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Internet providers in Linden, 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?Linden internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Linden 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 Linden area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Linden residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 53% of those living in Linden.
There are five internet providers serving the Linden area, and 99.72% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Linden's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Linden
The largest internet providers in Linden are Verizon and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Linden.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Linden residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 53% of the area. Linden’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Linden residents.
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 Linden covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Linden 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 Linden, $41.99.
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 Linden, $2.10.
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 Linden. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Linden's providers, 321 Mbps.
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 about half of households in Linden covering 53% 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 Linden 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 Linden, $41.99.
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 Linden, $2.10.
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 Linden. These download speeds are available to 53% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Linden's providers, 321 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Linden covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Linden 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 Linden, $41.99.
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 Linden, $2.10.
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 Linden. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Linden's providers, 321 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Linden, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Linden, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Linden and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Linden at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Linden at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Linden 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 Linden?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Linden with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 53% of households in Linden. The next fastest internet provider in Linden is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 2.960% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Linden?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Linden with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Linden, $41.99.
Is fiber internet available in Linden?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Linden, covering 53% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
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.
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