Best Internet Providers in Hillsborough, NJ
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Hillsborough, NJ
Hillsborough has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Hillsborough.
Ranks compare Hillsborough with the 1,383 US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Hillsborough, NJ at a Glance
Hillsborough Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Brightspeed
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
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 Hillsborough ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Hillsborough, NJ?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Hillsborough based on 205 New Jersey 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 Hillsborough?
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 Hillsborough
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Brightspeed - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Optimum - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Optimum - cable coverage map
- Brightspeed - dsl coverage map
- Brightspeed - fixed wireless coverage map
How Hillsborough Compares to Places Its Size
Hillsborough's report card score is in the bottom 26% and its connectivity index is in the top 15%.
| Measure | Hillsborough | Rank among US suburban and regional cities (25,000 to 49,999 people) | Somerset County | New Jersey | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 70.5% | bottom 35% | 88.7% | 80.8% | 71.5% | 25 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 2,052 Mbps | bottom 27% | 4,531 Mbps | 4,593 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Hixson, TN (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.3 | bottom 31% | 6.6 | 6.4 | 7.1 | San Lorenzo, CA (13) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | top 36% | 2.7 | 2.8 | 2.7 | Kiryas Joel, NY (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 25% | top 11% | 23% | 17% | 15% | Venice, CA (47%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | top 32% | 98% | 96% | 96% | 16 places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 96% | top 13% | 96% | 93% | 91% | 13 places at 99% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 88% | top 9% | 87% | 81% | 76% | Burke, VA and Colleyville, TX and 3 more (94%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 93% | top 8% | 91% | 84% | 81% | University Park, TX (99%) |
| Median household income | $160,750 | top 7% | $156,447 | $118,198 | $93,246 | Scarsdale, NY ($244,191) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | bottom 38% | 16% | 16% | 16% | Rexburg, ID (71%) |
Fiber reaches 70.5% of homes in Hillsborough, against 88.7% across Somerset County and 80.8% across New Jersey. Households in Hillsborough are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 25% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $160,750 (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 Hillsborough
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Hillsborough?
Brightspeed Fiber in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
66.0%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
1,933 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fiber service to 66.0% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fiber has speeds up to 1,933 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Brightspeed Fiber. Brightspeed Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Hillsborough from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
EarthLink Fiber in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
10.8%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,476 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 10.8% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 1,476 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,413 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Hillsborough from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
10.8%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
1,476 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 10.8% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 1,476 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 1,413 Mbps throughout the city. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Hillsborough from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
6.1%
Customer Rating:
(300)
Avg. Download Speed
1,791 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 6.1% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,791 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 250, with an average of 194 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Hillsborough from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Optimum Fiber in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
2.3%
Customer Rating:
(55)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Optimum offers Fiber service to 2.3% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, Optimum Fiber has speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Hillsborough?
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
96.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.9% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 43 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 7.1 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
96.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.9% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 43 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 7.1 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
91.1%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
262 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.1% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 262 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
89.2%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
74 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 89.2% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 74 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 14 Mbps throughout the city.
Brightspeed Fixed Wireless in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
2.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Brightspeed offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.2% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, Brightspeed Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Hillsborough?
XFINITY Cable in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
98.2%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,869 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 98.2% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,869 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 250, with an average of 215 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Hillsborough from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Optimum Cable in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
2.3%
Customer Rating:
(223)
Avg. Download Speed
940 Mbps
Optimum offers Cable service to 2.3% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, Optimum Cable has speeds up to 940 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Hillsborough?
Brightspeed DSL in Hillsborough, NJ
Availability:
60.7%
Customer Rating:
(43)
Avg. Download Speed
32 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 60.7% of Hillsborough homes. Across the city, Brightspeed DSL has speeds up to 32 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 3.0 Mbps throughout the city. Brightspeed DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Hillsborough from Brightspeed in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Hillsborough by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Hillsborough has 1 ZIP code with its own page. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Hillsborough
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Hillsborough
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08844 | 42,995 | 70.6% | 2,096 Mbps | 6.4 | B- | 87/100 |
How Hillsborough Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Hillsborough that have their own pages are all within 5 miles. Among them, Millstone has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Neshanic Station the fewest (8.9%); Hillsborough has 70.5%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsborough (this page) | 39,335 | 70.5% | 2,052 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 86/100 |
| Somerville | 21,800 | 98.2% | 5,298 Mbps | 6.8 | A- | 77/100 |
| Belle Mead | 12,309 | 65.6% | 1,987 Mbps | 5.9 | B- | 96/100 |
| Manville | 11,455 | 99.9% | 7,927 Mbps | 7.3 | A | 69/100 |
| Raritan | 7,808 | 99.5% | 8,000 Mbps | 7 | A | 76/100 |
| Neshanic Station | 5,876 | 8.9% | 1,967 Mbps | 5.1 | C | 94/100 |
| Millstone | 1,752 | 100.0% | 2,243 Mbps | 6.8 | A- | 95/100 |
| Flagtown | 782 | 0.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.9 | C- | 94/100 |
| Harlingen | 318 | 82.7% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.7 | B | 96/100 |
| Griggstown | 280 | 97.5% | 2,244 Mbps | 8.1 | A- | 71/100 |
| Zarephath | 86 | 30.2% | 2,000 Mbps | 3.3 | C- | 94/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Hillsborough?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, XFINITY from Comcast should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Hillsborough
| Optimum | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Brightspeed | 2,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Hillsborough. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Hillsborough Internet Providers
Based on 205 reviews from New Jersey internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Hillsborough residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.79 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in New Jersey, with 3.50 out of 5 stars and 96.9% coverage in Hillsborough.
At a national level, based on 4958 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 Hillsborough Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Hillsborough, New Jersey, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Hillsborough Overall | New Jersey Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (89) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (37) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (71) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (0) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Hillsborough
Based on data reported by Hillsborough ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Hillsborough. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,858 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, 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 | Hillsborough Speed | New Jersey Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (89) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (37) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (71) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (0) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Hillsborough?
Of the providers in Hillsborough, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Hillsborough where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across New Jersey or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 3.50 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. AT&T is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.50 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Hillsborough, New Jersey, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Hillsborough
| ISP / Tech Type | Hillsborough Affordability | New Jersey Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (89) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (37) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (71) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (0) | (76) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in New Jersey
Customer Reviews
Alexander T.
Starlink Satellite
June 16, 2026 Starlink is a satellite internet service from SpaceX that’s great for people in rural or remote areas. It usually gives fast speeds around 100 to 250 Mbps and works well for things like streaming, video calls, and browsing. It does cost more to set up at first, and bad weather can sometimes affect the signal, but overall it’s a solid option if you don’t have access to cable or fiber internet.
A Wanaque, NJ Customer
Optimum Cable
June 06, 2026 Our internet provider does give us consistent service and high speeds. It's Optimum, and I am happy with that aspect of the company. They are also our cable company, and that aspect of the company has changed for the worse. Prices are climbing but we get poorer service. They are closing local stores and pushing cell phone plans on us instead of fixing our issues. So I have a mixed feeling about the company overall, but the internet service has been solid and reliable.
A Jersey City, NJ Customer
Verizon Fiber
June 04, 2026 
A Teaneck, NJ Customer
Verizon Fiber
May 24, 2026 A Elmer, NJ Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 13, 2026 Because Comcast is the only option for internet service unless I want to use a satellite provider, they seem to think they can get away with charging what they link. They refuse to allow existing customers to take advantage of new customer pricing. Their upload speeds are terrible, much slower than download speeds. If I had a viable alternative I would switch but unfortunately I am stuck with them.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Hillsborough?
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 Hillsborough is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. 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 Hillsborough is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Hillsborough, available to 99.8% 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.