Best Internet Providers in Block Island, RI
All 2 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Block Island, RI
Block Island has 2 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 1 available internet technologies in Block Island.
Ranks compare Block Island with the 15,682 US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Block Island, RI at a Glance
Block Island Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Block Island ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Block Island, RI?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Block Island based on 13 Rhode Island customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Block Island?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Block Island
How Block Island Compares to Places Its Size
Block Island's report card score is in the bottom 1% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 8%.
| Measure | Block Island | Rank among US towns of 1,000 to 9,999 people | Washington County | Rhode Island | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 0.0% | bottom 8% | 93.0% | 90.7% | 71.5% | 1,056 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 280 Mbps | bottom 3% | 1,974 Mbps | 1,934 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Collegedale, TN and Lakesite, TN and 2 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 1.9 | bottom 2% | 5.6 | 5.7 | 7.1 | McLendon-Chisholm, TX (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 1.6 | bottom 1% | 2.4 | 2.5 | 2.7 | St. George, GA (6.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 12% | top 34% | 16% | 13% | 15% | Indian Springs, NV (76%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 82% | bottom 4% | 96% | 95% | 96% | 515 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 84% | bottom 28% | 95% | 92% | 91% | 115 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 51% | bottom 19% | 83% | 78% | 76% | Bunkerville, NV and Fort Myer, VA and 3 more (100%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 74% | bottom 48% | 88% | 80% | 81% | 12 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $90,761 | top 27% | $114,206 | $96,849 | $93,246 | 16 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 3% | bottom 1% | 19% | 17% | 16% | University Park, PA (95%) |
Fiber reaches 0.0% of homes in Block Island, against 93.0% across Washington County and 90.7% across Rhode Island. Households in Block Island are smaller than the US average (1.6 people against 2.7); 12% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $90,761 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Block Island
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Block Island?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in Block Island, RI.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Block Island?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Block Island, RI
Availability:
92.5%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
92 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.5% of Block Island homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 92 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 18 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Block Island, RI
Availability:
91.6%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
285 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.6% of Block Island homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 285 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 19 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Block Island?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Block Island, RI.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Block Island?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Block Island, RI.
Internet in Block Island by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Block Island has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Block Island
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Block Island
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02807 | 1,410 | 0.0% | 280 Mbps | 1.9 | F | 24/100 |
How Block Island Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Block Island that have their own pages are all within 19 miles. Among them, Narragansett has the most homes with fiber (99.7%) and Westerly the fewest (97.6%); Block Island has 0.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Block Island (this page) | 1,410 | 0.0% | 280 Mbps | 1.9 | F | 24/100 |
| Westerly | 21,683 | 97.6% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 61/100 |
| Wakefield | 11,786 | 99.2% | 1,988 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Narragansett | 9,581 | 99.7% | 1,998 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 74/100 |
| Wakefield-Peacedale | 8,875 | 98.8% | 1,998 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Charlestown | 7,182 | 98.4% | 1,991 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 73/100 |
| Narragansett Pier | 3,308 | 98.5% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 58/100 |
| Bradford | 1,994 | 98.5% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.5 | B- | 63/100 |
| South Kingstown | 295 | 100.0% | 1,941 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Kenyon | 242 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 75/100 |
| Tuckertown | 58 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.5 | B | 76/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Block Island?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Verizon.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Block Island
| Verizon | 300 |
|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Block Island. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Block Island Internet Providers
Based on 13 reviews from Rhode Island internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Block Island residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.77 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction.
At a national level, based on 1158 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Block Island Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Block Island, Rhode Island, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Block Island Overall | Rhode Island Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon |  (0) | (13) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Block Island
Based on data reported by Block Island ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Verizon. The company offers speeds up to 300 Mbps in Block Island. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 285 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Block Island Speed | Rhode Island Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Block Island?
Of the providers in Block Island, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Block Island where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Rhode Island or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Verizon is rated 3.46 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country.
The table below shows how customers in Block Island, Rhode Island, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Block Island
| ISP / Tech Type | Block Island Affordability | Rhode Island Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Rhode Island
Customer Reviews
A West Warwick, RI Customer
Verizon Fiber
May 13, 2026 
Glen M
Cox Cable
November 26, 2025 We've been customers of Cox Communications for more than two years. We are very with them. The installation technicians provide a high level of customer service. They are very caring individuals.
Kathy F
Verizon Fiber
July 26, 2025 Verizon has the only reliable internet service in this area. Since changing to Fios I have experienced perfect connections. Customer service is proactive in recommending pricing options that are benefical to the customer. They are consistent with equipment upgrades and service upgrade announcements and communications. I could not be more satisfied with Verizon. Truth
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A Bristol, RI Customer
Cox Cable
April 16, 2025 Paige W
Cox Cable
December 09, 2024 Using cox is alright. I haven't been a customer for very long so others may have differing opinions. The way they handle customers is fine, not exceptional. As someone who has a lower budget and was looking for internet for working from home, they do the job.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Block Island?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Block Island is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be Verizon. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Block Island is Verizon.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Block Island, available to 92.5% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.