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Internet providers in Mount Sinai, 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?Mount Sinai internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Mount Sinai 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 Mount Sinai area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Mount Sinai residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 25% of those living in Mount Sinai.
There are four internet providers serving the Mount Sinai area, and 96.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Mount Sinai's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Mount Sinai
The largest internet providers in Mount Sinai are Verizon and Optimum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Mount Sinai.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Mount Sinai residents, covering 95% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 25% of the area. Mount Sinai’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Mount Sinai residents.
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 nearly all households in Mount Sinai covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Mount Sinai 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 Mount Sinai, $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 Mount Sinai, $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 Mount Sinai. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Mount Sinai's providers, 154 Mbps.
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 some, but not many households in Mount Sinai covering 25% 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 Mount Sinai than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Mount Sinai, $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 Mount Sinai, $2.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 150 Mbps in Mount Sinai. These download speeds are available to 25% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Mount Sinai's providers, 154 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 Mount Sinai covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Mount Sinai 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 Mount Sinai, $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 Mount Sinai, $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 Mount Sinai. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mount Sinai's providers, 154 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Mount Sinai, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Mount Sinai, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Mount Sinai and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Mount Sinai at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Mount Sinai 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 Mount Sinai?
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Mount Sinai with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Mount Sinai. The next fastest internet provider in Mount Sinai is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 25% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Mount Sinai?
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Mount Sinai with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mount Sinai, $45.00.
Is fiber internet available in Mount Sinai?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Mount Sinai, covering 25% of the city.
How do I change internet providers?
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.
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%.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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