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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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.88%
2 providers - 90.26%
3 providers - 19.66%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 08520 ZIP code 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 08520 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 87% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 77% of those living in the 08520 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 08520 area, and 90.26% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 08520, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Optimum | 221 Mbps | 26 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 97 Mbps | 42 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 156 Mbps | 19 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Hightstown.
The largest internet providers serving the 08520 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 08520 ZIP code, covering 87% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 77% of the area. Hightstown’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 08520 ZIP code.
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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 27, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 08520 ZIP code, covering 87% 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 08520 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Hightstown, $41.99.
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 08520 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hightstown's providers, 163 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 08520 ZIP code, covering 77% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Hightstown, $41.99.
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 08520 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Hightstown's providers, 163 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 08520 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 08520 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 Hightstown, $41.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hightstown, $0.46.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 08520 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hightstown's providers, 163 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 08520 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 08520 and the greater Hightstown area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hightstown at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Hightstown at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 08520 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in the 08520 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 87% of households in 08520. The next fastest internet provider in the 08520 ZIP code is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 20% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 08520 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hightstown, $41.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 08520 ZIP code, covering 87% 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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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