*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 - 99.73%
2 providers - 97.29%
3 providers - 3.80%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Newark is comparable to the rest of Delaware - 99%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Newark area will have access to cable, which covers 95% of Newark residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 79% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 53% of those living in Newark.
There are four internet providers serving the Newark area, and 97.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Newark's four 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 |
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| Xfinity | 179.0 Mbps | 18.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 43.0 Mbps | 9.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Newark.
The largest internet providers in Newark are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Newark.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Newark residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 65% of the area. Newark’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of Newark 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Newark covering 97% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Verizon is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Newark than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Newark, $53.74.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newark, $0.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps in Newark. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newark's providers, 348 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Newark covering 65% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Newark 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 Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Newark, $53.74.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Newark, $0.31.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Newark. These download speeds are available to 65% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newark's providers, 348 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Newark covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Newark 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 Newark, $53.74.
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 Newark, $0.31.
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 Newark. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newark's providers, 348 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Newark, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Newark, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Newark and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Newark at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Newark at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Newark residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Newark with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Newark. The next fastest internet provider in Newark is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Newark with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Newark, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Newark, covering 97% of the city.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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