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Internet providers in East Meadow, NY
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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 1, 2020.
Need help?East Meadow internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in East Meadow is comparable to the rest of New York - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the East Meadow area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of East Meadow residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 78% of those living in East Meadow.
There are four internet providers serving the East Meadow area, and 99.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among East Meadow's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in East Meadow
The largest internet providers in East Meadow are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to East Meadow.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all East Meadow residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 78% of the area. East Meadow’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of East Meadow residents.
Verizon fiber-optic 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 1, 2020.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in East Meadow covering 98% 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 East Meadow than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in East Meadow, $45.00.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in East Meadow, $2.05.
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 East Meadow. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all East Meadow's providers, 351 Mbps.
Verizon DSL 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 1, 2020.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in East Meadow covering 78% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in East Meadow 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 $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in East Meadow, $45.00.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in East Meadow, $2.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 15 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in East Meadow. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all East Meadow's providers, 351 Mbps.
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 1, 2020.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in East Meadow covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but East Meadow residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in East Meadow, $45.00.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in East Meadow, $2.05.
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 East Meadow. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all East Meadow's providers, 351 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of East Meadow, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside East Meadow, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in East Meadow and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in East Meadow at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many East Meadow residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in East Meadow?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in East Meadow with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in East Meadow. The next fastest internet provider in East Meadow is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in East Meadow?
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in East Meadow with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in East Meadow, $45.00.
Is fiber internet available in East Meadow?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in East Meadow, covering 98% of the city.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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.
How do I get cheaper internet?
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.
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