*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 98.42%
3 providers - 2.20%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick area will have access to DSL, which covers 94% of New Brunswick residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.870% of those living in New Brunswick.
There are four internet providers serving the New Brunswick area, and 98.42% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among New Brunswick's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Optimum | 205 Mbps | 98 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 150 Mbps | 104 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in New Brunswick.
The largest internet providers in New Brunswick are Verizon and Optimum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to New Brunswick.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all New Brunswick residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 91% of the area. New Brunswick’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of New Brunswick 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in New Brunswick covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick, $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 New Brunswick, $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 New Brunswick. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all New Brunswick'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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in New Brunswick covering 91% 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 New Brunswick than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in New Brunswick, $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 New Brunswick, $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 New Brunswick. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all New Brunswick'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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in New Brunswick covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but New Brunswick 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 New Brunswick, $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 New Brunswick, $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 New Brunswick. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all New Brunswick's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of New Brunswick, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside New Brunswick, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in New Brunswick and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in New Brunswick at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in New Brunswick at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many New Brunswick residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in New Brunswick with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in New Brunswick. The next fastest internet provider in New Brunswick is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 95% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in New Brunswick with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in New Brunswick, $56.24.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in New Brunswick, covering 91% of the city.
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.
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.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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