Internet providers in Poughkeepsie, NY
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Internet options in Poughkeepsie, NY
If you’re moving to Poughkeepsie or its surrounding areas, don’t forget to set up internet and TV services in your new home to ensure a seamless relocation. Even if you’re staying in the area, you can often get better pricing or more perks just by switching providers. Use Allconnect® to find and compare internet and cable services in the Poughkeepsie area with just a few clicks.
Poughkeepsie internet at a glance
There are six internet providers serving the Poughkeepsie area. Depending on your Poughkeepsie ZIP code and address, you might be able to choose from multiple internet types and providers.
Internet availability in Poughkeepsie, NY
Cable – 75%
DSL – 82%
Fiber-optic – 94%
Poughkeepsie, NY, 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 11/16/19.
Compare the largest internet providers in Poughkeepsie
The three major internet providers with the most extensive coverage in Poughkeepsie are Spectrum, Verizon and HughesNet. Here’s a look at their availability, internet plan options, pricing and features.

Provider details:
Spectrum’s cable internet is available to 75% of Poughkeepsie and surrounding areas. It also offers free access to Wi-Fi hotspots throughout the area to its customers.
- Three internet plans
- Starting at $49.99/mo.*
- Modem included in all plans
- TV and home phone bundles
Spectrum store locations:
- 12 Reservoir Square, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Provider details:
Verizon’s fiber-optic internet network covers 94% of the Poughkeepsie area and delivers maximum download speeds of 940 Mbps.
- Two internet plans
- Starting at $39.99/mo*
- 30-day worry-free guarantee
- Standard setup charge is waived
Verizon store locations:
- 2544 South Rd., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
- 661 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
- 2001 South Rd. #209, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Provider details:
HughesNet’s satellite internet is available to the entire Poughkeepsie area. Its plans have no hard data limits so you can get services at a lower speed even after reaching your plan’s limit.
- Four internet plans
- Starting at $59.99/mo.*
- No hard data limit
- Built-in Wi-Fi service
HughesNet store locations:
- 311 N. Main St., Liberty, NY 12754
*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 11/16/19.
Availability for other Poughkeepsie internet providers
- Optimum — Cable network serving 49% of Poughkeepsie with a maximum speed of up to 400 Mbps
- Viasat — Satellite internet available to the entire Poughkeepsie area with speeds up to 25 Mbps
- VSAT — Satellite connection with a maximum speed of up to 2 Mbps serving 100% of Poughkeepsie
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Fastest internet in Poughkeepsie
Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher
Poughkeepsie – 100%
New York – 92%
U.S. – 73%
Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher
Poughkeepsie – 0%
New York – 4%
U.S. – 16%
Source: FCC
The fastest internet speeds in Poughkeepsie are offered by providers with a fiber-optic or cable/fiber-optic network. Here are the fastest fiber-optic and cable internet providers in the area.
Poughkeepsie’s fastest max advertised download speeds
- Verizon – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 940 Mbps
- Optimum – Cable connection with maximum speeds of 400 Mbps
- Spectrum – Cable internet with speeds up to 300 Mbps
- HughesNet – Satellite internet with maximum speeds of 25 Mbps
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Cheapest internet service providers in Poughkeepsie
There are quite a few providers offering internet plans starting below $50/mo. in the Poughkeepsie area. You can also save more on monthly fees by bundling internet with TV and home phone services or using your own equipment to lower rental costs.
Cheap internet plans in Poughkeepsie
- Optimum – $30.00/mo.* for up to 400 Mbps
- Verizon – $39.99/mo.* for up to 940 Mbps
- Spectrum – $44.99/mo.* for up to 300 Mbps
- HughesNet – $59.99/mo.* for up to 25 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 11/16/19.
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Free Wi-Fi hotspots in Poughkeepsie
There are many free Wi-Fi hotspots in the Poughkeepsie area so you can stay connected while on the go. Keep in mind that these are public networks so avoid using them for online activities that involve your personal information.
Here are some public places offering free Wi-Fi in Poughkeepsie:
- Adriance Memorial Library
- Poughkeepsie Galleria Mall
- Barnes & Noble Booksellers
- Dutchess Community College Library
- We’ve Got Your Sock Laundromat
- Restaurants and coffee shops such as Starbucks, Panera Bread and McDonald’s
Spectrum internet customers can also access the provider’s hotspots throughout Poughkeepsie. Hotspot availability often correlates with a provider’s availability in an area, so you may get more coverage in some neighborhoods than others.
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