*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%
2 providers - 98.86%
3 providers - 48.24%
4+ providers - 11.78%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 07069 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 07069 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 95% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 46% of those living in the 07069 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 07069 area, and 98.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 07069, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Optimum | 86 Mbps | 23 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 127 Mbps | 60 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 176 Mbps | 23 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Watchung.
The largest internet providers serving the 07069 ZIP code are Verizon and Xfinity bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 07069 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 90% of the area. Watchung’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 48% of residents in the 07069 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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 07069 ZIP code, 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 07069 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 Watchung, $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 Watchung, $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 07069 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Watchung's providers, 357 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.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in the 07069 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 Watchung, $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 Watchung, $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 07069 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Watchung's providers, 357 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 Xfinity offers broadband to about half of households in the 07069 ZIP code, covering 48% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 07069 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 Watchung, $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 Watchung, $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 07069 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 48% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Watchung's providers, 357 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 07069 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 07069 and the greater Watchung area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Watchung at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Watchung at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 07069 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 07069 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 48% of households in 07069. The next fastest internet provider in the 07069 ZIP code is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 07069 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Watchung, $50.99.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 07069 ZIP code, covering 95% of the city.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
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