| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.966% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
ClearSKY Systems  | $59.95 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| XLBroadband | - | 25 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 41% |
| Urban Communications | - | 30 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 15% |
*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 - 99.15%
2 providers - 0%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Manhattan is comparable to the rest of Illinois - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Manhattan area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Manhattan residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 59% of those living in Manhattan.
There are seven internet providers serving the Manhattan area. Among Manhattan's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Manhattan are AT&T, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Manhattan.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Manhattan residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Manhattan’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Manhattan 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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Manhattan covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Manhattan 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Manhattan, $55.98.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Manhattan, $2.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Manhattan. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Manhattan's providers, 273 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 Manhattan covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Manhattan 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Manhattan, $55.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Manhattan, $2.67.
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 Manhattan. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Manhattan's providers, 273 Mbps.
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Manhattan covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Manhattan 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 Manhattan, $55.98.
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 Manhattan, $2.67.
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 Manhattan. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Manhattan's providers, 273 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Manhattan with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Manhattan. The next fastest internet provider in Manhattan is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 5.966% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Manhattan with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Manhattan, $55.98.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Manhattan, covering 5.966% of the city.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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