*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 97.96%
3 providers - 1.49%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in West Bay Shore 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 West Bay Shore area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of West Bay Shore residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 65% of those living in West Bay Shore.
There are four internet providers serving the West Bay Shore area, and 97.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among West Bay Shore's four internet providers, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in West Bay Shore are Verizon and Optimum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to West Bay Shore.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all West Bay Shore residents, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 68% of the area. West Bay Shore’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 100% of West Bay Shore 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to nearly all households in West Bay Shore covering 92% 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 West Bay Shore than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in West Bay Shore, $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 West Bay Shore, $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 West Bay Shore. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Bay Shore's providers, 350 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to most households in West Bay Shore covering 68% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in West Bay Shore 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 West Bay Shore, $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 West Bay Shore, $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 West Bay Shore. These download speeds are available to 68% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Bay Shore's providers, 350 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in West Bay Shore covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but West Bay Shore 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 West Bay Shore, $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 West Bay Shore, $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 West Bay Shore. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all West Bay Shore's providers, 350 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of West Bay Shore, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside West Bay Shore, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in West Bay Shore and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in West Bay Shore at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in West Bay Shore at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many West Bay Shore residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in West Bay Shore with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in West Bay Shore. The next fastest internet provider in West Bay Shore is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 92% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in West Bay Shore with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in West Bay Shore, $56.24.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in West Bay Shore, covering 92% of the city.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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