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Internet providers in South Amboy, 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 27, 2022.
Need help?South Amboy internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8631
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.94%
3 providers - 2.43%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in South Amboy 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 South Amboy area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of South Amboy residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 66% of those living in South Amboy.
There are four internet providers serving the South Amboy area, and 99.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among South Amboy's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in South Amboy
The largest internet providers in South Amboy are Optimum, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to South Amboy.
Cable internet from Optimum is available to nearly all South Amboy residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. South Amboy’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of South Amboy residents.
Optimum cable 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 27, 2022.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in South Amboy covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but South Amboy residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in South Amboy, $46.66.
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 South Amboy, $0.42.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 400 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in South Amboy. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all South Amboy's providers, 150 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 27, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in South Amboy covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of South Amboy where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in South Amboy, $46.66.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in South Amboy, $0.42.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in South Amboy. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all South Amboy's providers, 150 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in South Amboy covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of South Amboy where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in South Amboy, $46.66.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in South Amboy, $0.42.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in South Amboy. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all South Amboy's providers, 150 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in South Amboy?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in South Amboy with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 66% of households in South Amboy. The next fastest internet provider in South Amboy is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in South Amboy?
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in South Amboy with plans starting at $40/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in South Amboy, $46.66.
Is fiber internet available in South Amboy?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in South Amboy, covering 66% of the city.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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