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Shop the best Carteret internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from DSL, cable and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.17%
2 providers - 97.67%
3 providers - 0.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Carteret is comparable to the rest of New Jersey - 99%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Carteret area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Carteret residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Carteret, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Carteret area, and 97.67% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Carteret's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 200 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 255 Mbps | 358 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 164 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Carteret.
The largest internet providers in Carteret are Verizon, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Carteret.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Carteret residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 98% of the area. Carteret’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Carteret 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 Aug 9, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Carteret covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Carteret 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 Carteret, $52.49.
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 Carteret, $0.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Carteret. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Carteret's providers, 66 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 Aug 9, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Carteret covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Carteret residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Carteret, $52.49.
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 Carteret, $0.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Carteret. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carteret's providers, 66 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 Aug 9, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Carteret covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Carteret 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 Carteret, $52.49.
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 Carteret, $0.54.
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 Carteret. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Carteret's providers, 66 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Carteret with download speeds up to 200 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Carteret. The next fastest internet provider in Carteret is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Carteret with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Carteret, $52.49.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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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