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Shop and compare 14 internet providers for Ithaca, NY
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Ithaca, NY, your best bet is Spectrum, covering ~81% of the city with FCC-filed speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. However, if Point Broadband Fiber Holding LLC is available at your address, it can be the better, faster pick, with fiber covering ~12% of the city and reaching up to 1,000 Mbps. Fall Creek gives Spectrum 42.2% cable at up to 1000/35 Mbps and 28.3% cable at up to 1000/1000 Mbps, while Haefele Connect has 6.0% fiber and Point has 4.8% fiber. In ZIP 14853, the Cornell University area, Spectrum has 54.4% cable at up to 1000/1000 Mbps and 31.1% cable at up to 1000/35 Mbps, while Fiberspark reaches 5.8%. ZIP 14851 and ZIP 14852 are cable-heavy, each showing Spectrum at 84.8% with up to 1000/35 Mbps, so uploads are not guaranteed to be symmetrical. Northside, West End, and Southside can vary by block, and student apartments near Cornell University may have different wiring and provider choices. Verizon and T-Mobile offer fixed-wireless alternatives, with 300/20 Mbps reaching ~48% and 100/20 Mbps reaching ~26% of the city, respectively. For Zoom, streaming, and gaming, check the exact address and building wiring before signing up, especially with older DSL or copper.
Best plan here: Internet Gig — faster than 85% of all internet options in New York
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload85Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload69Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload39Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload can comfortably handle 4K streaming, video calls, gaming, and many connected devices, while Spectrum’s 85/100 Speed Score is above the city average of 68. Its cable-based Internet Gig plan is a solid, reliable choice and is available to 78.5% of Ithaca, though availability still depends on your address and households needing especially strong upload performance should check what technologies are available there.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s fastest cable plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is a strong fit for 4K streaming, video calls, gaming, and busy households. It is available to 78.5% of Ithaca, with 500 Mbps and 100 Mbps cable options for lower prices, but availability is address-dependent and the 100 Mbps tier may feel limiting for larger households or heavier internet use, so check your address first.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 82% of all internet options in New York
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload69Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
5G fixed wireless can support streaming, video calls, and everyday household use, but real-world performance may vary with signal and network congestion. Verizon’s 5G Home Plus offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 82/100, above Ithaca’s city average of 68, making it a competitive option. That plan is available to 53.8% of the city, so confirm service at your address, and note that 5G Home drops to up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 69.
About Verizon
5G fixed wireless gives Verizon customers up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with 5G Home Plus, which is excellent for streaming, video calls, and busy households, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for lighter needs. Both plans are available to 53.8% of Ithaca, with promotional pricing of $45/mo for Plus and $35/mo for Home, but performance can vary with signal and congestion, so check your address before relying on it for demanding use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Point Broadband Fiber Holding LLC
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $49.99 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in New York
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Point Broadband Fiber Holding LLC reaches 11.6% of Ithaca, so many shoppers will need to check their address to see whether service is available. Where available, its fiber plan is an excellent choice, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a 91/100 Speed Score, making it a top-tier option for streaming, gaming, remote work, and demanding home use.
About Point Broadband Fiber Holding LLC
Point Broadband Fiber Holding LLC reaches 11.6% of Ithaca, so your chances of getting its service depend heavily on your address. Where available, its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, with a 91/100 Speed Score, making it an excellent choice for streaming, remote work, gaming, and multiple users, but you should confirm that this fiber option is available at your address.
Available Plans
Fiber
Trumansburg Telephone Co
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in New York
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Trumansburg Telephone Co’s fiber reaches 9.7% of Ithaca, so availability depends heavily on your specific address. Where available, fiber is an excellent choice, with up to 1000 Mbps download and up to 1000 Mbps upload, plus a 91/100 Speed Score that is above the city’s average top speed score of 68. Addresses served by copper instead get up to 10 Mbps download and up to 1 Mbps upload with a 1/100 Speed Score, so consider checking other providers first if fiber is not available.
About Trumansburg Telephone Co
Trumansburg Telephone Co reaches 10.1% of Ithaca, so many shoppers will find it unavailable at their address. Where its fiber plan reaches, it is an excellent choice with up to 1000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 91/100, but that coverage is only 9.7% of census blocks; its copper fallback covers 1.0% and offers just up to 10 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up, which may not meet modern household needs, so check for fiber or another faster provider first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Haefele Connect
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in New York
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Fiber offers up to 1000 Mbps download and up to 1000 Mbps upload, making it an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, video calls, and households with heavy internet use. Its 91/100 speed score is above Ithaca’s 68 average, so it is a top-tier option. Availability depends on your address, with fiber covering 8.9% of Ithaca; other addresses may receive Haefele Connect’s cable plan, which offers up to 300 Mbps download and up to 25 Mbps upload with a 68/100 speed score.
About Haefele Connect
Fiber is Haefele Connect’s strongest option, offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 91/100, making it excellent for streaming, video calls, gaming, and busy households. Where fiber is unavailable, the cable plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload with a 68/100 Speed Score, which may handle everyday use but can feel limiting for modern households, so check your address for fiber first because availability is address-dependent.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Dryden Fiber
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in New York
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency service, smooth streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices. Dryden Fiber offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload with a 91/100 Speed Score, above Ithaca’s average top speed score of 68. The plan’s coverage is shown at 4.8% of Ithaca, so confirm fiber availability at your specific address before choosing it.
About Dryden Fiber
Fiber offers up to 1000 Mbps both ways, making Dryden Fiber an excellent choice for streaming, working from home, gaming, and households with many connected devices. Its 91/100 Speed Score is strong, but availability reaches only 4.8% of Ithaca census blocks, so check your address to see whether this fast option is available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiberspark Inc
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 91% of all internet options in New York
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Fiber is an excellent choice for demanding home use, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload for fast streaming, video calls, and large file transfers. Its 91/100 Speed Score is above Ithaca’s average top speed score of 68, making it a top-tier option where available. The card shows this plan reaching 3.0% of Ithaca, so verify service at your exact address.
About Fiberspark Inc
Fiberspark Inc offers fiber internet with up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, making it an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households. With a Speed Score of 91/100, the plan is very strong, but it reaches only 3.0% of Ithaca census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent and you should check your address first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: All-In Home Internet — faster than 69% of all internet options in New York
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload69Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload69Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
For households with everyday streaming, browsing, and work needs, T-Mobile offers a practical 5G fixed-wireless option. All-In Home Internet provides up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70 per month, while Rely offers up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50 per month, with both plans scoring 69/100, about the same as Ithaca’s city average of 68. Fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired service, and these plans are available to 47.5% of the city, so check your address before choosing.
About T-Mobile
Households with moderate streaming, work, and everyday browsing needs may find T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless practical, with All-In offering up to 498 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo, and Rely offering up to 354 Mbps download and 55 Mbps upload for $50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo. Both have a Speed Score of 69/100, so check your address for faster fiber or cable first, since these plans are adequate rather than excellent and are available to 47.5% of Ithaca.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 62% of all internet options in New York
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload62Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload62Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload62Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Satellite internet offers broad availability, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time uses compared with wired connections. Starlink plans provide up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, or up to 400 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, all with a 62/100 Speed Score, below Ithaca’s city average of 68. With 99.9% availability for each plan, it can be practical where wired service is unavailable, but check which other technologies reach your address first for better real-world responsiveness.
About Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, so it can reach homes across 99.9% of Ithaca and support everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less responsive than fiber or cable. It offers up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo, up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo, or up to 100 Mbps for $55/mo, but check for fiber or cable at your address first because those options are generally better for demanding modern internet use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Empire Long Distance Corporation
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price
Speed Score: Faster than 82% of all internet options in New York
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload can comfortably support 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households. With a Speed Score of 82/100, this fiber plan is an excellent choice and a top-tier option compared with Ithaca’s average top speed score of 68. Its 3.2% coverage means you should check your specific address to confirm availability.
About Empire Long Distance Corporation
Empire Long Distance Corporation’s fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and up to 100 Mbps upload, which is excellent for streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices. With a Speed Score of 82/100, it is a strong option where available, but fiber reaches just 3.2% of Ithaca’s census blocks, so check your exact address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air — faster than 69% of all internet options in New York
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload69Our score$55Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
At $55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and upload, with a 69/100 Speed Score that is about the same as Ithaca’s 68 city average. Fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections, so consider checking other providers first for demanding use, and confirm your address qualifies because this plan is available to 12.6% of the city.
About AT&T
AT&T Internet Air costs $55/mo promotional, then $60/mo, for up to 300 Mbps download and upload, a reasonable value for everyday use, though its 69/100 Speed Score is below average. This fixed wireless plan is available to 12.6% of Ithaca, so eligible households may find it adequate, but those with heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users should check for faster fiber or cable options first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 71% of all internet options in New York
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload29Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload11Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 29/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 68. Fusion is available to 100.0% of Ithaca, yet satellite’s high latency and limited performance compared to alternatives make it worth checking what other providers reach your specific address first.
About HughesNet
At $39.99/mo for up to 25 Mbps, $49.99/mo for up to 50 Mbps, or $94.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps during the first 12 months, HughesNet offers satellite service to 100.0% of Ithaca, but the below-average speeds and satellite latency limit the value. It can work as a basic fallback, though households that stream, game, work from home, or have multiple users should check their address for faster fiber or cable options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Speed Score: Slower than 54% of all internet options in New York
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload can handle everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, but this Copper plan has a Speed Score of 46/100. It is listed for 1.8% of Ithaca, so verify that this plan reaches your address. With all listed Frontier plans using Copper and scoring below 70, consider checking other providers first for better performance, especially for demanding uploads or multiple simultaneous users.
About Frontier
Frontier’s fastest option is up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload over copper, enough for basic browsing, streaming, and video calls but less comfortable for busy households. Since all of its listed plans use copper and can drop to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, as Frontier may be best treated as a basic fallback.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 89% of all internet options in New York
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload11Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Ithaca
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Ithaca, so consider checking other providers first. Its best plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 11/100, below the city average of 68, while Viasat Unleashed drops to up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a score of 1/100; both satellite plans are available to 100.0% of the city.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Ithaca, so check your address for fiber or cable before choosing it. Its satellite Essentials plan is available to 100.0% of the city and offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, while Unleashed costs $99.99/mo for up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, with Speed Scores of 11/100 and 1/100, so both may be adequate for basic browsing but less suitable for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Ithaca
All 16 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 16 plans
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload85Our score$60$70Per month~78.5%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload62Our score$55Per month~99.9%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload62Our score$85Per month~99.9%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload62Our score$130Per month~99.9%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload69Our score$40$50Per month~78.5%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$45$70Per month~53.8%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload69Our score$35$60Per month~53.8%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileRely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo354 MbpsDownload69Our score$50$60Per month~47.5%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload69Our score$70$80Per month~47.5%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload39Our score$30Per month~78.5%CoverageCable
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Ithaca
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Spectrum Internet Advantage for 100 Mbps where its 78.5% plan reach includes your address.
Spectrum leads Cornell University's ZIP 14853 with 85.5% combined listed cable coverage.
Check first: Symmetric 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber reaches only about 6% citywide, so do not assume it at your.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Point Broadband Fiber Holding LLC's 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber where its roughly 12% reach serves your address.
Its limited Ithaca footprint makes symmetric fiber a targeted option for addresses it actually serves.
Check first: Verify eligibility: the provider's fiber reaches about 12% citywide, not every Ithaca address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Spectrum Internet Gig for 1,000 Mbps where its 78.5% plan reach serves your address.
Spectrum cable reaches 84.8% in both ZIP 14851 and ZIP 14852, the strongest listed local coverage.
Check first: Spectrum's 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches only about 6% citywide; confirm the delivered technology.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose HughesNet Lite for 25 Mbps, reaching 100% of Ithaca, when other listed options are unavailable.
HughesNet's basic satellite footprint reaches approximately 100% citywide, providing the broadest listed reach.
Check first: Confirm the exact address before ordering, even though HughesNet Lite itself reaches 100% of the city.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Ithaca
Fall Creek
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Cable coverage in Fall Creek.
In Fall Creek, Spectrum cable reaches 42.2%, while its listed 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable tier reaches 28.3%.
Cornell University
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for High-capacity service in Cornell University's ZIP.
ZIP 14853 lists Spectrum at 54.4% for 1,000/1,000 Mbps cable and 31.1% for 1,000/35 Mbps cable.
ZIP 14851
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad Spectrum cable availability.
Spectrum cable reaches 84.8% in ZIP 14851; Starlink NGSO satellite reaches 6.7%.
ZIP 14852
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad Spectrum cable availability.
Spectrum cable reaches 84.8% in ZIP 14852; Starlink NGSO satellite reaches 6.7%.
Internet providers near Ithaca
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Ithaca, check the neighboring market directly.
Ithaca Internet FAQs
Which internet provider has the fastest plan in Ithaca, NY?
Ithaca's fastest listed tier is 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber, offered by Point Broadband Fiber Holding LLC across about 12% of the city. Other providers use different technology footprints, making address verification essential for service.
Can I get fiber internet in Fall Creek, Ithaca?
Yes—fiber is listed in Fall Creek's ZIP 14850 through Haefele Connect, reaching 6.0% of the ZIP. ZIP 14850 also lists Spectrum cable at 42.2% for 1,000/35 Mbps and 28.3% for 1,000/1,000 Mbps, but an address check is still necessary.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Ithaca, NY?
Spectrum Internet Advantage is the cheapest plan in Ithaca at a promotional starting rate of $30/mo for 100 Mbps, reaching 78.5% of the city. Confirm your address before ordering, because this plan's reach does not cover every Ithaca address.
What internet speed do I need for my Ithaca household?
A 100 Mbps tier is a practical listed starting point; Spectrum Internet Advantage reaches 78.5% of Ithaca. For heavier household demand, Spectrum Internet Premier offers 500 Mbps and Internet Gig 1,000 Mbps, with each plan reaching 78.5%, subject to address availability.
Is internet available in Fall Creek, Ithaca?
Yes—in Fall Creek ZIP 14850, Spectrum cable reaches 42.2% at 1,000/35 Mbps and 28.3% at 1,000/1,000 Mbps. Haefele Connect fiber reaches 6.0% there, while Starlink NGSO satellite reaches 5.8%, so verify the exact address before ordering.
How We Analyze Internet in Ithaca
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Ithaca report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Ithaca
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.