Best Internet Providers in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Midtown has 8 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 neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Midtown.
Ranks compare Midtown with the 30 neighborhoods in Manhattan.
The Best Internet in Midtown, Manhattan, NY at a Glance
Midtown Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Astound Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood 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 Midtown ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Midtown, Manhattan, NY?
Spectrum is the highest-rated internet provider in Midtown based on 356 New York customer reviews, and Starry 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 Midtown?
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 Midtown, Manhattan
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Starry - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Skywire Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
- Nuvisions - dsl coverage map
How Midtown Compares to the Rest of Manhattan
Midtown's report card score is 4th of 30 and its connectivity index is tied 10th of 30.
| Measure | Midtown | Rank among neighborhoods in Manhattan | Manhattan | New York County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 99.7% | 5th of 30 | 95.0% | 95.0% | 71.5% | Carnegie Hill and Garment District and 1 more (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 2,243 Mbps | 3rd of 30 | 2,137 Mbps | 2,137 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | North Sutton Area (2,278 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.6 | Tied 3rd of 30 | 7 | 7 | 7.1 | Chelsea (7.8) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 1.7 | Tied 23rd of 30 | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.7 | Inwood and Washington Heights (2.7) |
| Workers who work from home | 26% | Tied 14th of 30 | 25% | 25% | 15% | North Sutton Area (37%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 10th of 30 | 96% | 96% | 96% | Murray Hill and Roosevelt Island (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 96% | Tied 7th of 30 | 92% | 92% | 91% | Financial District and Greenwich Village and 1 more (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 88% | Tied 8th of 30 | 81% | 81% | 76% | Tribeca (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 93% | Tied 10th of 30 | 84% | 84% | 81% | Battery Park and Garment District and 2 more (96%) |
| Median household income | $161,358 | 13th of 30 | $126,800 | $126,799 | $93,246 | Battery Park ($231,549) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 8% | Tied 25th of 30 | 15% | 15% | 16% | Morningside Heights (45%) |
Fiber reaches 99.7% of homes in Midtown, against 95.0% across Manhattan and 95.0% across New York County. Households in Midtown are smaller than the US average (1.7 people against 2.7); 26% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $161,358 (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 Midtown
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Midtown?
EarthLink Fiber in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
96.7%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,248 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 96.7% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,248 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 2,244 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fiber in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
96.7%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
2,248 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 96.7% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 2,248 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 2,244 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Midtown from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
85.9%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 85.9% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Fiber in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
11.9%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 11.9% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Midtown?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
99.7%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
95 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.7% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 95 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 19 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
92.1%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
773 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.1% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 773 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 57 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Starry Fixed Wireless in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
72.7%
Customer Rating:
(25)
Avg. Download Speed
344 Mbps
Starry offers Fixed Wireless service to 72.7% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Starry Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 344 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 800 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 250, with an average of 107 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Skywire Networks Fixed Wireless in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Skywire Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.1% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Skywire Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Midtown?
Spectrum Cable in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
98.7%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 98.7% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
96.5%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 96.5% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Midtown?
Nuvisions DSL in Midtown, Manhattan, NY
Availability:
1.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Nuvisions offers DSL service to 1.7% of Midtown homes. Across the neighborhood, Nuvisions DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
How Midtown Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to Midtown that have their own pages are all within 2 miles. Among them, North Sutton Area has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Roosevelt Island the fewest (71.7%); Midtown has 99.7%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown (this page) | 62,244 | 99.7% | 2,243 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 74/100 |
| Upper East Side | 175,616 | 96.8% | 2,214 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 74/100 |
| Chelsea | 68,427 | 96.7% | 2,242 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 70/100 |
| Gramercy | 60,136 | 99.5% | 2,201 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 74/100 |
| Clinton | 38,884 | 88.2% | 2,101 Mbps | 7.4 | B+ | 72/100 |
| Kips Bay | 33,168 | 94.1% | 2,238 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 69/100 |
| Murray Hill | 32,544 | 86.0% | 2,168 Mbps | 7.3 | B | 76/100 |
| Theater District | 22,451 | 95.2% | 2,160 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 50/100 |
| North Sutton Area | 19,366 | 100.0% | 2,278 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 75/100 |
| Roosevelt Island | 11,722 | 71.7% | 1,871 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 53/100 |
| Garment District | 5,407 | 100.0% | 2,261 Mbps | 7.7 | A- | 71/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Midtown?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Spectrum. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, EarthLink 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 Midtown
| Verizon | 2,300 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Skywire Networks | 1,000 |
| Starry | 800 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| Nuvisions | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Midtown Internet Providers
Based on 356 reviews from New York internet customers, Spectrum is the best internet service provider for Midtown residents. Spectrum was rated at an average of 3.07 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in New York, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 96.7% coverage in Midtown.
At a national level, based on 3269 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Starry is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.24 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Midtown Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Midtown, New York, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Midtown Overall | New York Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (2) |  (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (5) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) |  (3) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nuvisions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Skywire Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Midtown
Based on data reported by Midtown ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through EarthLink. The company offers speeds up to 2,300 Mbps in Midtown. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,248 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 Spectrum. This indicates Spectrum reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Midtown Speed | New York Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (2) | (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (5) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) | (3) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nuvisions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Skywire Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Midtown?
Of the providers in Midtown, customers rate Spectrum the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Midtown where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across New York or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Spectrum is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Midtown, New York, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Midtown
| ISP / Tech Type | Midtown Affordability | New York Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (2) | (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (5) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) | (3) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nuvisions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Skywire Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in New York
Customer Reviews
A New York, NY Customer
Spectrum Cable
April 19, 2023 I started using Spectrum when I first moved to Manhattan. It was an easy setup process because the cables had already been run for the building, so all I had to do was set up an account and they sent me the box. There was an option to have someone install it, but the modem/router comes with very detailed instructions and is simple to setup. There have been no issues in the 6 months I've been using it, and I have great speeds for the price I'm paying. I would highly recommend the service!
A New York, NY Customer
Verizon Fiber
April 16, 2023 My internet provider seems to be pretty good overall. I almost never have any lagging issues or any sort of delays. The service has gone down on a few occasions, but they seemed to be unusual circumstances, so I can't really say who's to blame there. Also, I do wish the pricing was more clear, or rather consistent, since there seem to be fluctuating fees separate from the regular price from time to time. Although the bill bundles internet, TV, and phone together, so I'm not sure which, if any, of those fees are specifically related to the internet. Other than that though I don't really have any serious complaints.
A New York, NY Customer
Spectrum Cable
February 12, 2023 
ISPReports User
Verizon Fiber
November 13, 2026 do not buy they implemented a new interface that is user hostlie cannot forward through comercials tivo quit working avoid, avoid, avoid
ISPReports User
Fidium
October 31, 2026 Impossible to reach and very difficult to get help - never in real time.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Midtown?
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 Midtown is Spectrum.
- The fastest internet provider should be EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Spectrum may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Midtown is Spectrum.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Midtown, available to 99.7% 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.