13 Best Internet Providers in New York
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New York ISP Report Card | B |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 4,072 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 13 |
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Real New York Customer Ratings | 587 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
New York has 13 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the state. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in New York.
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New York has 13 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the state. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in New York.
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Above are the top 4 providers in New York for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your state.
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 York ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in New York?
Greenlight Networks is the best internet provider in New York based on customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Greenlight Networks had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in New York, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, Greenlight Networks is an option for 3.69% of the state.
Internet Services Providers in New York's Biggest Cities
See internet service options for the largest cities in New York below. Click on any city you want to explore or use our location search for more specific results.
- Avg. Download Speed: 5,054 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Avg. Download Speed: 5,488 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Avg. Download Speed: 1,986 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B
- Avg. Download Speed: 1,860 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B
- Avg. Download Speed: 6,776 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,172 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Avg. Download Speed: 4,973 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Avg. Download Speed: 1,318 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 3,427 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Avg. Download Speed: 1,061 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C
- Avg. Download Speed: 1,973 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B
- Avg. Download Speed: 7,809 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Avg. Download Speed: 1,025 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Avg. Download Speed: 7,636 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Avg. Download Speed: 2,157 Mbps
- ISP Report Card: B
The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in New York, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in New York
Local, State, and National Ratings for all New York Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | New York Overall | New York Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenlight Networks |  (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| GoNetSpeed |  (3) | (3) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (3) | (3) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (16) | (16) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (2) | (2) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (4) | (4) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (177) | (177) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Empire Access | (7) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (177) | (177) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (119) | (119) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet |  (1) | (1) |  (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat |  (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hudson Valley Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Skywire Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 587 reviews from New York internet customers, Greenlight Networks is the best internet service provider in the state. Greenlight Networks was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. GoNetSpeed wins for second-place in New York, with 4.33 out of 5 stars and 1.1% coverage in New York. At a state level, Greenlight Networks was found in our consumer study to be the highest-rated internet provider in New York. For the providers above, there were 515 reviews from New York internet service customers.
At a national level, based on 6840 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Empire Access is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.80 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in New York?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the state, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in New York?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in New York, the fastest internet in the state comes from Greenlight Networks.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in New York
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Greenlight Networks | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Optimum | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| Frontier Communications | 7,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 2,048 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 2,048 Mbps | ||
| GoNetSpeed | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Skywire Networks | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 Mbps | ||
| Empire Access | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Starry | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Spectrum | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Hudson Valley Wireless | 200 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in New York
| ISP / Tech Type | New York Speed | New York Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Greenlight Networks | (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| GoNetSpeed | (3) | (3) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (177) | (177) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (16) | (16) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (2) | (2) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (3) | (3) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (4) | (4) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (119) | (119) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (177) | (177) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Empire Access | (7) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hudson Valley Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Skywire Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by New York ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the state are available through Greenlight Networks. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in New York. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 8,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers in the state rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Greenlight Networks. This indicates Greenlight Networks reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in New York?
New York customers rate GoNetSpeed as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
GoNetSpeed received a local rating of 4.67 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Starry is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s New York customers with an average price rating of 4.67 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in New York, the United States, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in New York
| ISP / Tech Type | New York Affordability | New York Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Starry | (3) | (3) | (24) | View Plans | ||
| GoNetSpeed | (3) | (3) | (21) | View Plans | ||
| Greenlight Networks | (5) | (5) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (16) | (16) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Empire Access | (7) | (7) | (7) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (2) | (2) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (4) | (4) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (177) | (177) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (177) | (177) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (119) | (119) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (1) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hudson Valley Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Skywire Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
New York Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the state and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for New York below, including the metrics used and how New York compares to the rest of the United States and nation.
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New York | New York | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in New York that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 83.33% | 67.25% | 67.25% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 4,072 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for New York. | 4.9 | 6.8 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a state indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 13% | 14% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 94% | 95% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 90% | 90% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 76% | 75% | 75% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 77% | 76% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
New York ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in New York is B, which is better than other states. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in New York is high with a score of 69 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in New York have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The New York ISP Report Card evaluates the state on availability and speed metrics compared to other states in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a state needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
90% of New York households have an internet connection despite having 98.64% availability. 76% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 4% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 2% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 79% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 77% subscribe to it. A large amount of New York residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring States Compare to New York?
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 72 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 61 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 68 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 75 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 72 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
How Much Speed does a New York Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in New York is 2.7, which is larger than the the United States average of 2.7 and larger than the national average of 2.7. New York's average household income is $98,794 which is much higher than the the United States average of $90,606 and much higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.
New York also has 16% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the the United States average of 16%. Additionally, 13% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 14% of residents in the United States who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of New York has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, New York households are about average when it comes to technological engagement. 94% of households have some sort of computing device, 83% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 91% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in New York?
EarthLink Fiber in New York
Availability:
68.1%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
1,718 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 68.1% of New York homes. Across the state, EarthLink Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,718 Mbps, with speeds from 75 Mpbs up to 2,048 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 75 and as high as 2,048, with an average of 1,700 Mbps throughout the state.
Verizon Fiber in New York
Availability:
68.1%
Customer Rating:
(451)
Avg. Download Speed
1,718 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 68.1% of New York homes. Across the state, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 1,718 Mbps, with speeds from 75 Mpbs up to 2,048 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 75 and as high as 2,048, with an average of 1,700 Mbps throughout the state. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in New York from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Optimum Fiber in New York
Availability:
33.9%
Customer Rating:
(55)
Avg. Download Speed
7,999 Mbps
Optimum offers Fiber service to 33.9% of New York homes. Across the state, Optimum Fiber has speeds up to 7,999 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Optimum Fiber. Optimum Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in New York from Optimum in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in New York
Availability:
3.9%
Customer Rating:
(203)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 3.9% of New York homes. Across the state, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Greenlight Networks Fiber in New York
Availability:
3.7%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Greenlight Networks offers Fiber service to 3.7% of New York homes. Across the state, Greenlight Networks Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Frontier Fiber in New York
Availability:
3.4%
Customer Rating:
(110)
Avg. Download Speed
6,189 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers Fiber service to 3.4% of New York homes. Across the state, Frontier Fiber has speeds up to 6,189 Mbps, with speeds from 150 Mpbs up to 7,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Frontier Fiber. Frontier Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in New York from Frontier in terms of customer satisfaction.
Empire Access Fiber in New York
Availability:
1.7%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Empire Access offers Fiber service to 1.7% of New York homes. Across the state, Empire Access Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
GoNetSpeed Fiber in New York
Availability:
1.0%
Customer Rating:
(19)
Avg. Download Speed
1,890 Mbps
GoNetSpeed offers Fiber service to 1.0% of New York homes. Across the state, GoNetSpeed Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,890 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for GoNetSpeed Fiber.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in New York?
Spectrum Cable in New York
Availability:
56.7%
Customer Rating:
(1,618)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 56.7% of New York homes. Across the state, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Optimum Cable in New York
Availability:
40.7%
Customer Rating:
(203)
Avg. Download Speed
940 Mbps
Optimum offers Cable service to 40.7% of New York homes. Across the state, Optimum Cable has speeds up to 940 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in New York
Availability:
8.7%
Customer Rating:
(90)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 8.7% of New York homes. Across the state, Astound Broadband Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in New York?
Frontier DSL in New York
Availability:
6.2%
Customer Rating:
(46)
Avg. Download Speed
37 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 6.2% of New York homes. Across the state, Frontier DSL has speeds up to 37 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 115 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 2.4 Mbps throughout the state. Frontier DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in New York from Frontier in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in New York?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in New York
Availability:
93.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.3% of New York homes. Across the state, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 75 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 state.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in New York
Availability:
57.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
510 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 57.4% of New York homes. Across the state, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 510 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 75, with an average of 37 Mbps throughout the state.
Starry Fixed Wireless in New York
Availability:
23.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
326 Mbps
Starry offers Fixed Wireless service to 23.0% of New York homes. Across the state, Starry Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 326 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 50 and as high as 500, with an average of 105 Mbps throughout the state.
Hudson Valley Wireless Fixed Wireless in New York
Availability:
2.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
144 Mbps
Hudson Valley Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.9% of New York homes. Across the state, Hudson Valley Wireless Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 144 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 200 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 4.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the state.
Skywire Networks Fixed Wireless in New York
Availability:
2.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
890 Mbps
Skywire Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.2% of New York homes. Across the state, Skywire Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 890 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Skywire Networks Fixed Wireless.
Which ISP Should You Choose in New York?
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 York is Greenlight Networks.
- The fastest internet provider should be Greenlight Networks. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Greenlight Networks may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in New York is GoNetSpeed.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in New York, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does New York compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how New York stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to New York's B ISP Report Card and 69 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 71 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 54 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100