*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 95.66%
3 providers - 0.97%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 96%, broadband coverage in Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Stony Brook residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 72% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 71% of those living in Stony Brook.
There are four internet providers serving the Stony Brook area, and 95.66% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Stony Brook's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Stony Brook are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Stony Brook.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to most Stony Brook residents, covering 72% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 71% of the area. Stony Brook’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of Stony Brook residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Stony Brook covering 72% 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 Stony Brook than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Stony Brook, $56.24.
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 Stony Brook, $0.24.
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 Stony Brook. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Stony Brook's providers, 351 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in Stony Brook covering 71% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook, $56.24.
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 Stony Brook, $0.24.
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 Stony Brook. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Stony Brook's providers, 351 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in Stony Brook covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Stony Brook residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Stony Brook, $56.24.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Stony Brook, $0.24.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Stony Brook. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Stony Brook's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Stony Brook, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Stony Brook, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Stony Brook and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Stony Brook at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Stony Brook at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Stony Brook residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in Stony Brook with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Stony Brook. The next fastest internet provider in Stony Brook is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 72% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in Stony Brook with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Stony Brook, $56.24.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Stony Brook, covering 72% of the city.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
*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.
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