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Delaware, NJ internet providers

Provider
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL100%
Blue Ridge Communications $34.95 100 - 1,000 MbpsCable100%
Blue Ridge Communications $34.95 100 - 1,000 MbpsFiber-optic100%
Service Electric Broadband Cable $NaN [object Object] - [object Object] MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.

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Delaware internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Blue Ridge Communications

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    150

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    2 provider - 100%

    3 providers - 100%

    3 providers - 0%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 0.000%

    DSL - 100%

    Fiber - 100%

    Source: FCC

At 0%, broadband coverage in Delaware is much lower than the rest of New Jersey - 99%, and much lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the Delaware area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Delaware residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No cable providers are currently available in Delaware, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are five internet providers serving the Delaware area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Delaware's five internet providers, prices start at $NaN and available download speeds reach up to null Mbps.

Compare Delaware internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Delaware – Mbps

    NJ – 154 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Delaware – Mbps

    NJ – 66 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Delaware.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Delaware

The largest internet providers in Delaware are CenturyLink and Blue Ridge Communications bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to Delaware.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all Delaware residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Blue Ridge Communications, which covers 100% of the area. Delaware’s third most-available internet provider, Blue Ridge Communications, offers fiber-optic to around 100% of Delaware residents.

CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in Delaware covering 100% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Delaware 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Delaware, $54.98.

CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Delaware, $NaN.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Delaware. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Delaware's providers, 249 Mbps.

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Blue Ridge Communications cable internet

Provider

Blue Ridge Communications

Starting price*
$34.95/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

5 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

Cable from Blue Ridge Communications offers broadband to all households in Delaware covering 100% of the area.

Blue Ridge Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Delaware residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Blue Ridge Communications start at $34.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Delaware, $54.98.

Blue Ridge Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.35 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Delaware, $NaN.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Blue Ridge Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Delaware. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Delaware's providers, 249 Mbps.

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Blue Ridge Communications fiber-optic internet

Provider

Blue Ridge Communications

Starting price*
$34.95/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Sep 23, 2022.

Fiber-optic from Blue Ridge Communications offers broadband to all households in Delaware covering 100% of the area.

Fiber-optic service from Blue Ridge Communications is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Delaware than other internet types.

Internet prices for Blue Ridge Communications start at $34.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Delaware, $54.98.

Blue Ridge Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.35 per Mbps, cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Delaware, $NaN.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Blue Ridge Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Delaware. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Delaware's providers, 249 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

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

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

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Blue Ridge Communications is the fastest internet provider in Delaware with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Delaware. The next fastest internet provider in Delaware is Blue Ridge Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.

Blue Ridge Communications offers the cheapest internet in Delaware with plans starting at $34.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Delaware, $54.98.

Blue Ridge Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Delaware, covering 100% of the city.

The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.

Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.

There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.

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