*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 - 99.88%
2 providers - 99.84%
3 providers - 9.75%
4+ providers - 1.11%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Plainfield 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 Plainfield area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Plainfield residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 89% of those living in Plainfield.
There are five internet providers serving the Plainfield area, and 99.84% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Plainfield's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Plainfield are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Plainfield.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Plainfield residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 89% of the area. Plainfield’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Plainfield 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Plainfield covering 99% 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 Plainfield 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 Plainfield, $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 Plainfield, $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 Plainfield. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 358 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Plainfield covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Plainfield 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 Plainfield, $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 Plainfield, $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 Plainfield. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 358 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 all households in Plainfield covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Plainfield 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 Plainfield, $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 Plainfield, $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 Plainfield. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Plainfield's providers, 358 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Plainfield, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Plainfield, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Plainfield and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Plainfield at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Plainfield at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Plainfield residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Plainfield with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Plainfield. The next fastest internet provider in Plainfield is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 7.613% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Plainfield with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Plainfield, $50.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Plainfield, covering 99% of the city.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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