*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 - 99.36%
3 providers - 1.20%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 08901 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 08901 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 93% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.330% of those living in the 08901 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 08901 area, and 99.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 08901, 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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| Verizon | 133 Mbps | 104 Mbps | DSL |
| Optimum | 205 Mbps | 98 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in New Brunswick.
The largest internet providers serving the 08901 ZIP code are Verizon and Optimum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 08901 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 93% of the area. New Brunswick’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 08901 ZIP code.
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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 the 08901 ZIP code, covering 94% 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 $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 08901 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% 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 the 08901 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 08901 ZIP code 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 08901 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% 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 the 08901 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 08901 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 08901 ZIP code. 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 have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 08901 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 08901 and the greater New Brunswick area. 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 in the 08901 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in the 08901 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 08901. The next fastest internet provider in the 08901 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in the 08901 ZIP with service 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 serving the 08901 ZIP code, covering 93% of the city.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
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