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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 99% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 83% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.455% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 - 99.91%
2 providers - 99.18%
3 providers - 97.96%
4+ providers - 1.55%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Newton is comparable to the rest of Massachusetts - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Newton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Newton residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 82% of those living in Newton.
There are five internet providers serving the Newton area, and 99.18% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Newton's five internet providers, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Newton are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Newton.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Newton residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 83% of the area. Newton’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Newton 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 all households in Newton covering 99% 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 Newton 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 Newton, $48.19.
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 Newton, $0.19.
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 Newton. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 798 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 nearly all households in Newton covering 83% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Newton 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 Newton, $48.19.
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 Newton, $0.19.
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 Newton. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 798 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 all households in Newton covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Newton 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 Newton, $48.19.
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 Newton, $0.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Newton. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Newton's providers, 798 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Newton, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Newton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Newton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Newton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Newton at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Newton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Newton with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Newton. The next fastest internet provider in Newton is Astound, offering download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in Newton with plans starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Newton, $48.19.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Newton, covering 99% of the city. Astound also offers fiber internet in Newton and is available to 6.455% of households.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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