Compare 08690 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Trenton – 180 Mbps
NJ – 154 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Trenton – 74 Mbps
NJ – 66 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Trenton.
Internet providers in 08690
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?08690 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
15084
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 98.95%
3 providers - 8.09%
4+ providers - 0.78%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 08690 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 08690 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 94% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 69% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 20% of those living in the 08690 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 08690 area, and 98.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 08690, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Trenton
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 196 Mbps | 19 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 68 Mbps | 41 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Optimum | 161 Mbps | 22 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Trenton.
Top high-speed internet providers in 08690
The largest internet providers serving the 08690 ZIP code are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 08690 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 72% of the area. Trenton’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 08690 ZIP code.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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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 08690 ZIP code, covering 94% 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 08690 ZIP code 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 Trenton, $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 Trenton, $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 08690 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Trenton's providers, 361 Mbps.
Verizon DSL internet
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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 most households in the 08690 ZIP code, covering 72% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Trenton, $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 Trenton, $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 08690 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Trenton's providers, 361 Mbps.
Optimum cable internet
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Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in the 08690 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 08690 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 Trenton, $50.99.
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 Trenton, $0.26.
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 08690 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Trenton's providers, 361 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 08690 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 08690 and the greater Trenton area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Trenton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Trenton at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 08690 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 08690 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 08690 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 4.470% of households in 08690. The next fastest internet provider in the 08690 ZIP code is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 08690 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Trenton, $50.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 08690 ZIP code, covering 94% of the city.
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