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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Central Falls internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
19323
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 98.23%
3 providers - 1.82%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Central Falls is comparable to the rest of Rhode Island - 100%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Central Falls area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Central Falls residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 98% of those living in Central Falls.
There are four internet providers serving the Central Falls area, and 98.23% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Central Falls's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Central Falls
The largest internet providers in Central Falls are Verizon and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Central Falls.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Central Falls residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 100% of the area. Central Falls’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 98% of Central Falls residents.
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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Central Falls covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Central Falls 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 Central Falls, $44.99.
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 Central Falls. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Central Falls's providers, 117 Mbps.
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 Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to all households in Central Falls 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 Central Falls than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Central Falls, $44.99.
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 Central Falls. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Central Falls's providers, 117 Mbps.
Cox 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Central Falls covering 98% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Central Falls residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Central Falls, $44.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Central Falls, $2.81.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Central Falls. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Central Falls's providers, 117 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Central Falls, you’ll likely have options from DSL, fiber-optic, and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Central Falls, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Central Falls and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Central Falls at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Central Falls at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Central Falls 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 Central Falls?
Verizon is the fastest internet provider in Central Falls with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Central Falls. The next fastest internet provider in Central Falls is Cox, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Central Falls?
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Central Falls with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Central Falls, $44.99.
Is fiber internet available in Central Falls?
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Central Falls, covering 100% of the city.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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