Compare Solvay internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Solvay – Mbps
NY – 137 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Solvay – Mbps
NY – 66 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Solvay.
Internet providers in Solvay, NY
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Solvay, NY 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
Need help?Solvay internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
6564
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 97.92%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Solvay 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 Solvay area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Solvay residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 86% of those living in Solvay.
There are four internet providers serving the Solvay area, and 97.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Solvay's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Solvay
The largest internet providers in Solvay are Verizon and Spectrum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Solvay.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Solvay residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 86% of the area. Solvay’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Solvay residents.
Verizon fiber-optic internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Solvay covering 98% 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 Solvay than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Solvay, $58.74.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Solvay, $0.25.
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 Solvay. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Solvay's providers, 322 Mbps.
Verizon DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in Solvay covering 86% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Solvay 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Solvay, $58.74.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Solvay, $0.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Solvay. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Solvay's providers, 322 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Solvay covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Solvay residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Solvay, $58.74.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Solvay, $0.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Solvay. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Solvay's providers, 322 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Solvay, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Solvay, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Solvay and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Solvay at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Solvay at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Solvay residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Solvay with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Solvay. The next fastest internet provider in Solvay is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Solvay with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Solvay, $58.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Solvay, covering 98% of the city.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
