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Internet Providers in Paterson, New Jersey

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Home Internet in Paterson, NJ

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    225 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 30.3%
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 49.6%
    Paterson speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 88%
    Paterson speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 35.3%

Home Internet Summary in Paterson, NJ

In Paterson, New Jersey, Verizon offers high-speed internet through fiber and 5G connections, covering 88% of the city. With a maximum download speed of 2 Gbps, Verizon’s service starts at $49.99 per month. This deal provides excellent speed and reliability for activities like streaming, gaming, and remote work, which makes Verizon a strong option for internet service in Paterson.

Optimum delivers internet services through cable and fiber connections, covering 49.60% of Paterson. Their service offers a maximum download speed of 5 Gbps, starting at $40 per month. Although Optimum's coverage is less extensive than Verizon's, its higher maximum download speed can attract power users needing robust internet. Overall, Optimum presents a solid choice for high-speed internet at a competitive price.

Best Internet Providers in Paterson, NJ

The best internet providers in Paterson are Optimum and Verizon Fios. Optimum is the best internet option in Paterson because of its fiber optic technology and widespread availability. Only available to tri-state residents, it offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps. Residents can choose from its varied internet plans, which include TV and internet-bundling options.

The second-best internet option in Paterson is Verizon Fios, which also brings fiber internet to residents in the general tri-state area. Its internet-only plans start at $49.99 per month and deliver download speeds up to 2 Gbps.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Always ON
35.31%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • AT&T
  • Viasat
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Optimum
  • Verizon
87.97%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Paterson, NJ

Provider Connection Types in Paterson, NJ

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Paterson, NJ
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
3.65%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
62.839999999999996%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
59.79%

List of Internet Providers in Paterson, NJ

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps
Optimum Cable, Fiber 5 Gbps
Verizon Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Paterson, NJ

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet Air $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 225 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
Viasat Internet $149.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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