Shop the best Long Beach internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, fiber-optic and DSL providers in your area.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.12%
3 providers - 0.09%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Long Beach 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 Long Beach area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Long Beach residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 97% of those living in Long Beach.
There are four internet providers serving the Long Beach area, and 99.12% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Long Beach's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Optimum | 176 Mbps | 34 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 142 Mbps | 80 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Long Beach.
The largest internet providers in Long Beach are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Long Beach.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Long Beach residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 97% of the area. Long Beach’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Long Beach residents.
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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 all households in Long Beach covering 99% 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 Long Beach than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Long Beach, $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 Long Beach, $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 Long Beach. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Long Beach's providers, 351 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 Long Beach covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Long Beach 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 Long Beach, $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 Long Beach, $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 Long Beach. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Long Beach's providers, 351 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 Optimum offers broadband to all households in Long Beach covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Long Beach 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 Long Beach, $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 Long Beach, $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 Long Beach. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Long Beach's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Long Beach, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Long Beach, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Long Beach and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Long Beach at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Long Beach at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Long Beach residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Long Beach with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Long Beach. The next fastest internet provider in Long Beach is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Long Beach with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Long Beach, $56.24.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Long Beach, covering 99% of the city.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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