Best Internet Providers in New Bedford, MA
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in New Bedford, MA
New Bedford has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in New Bedford.
Ranks compare New Bedford with the 305 US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in New Bedford, MA at a Glance
New Bedford Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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EarthLink
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T-Mobile Home Internet
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Verizon
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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 New Bedford ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in New Bedford, MA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in New Bedford based on 145 Massachusetts 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 New Bedford?
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.
How New Bedford Compares to Places Its Size
New Bedford's report card score is 305th of 305 and its connectivity index is tied 299th of 305.
| Measure | New Bedford | Rank among US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people) | Bristol County | Massachusetts | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 0.2% | 305th of 305 | 38.9% | 63.8% | 71.5% | Overland Park, KS (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 1,860 Mbps | 289th of 305 | 1,844 Mbps | 1,862 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | West Valley City, UT (9,708 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 3.6 | Tied 304th of 305 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 7.1 | Carolina, PR (12.6) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.4 | Tied 228th of 305 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Lakewood, NJ (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 6% | Tied 298th of 305 | 11% | 18% | 15% | Frisco, TX (38%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 93% | Tied 292nd of 305 | 94% | 96% | 96% | 46 places at 99% |
| Homes with internet | 87% | Tied 289th of 305 | 91% | 93% | 91% | Allen, TX and Cumming, GA and 8 more (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 69% | Tied 281st of 305 | 78% | 82% | 76% | Highlands Ranch, CO (92%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 67% | Tied 298th of 305 | 78% | 84% | 81% | Frisco, TX (96%) |
| Median household income | $60,924 | 290th of 305 | $96,308 | $118,000 | $93,246 | Sunnyvale, CA ($189,225) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | Tied 246th of 305 | 15% | 17% | 16% | College Station, TX (57%) |
Fiber reaches 0.2% of homes in New Bedford, against 38.9% across Bristol County and 63.8% across Massachusetts. Households in New Bedford are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 6% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $60,924 (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 New Bedford
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in New Bedford?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in New Bedford, MA.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in New Bedford?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in New Bedford, MA
Availability:
90.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
49 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.4% of New Bedford homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 49 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 8.4 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in New Bedford, MA
Availability:
57.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
170 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 57.2% of New Bedford homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 170 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 13 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in New Bedford, MA
Availability:
55.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 55.3% of New Bedford homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 34 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 5.1 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in New Bedford, MA
Availability:
55.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 55.3% of New Bedford homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 34 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 5.1 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in New Bedford?
XFINITY Cable in New Bedford, MA
Availability:
99.7%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,860 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 99.7% of New Bedford homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,860 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 2,000, with an average of 427 Mbps throughout the city.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in New Bedford?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in New Bedford, MA.
Internet in New Bedford by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 0.0% of homes in 02740 to 1.6% in 02744. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in New Bedford
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in New Bedford
How New Bedford Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to New Bedford that have their own pages are all within 6 miles. Among them, Mattapoisett has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Smith Mills the fewest (0.0%); New Bedford has 0.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Bedford (this page) | 100,559 | 0.2% | 1,860 Mbps | 3.6 | D+ | 44/100 |
| North Dartmouth | 16,529 | 5.5% | 1,938 Mbps | 4.4 | C- | 71/100 |
| Fairhaven | 15,895 | 0.0% | 1,839 Mbps | 3.8 | D+ | 58/100 |
| South Dartmouth | 11,410 | 0.0% | 1,903 Mbps | 4.1 | D+ | 66/100 |
| Acushnet | 10,183 | 25.5% | 1,777 Mbps | 4.3 | C- | 74/100 |
| Smith Mills | 4,996 | 0.0% | 1,913 Mbps | 4.6 | D+ | 51/100 |
| Mattapoisett | 3,100 | 100.0% | 1,633 Mbps | 5 | B | 73/100 |
| Tinkhamtown | 772 | 49.6% | 1,850 Mbps | 4.8 | C | 72/100 |
| Dartmouth | 445 | 27.9% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.7 | C | 70/100 |
| Kempton Croft | 54 | 0.0% | 1,200 Mbps | 2 | D- | 87/100 |
| Silver Shell Beach | 34 | 0.0% | 993 Mbps | 1.8 | D- | 78/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in New Bedford?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. 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 New Bedford
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for New Bedford Internet Providers
Based on 145 reviews from Massachusetts internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for New Bedford residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 4.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Massachusetts, with 4.50 out of 5 stars and 90.4% coverage in New Bedford.
At a national level, based on 4603 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 New Bedford Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | New Bedford Overall | Massachusetts Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (0) |  (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY |  (1) | (100) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in New Bedford
Based on data reported by New Bedford 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 New Bedford. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,860 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | New Bedford Speed | Massachusetts Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (100) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in New Bedford?
Of the providers in New Bedford, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in New Bedford where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Massachusetts or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 4.50 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.50 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in New Bedford, Massachusetts, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in New Bedford
| ISP / Tech Type | New Bedford Affordability | Massachusetts Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (4) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (4) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (37) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (100) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Massachusetts
Customer Reviews
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Verizon
November 11, 2026 Verizon is hands down the worst company I’ve ever had to deal with. Their service is shit, the prices are obscene and their customer service couldn’t possibly be more useless than it is
Jen V.
Crossroads Fiber
June 16, 2026 Chicopee fiber has been a god send. The people who came in to install the fiber were very professional. My only complaint was that it took two weeks to get an appointment. The service itself if very reliable. We have yet to have an outage but our connection speeds and coverage areas have been very consistent. Lastly the price point is spot on and I like not having to have cable as we don't use that.
A Lynn, MA Customer
AT&T Fiber
June 05, 2026 A Medfield, MA Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 24, 2026 Morgan R.
Verizon Fiber
May 17, 2026 As a busy mom juggling freelance work and keeping up with two energetic kids, reliable internet is non-negotiable in our Boston home. We've been with Verizon Fios for years, and honestly, it's been a lifesaver. The speed is consistently fantastic, which means smooth video calls for my editing work and no buffering when the kids are streaming their favorite shows. Plus, with some of the "insider tips" I've picked up over time, I feel like we're getting incredible value for the robust service we receive. It just makes life so much easier when you don't have to worry about your internet connection dropping out.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in New Bedford?
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 New Bedford is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in New Bedford is AT&T.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in New Bedford, 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.