Internet providers in Rhode Island
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Last updated: May 6, 2025
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Internet providers in Rhode Island
The smallest state in the USA has one of the longest official names: the “State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.” And, despite the fact that the word “island” is in its name, most of the state is actually on the mainland. Rhode Island’s small size and dense population means it’s residents generally have access to very good high-speed internet service.
Select a city:
- Adamsville
- Barrington
- Block Island
- Bristol
- Central Falls
- Charlestown
- Clayville
- Coventry
- Cranston
- Cumberland
- Cumberland Hill
- East Providence
- Exeter
- Foster
- Greenville
- Jamestown
- Johnston
- Kingston
- Lincoln
- Little Compton
- Mapleville
- Middletown
- Narragansett
- Newport
- North Providence
- North Scituate
- North Smithfield
- Pascoag
- Pawtucket
- Peace Dale
- Portsmouth
- Providence
- Rockville
- Rumford
- Saunderstown
- Tiverton
- Valley Falls
- Wakefield
- Wakefield-Peacedale
- Warren
- Warwick
- West Greenwich
- West Warwick
- Westerly
- Wood River Junction
- Woonsocket
Rhode Island internet at a glance
Internet availability in Rhode Island
96.3% of Rhode Island homes have access to internet service.
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Cable – 98.02%
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Fiber optic – 90.30%
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DSL – 87.07%
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Wireless – 0.02%
Fastest internet in Rhode Island
The fastest internet connection possible will likely leave you most satisfied, as a fast connection means quicker results when downloading large files such as graphics. It also gives you the best streaming performance, with less (or no) buffering of movies and videos. Speed is a must for those who enjoy online gaming.
- Cox: 2,000 Mbps
- Verizon Fios: 940 Mbps
Cheapest internet in Rhode Island
Some internet users won’t have a need to stream video and may simply want to send and receive email and similar, non-data-heavy uses. If that’s the case, an inexpensive plan may do the job. Those who choose fixed wireless or satellite internet service may be subject to equipment fees which can increase the initial cost.
- Cox: $50.00/mo.
*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. Updated as of 04/22/25.
Summary of Rhode Island internet providers
Use the outline below to find the internet service providers in Rhode Island that best suit your budget, speed preferences and availability:
*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. Updated as of 04/22/25.
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