| Provider | ||||
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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 54% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
XchangeTelecom  | - | - | DSL | 38% |
| XchangeTelecom | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.615% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 - 100%
2 providers - 99.71%
3 providers - 40.83%
4+ providers - 2.02%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lakewood 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 Lakewood area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Lakewood residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 55% of those living in Lakewood.
There are five internet providers serving the Lakewood area, and 99.71% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lakewood's five internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Lakewood are Verizon and Optimum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Lakewood.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Lakewood residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 54% of the area. Lakewood’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Lakewood 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 all households in Lakewood covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Lakewood 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Lakewood, $56.24.
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 Lakewood, $0.24.
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 Lakewood. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lakewood'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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to about half of households in Lakewood covering 54% 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 Lakewood than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lakewood, $56.24.
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 Lakewood, $0.24.
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 Lakewood. These download speeds are available to 54% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lakewood'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 Optimum offers broadband to all households in Lakewood covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lakewood residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Lakewood, $56.24.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lakewood, $0.24.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Lakewood. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lakewood's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Lakewood, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Lakewood, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Lakewood and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Lakewood at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lakewood at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Lakewood residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Lakewood with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Lakewood. The next fastest internet provider in Lakewood is XchangeTelecom, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 0.615% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Lakewood with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lakewood, $56.24.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lakewood, covering 54% of the city. XchangeTelecom also offers fiber internet in Lakewood and is available to 0.615% of households.
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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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