New York Public Library For The Performing Arts, Dorothy And Lewis B. Cullman Center
40 Lincoln Center Plaza
New York, NY 10023
(917) 275-6975
New York Public Library, The Branch Libraries
455 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 930-0674
Ottendorfer Library
135 Second Avenue
New York, NY 10003
(212) 674-0947
Riverside Library
127 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10023
(212) 870-1810
Roosevelt Island Library
524 Main Street
New York, NY 10044
(212) 308-6243
Schomburg Center For Research In Black Culture
515 Malcolm X Boulevard
New York, NY 10037
(212) 491-2200
Science, Industry And Business Library
188 Madison Avenue 34th Street
New York, NY 10016
(917) 275-6975
Seward Park Library
192 East Broadway
New York, NY 10002
(212) 477-6770
St. Agnes Library
444 Amsterdam Avenue
New York, NY 10024
(212) 621-0619
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
New York, NY 10018
(917) 275-6975
Terence Cardinal Cooke-Cathedral Library
560 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10022
(212) 752-3824
Tompkins Square Library
331 East 10th Street
New York, NY 10009
(212) 228-4747
Washington Heights Library
1000 St. Nicholas Avenue
New York, NY 10032
(212) 923-6054
Webster Library
1465 York Avenue
New York, NY 10021
(212) 288-5049
Yorkville Library
222 East 79th Street
New York, NY 10021
(212) 744-5824

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