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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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 77.77%
3 providers - 1.87%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 02903 ZIP code 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 02903 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 83% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 61% of those living in the 02903 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 02903 area, and 77.77% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 02903, 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 | 133 Mbps | 25 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon | 87 Mbps | 38 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Providence.
The largest internet providers serving the 02903 ZIP code are Verizon and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all in the 02903 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Verizon, which covers 77% of the area. Providence’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 78% of residents in the 02903 ZIP code.
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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 all households in the 02903 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines 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 Providence, $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 Providence, $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 02903 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Providence'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.
Fiber-optic from Verizon offers broadband to most households in the 02903 ZIP code, covering 77% 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 02903 ZIP code 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 Providence, $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 Providence, $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 02903 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Providence'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 most households in the 02903 ZIP code, covering 78% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 02903 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 Providence, $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 Providence, $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 02903 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Providence's providers, 326 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 02903 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 02903 and the greater Providence area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Providence at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Providence at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 02903 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 02903 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 78% of households in 02903. The next fastest internet provider in the 02903 ZIP code is Verizon, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 02903 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Providence, $53.74.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 02903 ZIP code, covering 77% of the city.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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