*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 - 99.73%
2 providers - 97.50%
3 providers - 5.40%
4+ providers - 0.12%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Jersey City 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 Jersey City area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Jersey City residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 88% of those living in Jersey City.
There are five internet providers serving the Jersey City area, and 97.50% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Jersey City's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Jersey City are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Jersey City.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Jersey City residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 94% of the area. Jersey City’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of Jersey City 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Jersey City covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Jersey City 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 Jersey City, $50.99.
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 Jersey City, $0.26.
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 Jersey City. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Jersey City's providers, 361 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Jersey City covering 94% 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 Jersey City 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 Jersey City, $50.99.
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 Jersey City, $0.26.
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 Jersey City. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Jersey City's providers, 361 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 nearly all households in Jersey City covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Jersey City 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 Jersey City, $50.99.
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 Jersey City, $0.26.
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 Jersey City. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Jersey City's providers, 361 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Jersey City, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Jersey City, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Jersey City and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Jersey City at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Jersey City at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Jersey City residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Jersey City with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Jersey City. The next fastest internet provider in Jersey City is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 2.340% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Jersey City with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Jersey City, $50.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Jersey City, covering 94% of the city.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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