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Monroe, NY internet providers

Provider
Frontier $54.99 VariesDSL95%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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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Monroe internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: Optimum

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    8586

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 100%

    2 providers - 95.46%

    3 providers - 0.51%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 100%

    Fiber - 82%

    Source: FCC

At 100%, broadband coverage in Monroe 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 Monroe area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Monroe residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 82% of those living in Monroe.

There are four internet providers serving the Monroe area, and 95.46% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Monroe's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Monroe

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Optimum 171 Mbps 25 Mbps Cable
Frontier 45 Mbps 8 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Monroe.

Compare Monroe internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Monroe – 154 Mbps

    NY – 137 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Monroe – 26 Mbps

    NY – 66 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Monroe.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Monroe

The largest internet providers in Monroe are Frontier, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Monroe.

DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Monroe residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Monroe’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Monroe residents.

Frontier DSL internet

Provider
Frontier
Starting price*
$54.99/mo.
Max download speed

Varies

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

95%

*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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Monroe covering 95% of the area.

DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Monroe 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 Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Monroe, $57.49.

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Optimum cable internet

Provider
Optimum
Starting price*
$40/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Monroe covering 100% of the area.

Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Monroe 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 Monroe, $57.49.

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 Monroe, $0.51.

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 Monroe. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monroe's providers, 146 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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.

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Monroe covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Monroe 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Monroe, $57.49.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Monroe, $0.51.

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 Monroe. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Monroe's providers, 146 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Monroe with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Monroe. The next fastest internet provider in Monroe is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.

Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Monroe with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Monroe, $57.49.

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.

Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.

Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.

Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.

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