Internet Providers in NYC, New York

Internet options in New York City

Moving to the Big Apple presents all sorts of new opportunities, including who you rely on for internet and TV service. To help you find the best internet provider for your new home, we’ve listed everything you need to know about the top providers below. Even if you aren’t moving, you may find that switching NYC internet providers could get you better services or a lower monthly rate.

Cable internet is the most widely available internet service in NYC, but DSL and fiber optic internet are also options in most areas. Available download speeds range from 1 to 1,000 Mbps, and internet plan pricing starts at under $50/mo. with most providers.

Top NYC residential internet providers

*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 03/30/21.

Compare the largest internet providers in New York City

The four largest internet providers in NYC are Verizon, Spectrum, Optimum and RCN. Your New York City address and the borough you live in will largely determine which providers and plans are available to you.

Verizon in NYC

Provider details:

Verizon High Speed Internet (DSL) is available throughout NYC. Verizon Fios, a 100% fiber connection, offers service primarily in parts of Brooklyn, the Bronx and Staten Island.

• One to three internet plan options depending on location
• Starting at $39.99-$79.99/mo.*
• Speeds 200 – up to 940 Mbps
• Fast upload speeds
• Bundle savings

Spectrum in NYC

Provider details:

Spectrum cable internet services are available throughout most of Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. Residents of western Brooklyn may also have Spectrum as an available internet provider.

• Three internet plan options
• Starting at $49.99-$109.99/mo.*
• Speeds 200 – 940 Mbps
• Modem included
• No data caps

Optimum in NYC

Provider details:

Optimum covers many areas where Spectrum is unavailable, including the Bronx and Brooklyn. Optimum coverage also extends east throughout much of Long Island and north into Yonkers and Eastchester, but is not available in Mount Vernon.

• Three internet plan options
• Starting at $40-$64.99/mo.*
• Speeds 200 – 400 Mbps
• Price for life guarantee
• Installation included with select plans

RCN in NYC

Provider details:

RCN is available in all boroughs except Staten Island, but residents of Manhattan and Queens are much more likely to be serviceable for RCN. Even in these two boroughs where RCN is most available, serviceability can vary from block to block.

• Four internet plan options
• Starting at $29.99-$68.33/mo.*
• Speeds 50 – 1,000 Mbps
• No contract required
• Installation included with select plans

*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 03/30/21.

Find out which NYC internet providers are available near you. Click “Shop providers” below to find New York City internet providers by ZIP code, or call to speak with our internet experts about specific providers and plans for your address.

Fastest internet in New York City

Cable and fiber optic internet providers in New York will be your best options for high-speed internet. And if you need fast upload speeds, look to fiber optic internet providers such as Verizon Fios. 

New York City’s fastest max advertised download speeds

• RCN – Cable internet with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps 
• Spectrum – Cable internet with download speeds up to 940 Mbps
• Verizon Fios –  Fiber optic internet with download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps
• EarthLink – Fiber optic internet with download speeds up 1,000 Mbps
• Suddenlink – Fiber optic internet with download speeds up to 940 Mbps

See if New York City’s fastest internet speeds are available in your area. Click below to check for high-speed cable and fiber optic internet providers in NYC.

Cheap internet service providers in New York City

If you’re looking for cheap NYC internet providers, most will offer plans for around $50/mo. or lower. Keep in mind that equipment fees, Wi-Fi service and other hidden fees can add to the overall monthly costs.

Cheap internet plans in NYC

• RCN 155 Mbps Internet – $29.99/mo.* for up to 155 Mbps
• Suddenlink Internet 100 – $35/mo.* for up to 100 Mbps
• EarthLink High Speed Internet 3 Mbps – $39.95/mo.* for up to 3 Mbps
• Verizon Fios 200/200 – $39.99/mo.* for 200 Mbps
• Optimum Internet 300 – $40.00/mo.* for up to 300 Mbps
• Spectrum Internet – $49.99/mo.* for up to 200 Mbps

*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 03/30/21.

Finding the cheapest New York internet plans starts with a search of available providers in your area. Click “Shop plans” to find providers in your ZIP code and compare starting prices.

Which provider offers the best benefits in New York City?

Spectrum internet

• Existing contract buyouts up to $500
• No data caps
• No contracts
• Free modem rental
• Free antivirus software
• Free HD channels and Free On Demand
• Access to Spectrum hotspots

Verizon Fios internet

• No contract options available
• Two-year price guarantee on all home service plans
• 24/7 TechSure support
• Free router rental with select internet plans
• Access to Verizon hotspots

Optimum internet

• Existing contract buyouts up to $500
• No annual contracts
• Risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee
• Exclusive discounts and promotional offers like a $100 Visa gift card when you order online

The best providers in NYC by borough

As one of the largest cities in the country, New York residents have a variety of internet providers to choose from, no matter which borough you live in. While options like HughesNet and Starry Internet are available almost everywhere in the city, faster fiber optic plans from Verizon and Optimum are only accessible in parts of the city.

Best internet providers in the Bronx

Top providers:

• HughesNet
• Optimum
• RCN
• Starry Internet
• Verizon

The Bronx has a good variety of internet service providers to choose from, with high-speed fiber optic plans from both Verizon Fios and Optimum. These are some of the best internet plans anywhere in the country, but if they’re not available at your address, you can also get fixed wireless service from Starry Internet or satellite internet from HughesNet. Keep in mind, though, these options are slower than cable and fiber for around the same price.

Best internet providers in Brooklyn

Top providers:

• HughesNet
• Optimum
• RCN
• Spectrum
• Starry Internet
• Verizon

Brooklyn is actually the borough with the most options for internet in the city. It has everything available in the Bronx, plus cable internet service from Spectrum. This offers a nice middle ground between fiber and satellite or fixed wireless. Spectrum’s plans in NYC go up to 200 Mbps and start at just $49.99/mo.

Best internet providers in Manhattan

Top providers:

• HughesNet
• RCN
• Spectrum
• Starry Internet
• Verizon

Spectrum is the best internet provider in Manhattan for speed, but it may not available to everyone in the borough. If you can’t get Spectrum, Verizon’s DSL service is also available, along with satellite internet from HughesNet and fixed wireless service from Starry Internet.

Best internet providers in Queens

• HughesNet
• RCN
• Spectrum
• Starry Internet
• Verizon

Verizon Fios is the best internet provider in Queens, offering up to 940 Mbps download speeds on its fiber optic plans. If you can’t get it at your address, Spectrum also offers quality cable internet service in most of the borough.

Best internet providers in Staten Island

• HughesNet
• Spectrum
• Verizon

Staten Island is also covered by Verizon Fios, and we’d recommend signing up for service if you can get it in your area. If it’s not available, Spectrum’s cable internet plans also go up to 940 Mbps, and HughesNet’s satellite internet is an option no matter where you live.