*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.28%
2 providers - 97.26%
3 providers - 3.13%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Ridgefield 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 Ridgefield area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Ridgefield residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 82% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 19% of those living in Ridgefield.
There are five internet providers serving the Ridgefield area, and 97.26% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ridgefield's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optimum | 120.0 Mbps | 21.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Xfinity | 211.0 Mbps | 21.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ridgefield.
The largest internet providers in Ridgefield are Xfinity, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Ridgefield.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Ridgefield residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Ridgefield’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Ridgefield residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Ridgefield covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ridgefield residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ridgefield, $49.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ridgefield, $0.52.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Ridgefield. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ridgefield's providers, 163 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Ridgefield covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ridgefield 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Ridgefield, $49.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ridgefield, $0.52.
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 Ridgefield. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Ridgefield's providers, 163 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Ridgefield covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ridgefield 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Ridgefield, $49.99.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ridgefield, $0.52.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Ridgefield. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ridgefield's providers, 163 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Ridgefield with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Ridgefield. The next fastest internet provider in Ridgefield is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 3.192% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Ridgefield with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ridgefield, $49.99.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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