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Ramsey, NJ internet providers

Provider
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic95%
Verizon $49.99 300 - 940 MbpsDSL85%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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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Ramsey internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Optimum

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    14318

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 100%

    2 providers - 100%

    3 providers - 9.99%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 85%

    Fiber - 95%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Ramsey 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 Ramsey area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Ramsey residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 85% of those living in Ramsey.

There are four internet providers serving the Ramsey area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ramsey's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Ramsey

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Optimum 143 Mbps 40 Mbps Cable
Verizon 127 Mbps 32 Mbps Fiber-optic

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ramsey.

Compare Ramsey internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Ramsey – 199 Mbps

    NJ – 154 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Ramsey – 127 Mbps

    NJ – 66 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ramsey.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Ramsey

The largest internet providers in Ramsey are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Ramsey.

Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Ramsey residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 85% of the area. Ramsey’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Ramsey residents.

Verizon fiber-optic internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

880 Mbps

Average availability

95%

*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 Ramsey covering 95% 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 Ramsey than other internet types.

Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Ramsey, $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 Ramsey, $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 Ramsey. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ramsey's providers, 348 Mbps.

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Verizon DSL internet

Provider
Verizon
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1 Mbps

Average availability

85%

*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 Ramsey covering 85% of the area.

DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Ramsey 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 Ramsey, $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 Ramsey, $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 Ramsey. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ramsey's providers, 348 Mbps.

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Optimum cable internet

Provider
Optimum
Starting price*
$40/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Ramsey covering 100% of the area.

Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ramsey 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 Ramsey, $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 Ramsey, $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 Ramsey. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ramsey's providers, 348 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Ramsey, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Ramsey, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Ramsey and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Ramsey at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ramsey at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Ramsey residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Ramsey with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Ramsey. The next fastest internet provider in Ramsey is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 95% of the area.

Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Ramsey with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ramsey, $56.24.

Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Ramsey, covering 95% of the city.

Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.

Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.

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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