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Internet providers in Harrison, NJ
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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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Harrison internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Harrison 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 Harrison area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Harrison residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in Harrison.
There are five internet providers serving the Harrison area, and 99.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Harrison's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Harrison
The largest internet providers in Harrison are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Harrison.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Harrison residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 89% of the area. Harrison’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Harrison 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Harrison 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 Harrison than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Harrison, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Harrison, $2.14.
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 Harrison. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Harrison's providers, 351 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Harrison covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Harrison 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 Harrison, $44.99.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Harrison, $2.14.
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 Harrison. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Harrison's providers, 351 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Harrison covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Harrison 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 Harrison, $44.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Harrison, $2.14.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Harrison. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Harrison's providers, 351 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Harrison, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Harrison, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Harrison and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Harrison at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Harrison at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Harrison 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 Harrison?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Harrison with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Harrison. The next fastest internet provider in Harrison is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Harrison?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Harrison with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Harrison, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Harrison?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Harrison, covering 99% of the city.
What are my internet options?
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.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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%.
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