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Warwick, RI Internet

Internet Providers in Warwick, RI

Compare every internet provider in Warwick, RI: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.

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The 30-Second Verdict

Updated
CoxBest overall
Coverage95%Speed Score84
VerizonBroad backup
Coverage98%Speed Score68
T-Mobile
Coverage83%Speed Score68
AT&T
Coverage37%Speed Score66

Cox Communications is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 95% of Warwick, making it the strongest citywide choice. Verizon is the safe fallback where Cox does not reach, offering mostly fiber with speeds up to 940/880 Mbps reaching about 98% of the city. In Apponaug, Cox dominates with about 87% coverage, while Verizon fiber reaches about 5%, and Oakland Beach is even more Cox-heavy at about 95%, with Verizon reaching about 1%.

ZIP 02888 follows the same pattern, with Cox at about 83% and Verizon fiber at about 5%, while ZIP 02887 gives Cox about 93% and Verizon about 7%, the best local fiber showing in these breakdowns. Buttonwoods and Conimicut can still vary by street, so do not assume a nearby Cox-heavy area guarantees the same address options. T-Mobile and AT&T are worth checking as budget fixed wireless alternatives, though their citywide footprints are smaller than the leading wired networks. For students at Community College of Rhode Island, verify the exact apartment address, especially where older DSL or copper infrastructure may affect Zoom, streaming, and gaming reliability.

Best Internet Providers in Warwick, RI

Speeds up to 2,000 Mbps

Plans range $50–$90 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 8 plans →


Coverage ~95% of city
Connection type Cable
84

Best plan here: Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig — faster than 84% of all internet options in Rhode Island

  • Go Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 monthsCable2,000 MbpsDownload84Our score$90Per month
  • Go Beyond Fast – Fiber 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 monthsCable2,000 MbpsDownload84Our score$90Per month
  • Go Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 monthsCable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$70Per month
  • Go Super Fast – Fiber 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 monthsCable1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$70Per month
  • Go Even Faster – Fiber 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 monthsCable500 MbpsDownload68Our score$50Per month
  • Go Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 monthsCable500 MbpsDownload68Our score$50Per month
  • Fast 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload66Our score$55Per month
  • Fast – Fiber 300 Mbps$55/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload66Our score$55Per month

Source: Cox Communications official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

84

Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.

Download 2,000 Mbps
Upload 100 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Low

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Excellent

Multi-device

Good

Gaming

Good

Whole home

Good

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Warwick

Cox Communications is a strong, competitive choice in Warwick, with a headline Speed Score of 84/100, well above the city average of 34. Its fiber options are a top-tier option, including up to 2,000 Mbps both ways for $90 per month, while its cable plans are a solid option for most households, including up to 2,000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload. Cox reaches about 95% of Warwick, but the fiber version may not be available at every address, so confirm the technology offered at yours.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Cox Communications

Cox Communications is a strong option in Warwick, with excellent cable plans offering up to 2,000 Mbps and a Speed Score of 84/100. Its fiber-labeled options can provide symmetrical speeds, including up to 2,000 Mbps both ways, but availability is address-dependent even though the listed plans reach about 95% of the city, so check your address to confirm which connection type you can get.

Available Plans

84
Cable
2000 Mbps Download
35 Mbps Upload
Coverage 94.6% of city

Speeds up to 940 Mbps

Plans range $49.99–$89.99 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 4 plans →


Coverage ~98% of city
Connection type Fiber, 5G Fixed Wireless
68

Best plan here: 1 Gig — faster than 68% of all internet options in Rhode Island

  • 1 Gig$89.99/mo for 12 months, then $99.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paper-free billing, new customers, credit approval required) · $200 Amazon Gift CardFiber940 MbpsDownload68Our score$89.99Per month
  • 500 Mbps$74.99/mo for 12 months, then $84.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift CardFiber500 MbpsDownload68Our score$74.99Per month
  • 300 Mbps$49.99/mo for 12 months (Auto Pay & paper-free billing required, new customers, Fios available in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift CardFiber300 MbpsDownload66Our score$49.99Per month
  • 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload66Our score$60Per month

Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

68

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 940 Mbps
Upload 880 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Low

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Excellent

Multi-device

Excellent

Gaming

Excellent

Whole home

Excellent

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Warwick

Fiber provides low-latency service for streaming, gaming, work, and multiple connected devices, with Verizon’s 1 Gig plan offering up to 940 Mbps download and 880 Mbps upload for $89.99 per month initially. Its 68/100 Speed Score is above Warwick’s city average of 34, and the plan is available to about 98% of the city, but confirm your address qualifies for fiber because Verizon’s other technology is 5G Home fixed wireless with different performance and availability.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Verizon

Verizon’s fiber plans offer excellent everyday performance, including symmetrical speeds up to 940 Mbps, 500 Mbps, or 300 Mbps, and fiber is available to about 98% of Warwick. That makes Verizon a strong choice for most households, but the fiber availability is address-dependent, while its 5G Home fallback reaches only about 6% of the city and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber first.

Available Plans

68
Fiber
940 Mbps Download
880 Mbps Upload
Coverage 98.0% of city
66
Licensed Fixed Wireless
300 Mbps Download
20 Mbps Upload
Coverage 5.4% of city
10
Licensed Fixed Wireless
50 Mbps Download
5 Mbps Upload
Coverage 0.6% of city

Speeds up to 500 Mbps

Plans range $35–$55 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 3 plans →


Coverage ~83% of cityfastest plan shown reaches ~50%
Connection type Fixed Wireless
68

Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 68% of all internet options in Rhode Island

  • T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload68Our score$45Per month
  • T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload68Our score$55Per month
  • T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload68Our score$35Per month

Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

68

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 500 Mbps
Upload 60 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Medium

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Good

Multi-device

Adequate

Gaming

Adequate

Whole home

Good

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Warwick

For budget-conscious households that need solid everyday connectivity, T-Mobile’s Rely Home Internet uses fixed wireless and offers up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35/mo, with a 68/100 Speed Score above Warwick’s 34 average. Fixed wireless is an adequate option but can be less consistent than wired service, and this plan is available to about 50% of Warwick, so check your address and bundle requirements before signing up.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About T-Mobile

T-Mobile can work well for households that want affordable, moderate-speed internet and already have a qualifying postpaid voice line, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload. Its 500 Mbps options are available to about 50% of Warwick and have a below-average 68/100 Speed Score, so service quality can vary by address and you should check whether faster fiber or cable is available before choosing it.

Available Plans

1
Licensed Fixed Wireless
25 Mbps Download
3 Mbps Upload
Coverage 25.7% of city
10
Licensed Fixed Wireless
100 Mbps Download
20 Mbps Upload
Coverage 24.3% of city

Speeds up to 300 Mbps

Plans range $40 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 1 plans →


Coverage ~37% of city
Connection type Fixed Wireless
66

Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 66% of all internet options in Rhode Island

  • AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload66Our score$40Per month

Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

66

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 300 Mbps
Upload 30 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) Medium

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Good

Multi-device

Adequate

Gaming

Adequate

Whole home

Good

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Warwick

At $40/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air provides up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload over fixed wireless, with a 66/100 Speed Score that is above Warwick’s 34 average. Fixed wireless offers more limited performance than fiber or cable, so consider checking other providers first, and confirm that this plan is available at your address because it reaches 36.8% of Warwick.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About AT&T

At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced option for everyday browsing, streaming, and smaller households. Its fixed wireless technology is adequate rather than top-tier, with a 66/100 Speed Score, and availability reaches about 37% of Warwick, so check your address before choosing it and compare any faster cable or fiber options first, especially for busy households, gaming, or heavy uploads.

Available Plans

1
Licensed Fixed Wireless
25 Mbps Download
3 Mbps Upload
Coverage 30.7% of city
10
Licensed Fixed Wireless
100 Mbps Download
20 Mbps Upload
Coverage 6.1% of city

Speeds up to 100 Mbps

Plans range $39.99–$94.99 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 3 plans →


Coverage ~100% of city
Connection type Satellite
10

Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 90% of all internet options in Rhode Island

  • Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload10Our score$94.99Per month
  • Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload10Our 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

10

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 100 Mbps
Upload 5 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) High

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Poor

Multi-device

Poor

Gaming

Poor

Whole home

Poor

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Warwick

At $49.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $74.99, HughesNet Select buys you up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 10/100 Speed Score is below Warwick’s city average of 34. Satellite service is a limited-performance choice compared with other technologies, so consider checking what else is available at your address before committing; Select is listed as available to 100.0% of Warwick.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About HughesNet

At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service has a low 10/100 Speed Score and may feel limited for modern households. It can be a practical fallback where faster internet is unavailable, though you should check your address for fiber or cable first, since satellite coverage reaches 100% of Warwick but may come with higher latency and less consistent performance.

Available Plans

10
Gso Satellite
100 Mbps Download
5 Mbps Upload
Coverage 100.0% of city

Speeds up to 55 Mbps

Plans range $69.99–$99.99 /mo * Refreshed Sep 15, 2026See all 2 plans →


Coverage ~100% of city
Connection type Satellite
10

Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 90% of all internet options in Rhode Island

  • Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload10Our score$69.99Per month
  • Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload10Our score$99.99Per month

Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address

SPEED SCORE

10

Below-average advertised speed for the state

This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.

Download 55 Mbps
Upload 4 Mbps
Typical latency (by technology) High

The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.

EST. CAPABILITIES

Streaming

Poor

Multi-device

Poor

Gaming

Poor

Whole home

Poor

THE TAKEAWAY

Our recommendation for Warwick

Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 10/100, below Warwick’s city average of 34. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month; both satellite plans are available to 100% of Warwick. Because satellite service can have higher latency than wired connections, check what other providers and technologies reach your specific address before choosing.

Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.

About Viasat Inc

Viasat Inc is a basic fallback rather than a first choice, so check whether faster internet is available at your address before signing up. Its satellite plans cover 100% of Warwick, but the fastest option is Viasat Essentials at up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with a Speed Score of 10/100, which may be limiting for modern households, especially with multiple users or heavy streaming.

Available Plans

10
Gso Satellite
100 Mbps Download
3 Mbps Upload
Coverage 100.0% of city

Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Warwick

All 24 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 24 plans

  • Cox CommunicationsGo Beyond Fast 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 months2,000 MbpsDownload84Our score$90Per month~94.6%CoverageCable
  • Cox CommunicationsGo Beyond Fast – Fiber 2 Gig$90/mo for 12 months2,000 MbpsDownload84Our score$90Per month~94.6%CoverageCable
  • Cox CommunicationsGo Super Fast 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 months1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$70Per month~94.6%CoverageCable
  • Cox CommunicationsGo Super Fast – Fiber 1 Gig$70/mo for 12 months1,000 MbpsDownload82Our score$70Per month~94.6%CoverageCable
  • StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload68Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
  • Verizon500 Mbps$74.99/mo for 12 months, then $84.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift Card500 MbpsDownload68Our score$74.99$84.99Per month~98%CoverageFiber
  • Verizon1 Gig$89.99/mo for 12 months, then $99.99/mo (w/ AutoPay & paper-free billing, new customers, credit approval required) · $200 Amazon Gift Card940 MbpsDownload68Our score$89.99$99.99Per month~98%CoverageFiber
  • Verizon300 Mbps$49.99/mo for 12 months (Auto Pay & paper-free billing required, new customers, Fios available in select areas) · $100 Amazon Gift Card300 MbpsDownload66Our score$49.99Per month~98%CoverageFiber
  • Cox CommunicationsGo Even Faster – Fiber 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 months500 MbpsDownload68Our score$50Per month~94.6%CoverageCable
  • Cox CommunicationsGo Even Faster 500 Mbps$50/mo for 12 months500 MbpsDownload68Our score$50Per month~94.6%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 Warwick

Best Fit

Students & Roommates

Choose Cox Communications cable for multi-device use, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps where available.

Cox reaches about 95% of Warwick, supporting shared streaming, studying, and gaming.

Check first: Confirm Cox availability and technology at the exact address before ordering.

Best Fit

Remote Workers

Choose Verizon fiber for consistent work connectivity, with 940/880 Mbps available across about 98% of Warwick.

Verizon's fiber footprint is broader than Cox's and supports demanding video calls and uploads.

Check first: Verify fiber service at the address because neighborhood availability can vary.

Best Fit

Gamers & Streamers

Choose Cox Communications for up to 2,000 Mbps cable service reaching about 95% of Warwick.

Its highest listed tier is the city's fastest where available.

Check first: Confirm the address receives the 2,000 Mbps tier, not merely Cox service.

Best Fit

Rural & Edge-of-City Homes

Use Verizon where available; otherwise consider Starlink, which is available everywhere.

Verizon reaches about 98% overall, while satellite service covers every address.

Check first: Check exact wired availability before relying on Verizon's broader footprint.

Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Warwick

Apponaug 02886

Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Fast shared household service.

Cox reaches about 87% of Apponaug, while Verizon fiber reaches about 5%.

Oakland Beach 02889

Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.

Cox reaches about 95% of Oakland Beach, with Verizon fiber reaching about 1%.

ZIP 02888

Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for High-speed cable plans.

Cox reaches about 83% of ZIP 02888, while Verizon fiber reaches about 5%.

ZIP 02887

Cox Communications is currently the strongest option for Broadband coverage.

Cox reaches about 93% of ZIP 02887, while Verizon fiber reaches about 7%.

Internet providers near Warwick

Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Warwick, check the neighboring market directly.

Warwick Internet FAQs

Who is the best internet provider in Warwick, RI?

Cox Communications is the best overall, offering cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 95% of Warwick. Verizon is the fastest alternative where available, with 940/880 Mbps fiber reaching about 98%, so check both providers at your address.

What is the fastest internet in Warwick, RI?

Cox Communications offers Warwick's fastest listed tier: 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 95% of the city. It is the fastest qualifying option at meaningful coverage; availability depends on the address, so confirm that Cox's 2 Gig tier is offered.

Which internet provider covers the most of Warwick, RI?

Verizon has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 98% of Warwick, while seven providers are listed overall. Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat are available everywhere, making satellite the fallback when wired service does not reach an address.

What is the cheapest internet plan in Warwick, RI?

T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps is the cheapest listed plan at $35/mo promotional pricing, reaching 50% of Warwick. The rate requires a qualifying credit, postpaid wireless line, and new Internet line, with the bundle required.

Can I get fiber internet in Warwick?

Verizon's 940/880 Mbps fiber reaches about 98% of Warwick, while Cox fiber tiers reach about 95%. Check the exact address because a provider's overall footprint does not guarantee its fiber technology there.

What internet speed do I need in Warwick?

A 300 Mbps plan covers common remote work, streaming, and gaming needs, with Verizon 300 Mbps reaching about 98% of Warwick. Larger households can choose Cox's 1,000 or 2,000 Mbps tiers where available for heavier simultaneous use.

Is internet available near Apponaug Village?

Cox Communications reaches about 87% of Apponaug's ZIP 02886, while Verizon fiber reaches about 5%. Check your exact Apponaug Village address because ZIP-level coverage does not confirm service at every property.

How We Analyze Internet in Warwick

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

A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.

Coverage Calculation

Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Warwick report service availability from each provider.

Data Coverage for Warwick

ZIP Codes Analyzed:
02886028870288802889
Census Tracts: 24 tracts
Census Blocks: 2,280 blocks analyzed

How We Calculate Speed Score

The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?

What goes in:

  • The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
  • Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.

Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed

A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.

What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.

How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.

Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.

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.