Shop the best Greenville internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, fiber-optic and DSL providers in your area.
Shop local 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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 98.95%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Greenville 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 Greenville area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Greenville residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 76% of those living in Greenville.
There are four internet providers serving the Greenville area, and 98.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Greenville's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Cox | 53 Mbps | 11 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 125 Mbps | 95 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Greenville.
The largest internet providers in Greenville are Verizon and Cox bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Greenville.
Fiber-optic internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Greenville residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Verizon, which covers 76% of the area. Greenville’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 99% of Greenville 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 all households in Greenville covering 99% 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 Greenville than other internet types.
Internet prices for Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Greenville, $53.74.
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 Greenville, $0.32.
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 Greenville. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Greenville's providers, 326 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 Greenville covering 76% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Greenville 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Greenville, $53.74.
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 Greenville, $0.32.
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 Greenville. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Greenville's providers, 326 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 Cox offers broadband to all households in Greenville covering 99% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Greenville 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 Greenville, $53.74.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Greenville, $0.32.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Greenville. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Greenville's providers, 326 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Greenville, you’ll likely have options from fiber-optic, cable, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Greenville, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Greenville and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Greenville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Greenville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Greenville residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Greenville with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Greenville. The next fastest internet provider in Greenville is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Greenville with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Greenville, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Greenville, covering 99% of the city.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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