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Internet providers in Norwalk, CT
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Norwalk internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Norwalk is comparable to the rest of Connecticut - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Norwalk area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Norwalk residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Norwalk, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Norwalk area, and 93.33% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Norwalk's five internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Norwalk
The largest internet providers in Norwalk are Frontier, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Norwalk.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Norwalk residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Norwalk’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Norwalk residents.
Frontier DSL internet
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DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Norwalk covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Norwalk to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Norwalk, $41.99.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norwalk, $2.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Norwalk. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Norwalk's providers, 119 Mbps.
Optimum cable internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Norwalk covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Norwalk residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Norwalk, $41.99.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norwalk, $2.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Norwalk. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Norwalk's providers, 119 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Norwalk covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Norwalk where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Norwalk, $41.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Norwalk, $2.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Norwalk. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Norwalk's providers, 119 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Norwalk?
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Norwalk with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Norwalk. The next fastest internet provider in Norwalk is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Norwalk?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Norwalk with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Norwalk, $41.99.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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