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Internet providers in Clayton, NJ

Clayton, NJ internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic89%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL74%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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Clayton internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Clayton 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 Clayton area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Clayton residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 40% of those living in Clayton.

There are four internet providers serving the Clayton area, and 96.20% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Clayton's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in Clayton

The largest internet providers in Clayton are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Clayton.

Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Clayton residents, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 74% of the area. Clayton’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Clayton residents.

Verizon fiber-optic internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

880 Mbps

Average availability

89%

Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Clayton covering 89% 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 Clayton 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 Clayton, $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 Clayton, $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 Clayton. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 351 Mbps.

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Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

74%

DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Clayton covering 74% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Clayton 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 Clayton, $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 Clayton, $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 Clayton. These download speeds are available to 74% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 351 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

10 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Clayton covering 100% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Clayton 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 Clayton, $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 Clayton, $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 Clayton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 351 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Clayton, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Clayton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Clayton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Clayton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Clayton at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Clayton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Clayton with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Clayton. The next fastest internet provider in Clayton is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 89% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Clayton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Clayton, $53.74.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Clayton, covering 89% 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.

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