*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 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.58%
2 providers - 99.56%
3 providers - 1.47%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
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 fiber-optic, which covers 99% of Harrison residents. Cable 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 90% of those living in Harrison.
There are four internet providers serving the Harrison area, and 99.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Harrison's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
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.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Harrison, $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 Harrison, $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 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.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Harrison, $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 Harrison, $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 Harrison. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Harrison's providers, 351 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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, $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 Harrison, $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 Harrison. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Harrison's providers, 351 Mbps.
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 $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Harrison at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Harrison residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Harrison with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Harrison. The next fastest internet provider in Harrison is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
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, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Harrison, covering 99% of the city.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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