Internet Providers in Albany, New York
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- Fastest Internet
- Lowest Price
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Home Internet in Albany, NY
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1. Spectrum 
Speeds Up To1 Gbps
Connection: CableAvailability: 94.6%Albany speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum -
2. EarthLink
Speeds Up To940 Mbps
Connection: FiberAvailability: 29.6% -
3. Verizon
Speeds Up To940 Mbps
Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G InternetAvailability: 43.2%Albany speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon -
4. Viasat
Speeds Up To150 Mbps
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
5. HughesNet
Speeds Up To100 Mbps
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
6. Hudson Valley Wireless
Speeds Up To50 Mbps
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 17% -
AT&T
Speeds Up To25 Mbps
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 29.1% -
Starlink
Download Speeds:50 - 220 Mbps
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
Always ON
Download Speeds:25 - 150 Mbps
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 37.3%
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Best Internet Providers in Albany, NY
In Albany, the best internet service providers are Spectrum and Verizon Fios. Spectrum offers Albany residents high-speed cable internet reaching speeds of up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary). Spectrum’s internet-only plans start at $50 per month for 12 months, with bundling options including TV, internet, and phone. Spectrum has unrivaled coverage in Albany, extending service to 94.7 percent of the city.
If you’re looking for a fiber internet provider in Albany, Verizon Fios is an excellent option. Covering 29.5 percent of the area, it’s Albany’s top fiber internet service, with speeds up to 940 Mbps. Verizon Fios plans are also affordable and start at just $34.99 per month.
What’s a Good Internet Speed?
| Internet Speed | Appropriate For | Providers in your Area offering this Speed | Availability in your Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Mbps |
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37.29% |
| 100 Mbps |
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100% |
| 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
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94.65% |
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Internet Provider Store Locations in Albany, NY
Provider Connection Types in Albany, NY
| Connection Type | About this Connection Type | Availability in Albany, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Satellite |
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100% |
| DSL |
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6.17% |
| Cable |
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95.89% |
| Fiber |
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39.42% |
List of Internet Providers in Albany, NY
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Internet Providers in Albany, NY
| Provider | Plans Starting At | Speeds Up To | Connections | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Cable | |
| EarthLink Fiber | $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber | |
| Verizon | $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet | |
| Viasat Internet | $99.99/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 | |
| Hudson Valley Wireless | $24.9/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | Fixed Wireless | |
| AT&T Internet Air | $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan | 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. | 5G Internet | |
| 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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