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Internet providers in Rockville Centre, 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?Rockville Centre internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Rockville Centre 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 Rockville Centre area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Rockville Centre residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 75% of those living in Rockville Centre.
There are four internet providers serving the Rockville Centre area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Rockville Centre's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Rockville Centre
The largest internet providers in Rockville Centre are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Rockville Centre.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Rockville Centre residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 75% of the area. Rockville Centre’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Rockville Centre residents.
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 all households in Rockville Centre covering 100% 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 Rockville Centre than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Rockville Centre, $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 Rockville Centre, $2.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 880 Mbps in Rockville Centre. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rockville Centre's providers, 351 Mbps.
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 most households in Rockville Centre covering 75% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Rockville Centre 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 Rockville Centre, $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 Rockville Centre, $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 Rockville Centre. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rockville Centre's providers, 351 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 Rockville Centre covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Rockville Centre 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 Rockville Centre, $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 Rockville Centre, $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 Rockville Centre. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Rockville Centre's providers, 351 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Rockville Centre, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Rockville Centre, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Rockville Centre and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rockville Centre at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Rockville Centre 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 Rockville Centre?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Rockville Centre with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Rockville Centre. The next fastest internet provider in Rockville Centre is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 400 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Rockville Centre?
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Rockville Centre with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rockville Centre, $45.00.
Is fiber internet available in Rockville Centre?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Rockville Centre, covering 100% of the city.
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Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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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