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*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 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
43010
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.96%
3 providers - 8.71%
4+ providers - 0.01%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Hackensack 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 Hackensack area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Hackensack 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 98% of those living in Hackensack.
There are four internet providers serving the Hackensack area, and 99.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hackensack's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Hackensack
The largest internet providers in Hackensack are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Hackensack.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Hackensack residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 98% of the area. Hackensack’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Hackensack residents.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Hackensack covering 100% 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 Hackensack than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Hackensack, $45.00.
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 Hackensack. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hackensack's providers, 150 Mbps.
Verizon DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Hackensack covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Hackensack 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Hackensack, $45.00.
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 Hackensack. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Hackensack's providers, 150 Mbps.
Optimum cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Hackensack covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Hackensack residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Hackensack, $45.00.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hackensack, $0.40.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Hackensack. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hackensack's providers, 150 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Hackensack, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Hackensack, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Hackensack and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hackensack at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Hackensack residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Hackensack?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Hackensack with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Hackensack. The next fastest internet provider in Hackensack is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Hackensack?
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Hackensack with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hackensack, $45.00.
Is fiber internet available in Hackensack?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Hackensack, covering 100% of the city.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
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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