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Internet providers in Riverhead, 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?Riverhead internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Riverhead 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 Riverhead area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Riverhead residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Riverhead, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Riverhead area, and 99.89% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Riverhead's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 400 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Riverhead
The largest internet providers in Riverhead are Verizon, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Riverhead.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Riverhead residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Riverhead’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Riverhead 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 all households in Riverhead covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Riverhead 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 Riverhead, $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 Riverhead, $2.50.
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 Riverhead. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Riverhead's providers, 116 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 Riverhead covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Riverhead 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 Riverhead, $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, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Riverhead, $2.50.
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 Riverhead. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Riverhead's providers, 116 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Riverhead covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Riverhead 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Riverhead, $45.00.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Riverhead, $2.50.
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 Riverhead. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Riverhead's providers, 116 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Riverhead?
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Riverhead with download speeds up to 400 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Riverhead. The next fastest internet provider in Riverhead is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Riverhead?
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Riverhead with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Riverhead, $45.00.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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%.
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