Best Internet Providers in Providence County, RI
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Providence County, RI
Providence County has 5 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 county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Providence County.
The Best Internet in Providence County, RI at a Glance
Providence County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Cox
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Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
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Fiber
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Verizon
Connection
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Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county 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 Providence County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Providence County, RI?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Providence County based on 29 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 Providence County?
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 Providence County
How Providence County Compares to the Rest of Rhode Island
Fiber reaches 95.8% of homes in Providence County, against 90.7% across Rhode Island. Households in Providence County are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 13% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $87,567 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Providence County Compares to Its Neighbors
Providence County has 6 neighbors, 4 of them in Massachusetts and Connecticut. Among them, Kent County has the most homes with fiber (98.3%) and Bristol County the fewest (12.7%); Providence County has 95.8%.
Map of Providence County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
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Providence County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence County (this page) | 660,741 | 95.8% | 1,984 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 65/100 |
| Worcester County, MA | 862,111 | 52.7% | 1,360 Mbps | 5.1 | C | 74/100 |
| Norfolk County, MA | 725,981 | 78.9% | 1,984 Mbps | 6.4 | B- | 83/100 |
| Bristol County, MA | 579,200 | 38.9% | 1,844 Mbps | 4.8 | C | 63/100 |
| Kent County | 170,363 | 98.3% | 1,997 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 68/100 |
| Windham County, CT | 116,418 | 94.7% | 6,779 Mbps | 5.7 | B+ | 65/100 |
| Bristol County | 50,793 | 12.7% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.6 | C | 71/100 |
Internet in Providence County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 79.9% of homes in Smithfield to 100.0% in Mapleville; by ZIP code, from 80.4% in 02917 (Smithfield) to 100.0% in 02839 (Mapleville). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Providence County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence metro area | 1,676,579 | 72.8% | 1,903 Mbps | 5.4 | C+ | 66/100 |
| Cranston | 83,257 | 94.7% | 1,976 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 69/100 |
| Pawtucket | 76,487 | 98.9% | 1,998 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 59/100 |
| Woonsocket | 42,937 | 99.7% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.7 | B+ | 57/100 |
| Johnston | 29,332 | 98.2% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 71/100 |
| Central Falls | 22,787 | 99.6% | 1,962 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 44/100 |
| East Providence | 20,891 | 99.7% | 1,994 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 51/100 |
| Lincoln | 19,477 | 99.3% | 1,992 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 67/100 |
| North Providence | 17,410 | 92.5% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.3 | B | 53/100 |
| Riverside | 16,331 | 93.8% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 65/100 |
| Cumberland | 16,189 | 90.3% | 1,987 Mbps | 5.4 | B- | 77/100 |
| Smithfield | 14,485 | 79.9% | 1,951 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 74/100 |
| North Smithfield | 12,103 | 95.2% | 1,972 Mbps | 5 | B- | 73/100 |
| Valley Falls | 12,065 | 99.8% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Rumford | 9,244 | 99.7% | 1,997 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 59/100 |
| Greenville | 8,296 | 99.7% | 2,000 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 60/100 |
| Cumberland Hill | 8,163 | 94.9% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 80/100 |
| North Scituate | 8,027 | 98.9% | 1,972 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 64/100 |
| Pascoag | 7,086 | 98.6% | 1,976 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 80/100 |
| Chepachet | 7,002 | 100.0% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 75/100 |
| Harrisville | 6,706 | 99.5% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.9 | B | 68/100 |
| Foster | 4,674 | 99.5% | 1,549 Mbps | 4 | B- | 83/100 |
| Hope | 4,580 | 99.0% | 1,997 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 83/100 |
| Manville | 3,699 | 99.8% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 72/100 |
| Mapleville | 1,230 | 100.0% | 1,998 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 76/100 |
| Oakland | 701 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 70/100 |
| Clayville | 647 | 100.0% | 1,764 Mbps | 4 | B- | 85/100 |
| Burrillville | 435 | 93.6% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 80/100 |
| West Glocester | 433 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.4 | B | 84/100 |
| Vaughn Hollow | 389 | 100.0% | 1,226 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 75/100 |
| Stillwater | 340 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 83/100 |
| North Foster | 282 | 100.0% | 1,187 Mbps | 3.6 | B- | 79/100 |
| Saundersville | 201 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 55/100 |
| Cherry Valley | 161 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 74/100 |
| Laurel Hill | 71 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.6 | B | 83/100 |
| Slatersville | 30 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 69/100 |
ZIP codes in Providence County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02860 (Pawtucket) | 47,893 | 98.5% | 1,998 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 53/100 |
| 02909 (Providence) | 46,113 | 98.8% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 58/100 |
| 02895 (Woonsocket) | 43,281 | 99.7% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.7 | B+ | 57/100 |
| 02908 (Providence) | 42,323 | 89.6% | 1,998 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 70/100 |
| 02920 (Cranston) | 37,802 | 92.3% | 1,957 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 58/100 |
| 02864 (Cumberland) | 36,001 | 94.4% | 1,994 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 76/100 |
| 02904 (Providence) | 30,930 | 98.1% | 1,983 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 54/100 |
| 02907 (Providence) | 29,893 | 98.4% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 64/100 |
| 02919 (Johnston) | 29,367 | 98.2% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 71/100 |
| 02906 (Providence) | 28,095 | 89.3% | 1,997 Mbps | 6 | B | 78/100 |
| 02861 (Pawtucket) | 27,783 | 99.6% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 68/100 |
| 02905 (Providence) | 26,108 | 94.9% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 59/100 |
| 02863 (Central Falls) | 22,596 | 99.5% | 1,962 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 44/100 |
| 02910 (Cranston) | 21,916 | 98.1% | 1,983 Mbps | 6 | B | 77/100 |
| 02914 (East Providence) | 21,811 | 99.7% | 1,994 Mbps | 6.2 | B+ | 50/100 |
| 02865 (Lincoln) | 18,095 | 99.3% | 1,992 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 67/100 |
| 02915 (Riverside) | 16,652 | 93.9% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 66/100 |
| 02911 (North Providence) | 16,165 | 98.2% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 50/100 |
| 02917 (Smithfield) | 14,657 | 80.4% | 1,951 Mbps | 6.2 | B- | 74/100 |
| 02903 (Providence) | 13,099 | 82.1% | 1,823 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 47/100 |
| 02921 (Cranston) | 12,342 | 98.4% | 1,998 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 86/100 |
| 02896 (North Smithfield) | 11,799 | 98.0% | 1,971 Mbps | 5.2 | B | 73/100 |
| 02916 (Rumford) | 8,350 | 99.7% | 1,997 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 62/100 |
| 02857 (North Scituate) | 8,268 | 99.5% | 1,976 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 63/100 |
| 02814 (Chepachet) | 7,636 | 99.9% | 1,997 Mbps | 5.2 | B | 76/100 |
| 02828 (Greenville) | 7,559 | 99.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 59/100 |
| 02859 (Pascoag) | 6,973 | 98.6% | 1,976 Mbps | 6 | B | 80/100 |
| 02830 (Harrisville) | 6,092 | 98.2% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 68/100 |
| 02825 (Foster) | 4,997 | 99.6% | 1,439 Mbps | 3.7 | B- | 82/100 |
| 02831 (Hope) | 4,064 | 98.4% | 1,997 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 83/100 |
| 02838 (Manville) | 3,801 | 99.8% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 73/100 |
| 02912 (Providence) | 2,818 | 1.7% | 2,000 Mbps | 7.8 | C+ | 78/100 |
| 02839 (Mapleville) | 1,933 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 77/100 |
| 02802 (Lincoln) | 1,006 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 72/100 |
| 02858 (Oakland) | 761 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.2 | B | 72/100 |
| 02876 (North Smithfield) | 656 | 50.1% | 2,000 Mbps | 2.4 | C- | 82/100 |
| 02826 (Harrisville) | 644 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.3 | B | 73/100 |
| 02815 (Clayville) | 362 | 100.0% | 1,983 Mbps | 4.1 | B | 89/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Providence County?
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, Cox Communications 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 Providence County
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| EarthLink | 980 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Providence County Internet Providers
Based on 29 reviews from Rhode Island internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Providence County residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.77 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Cox Communications wins for second-place in Rhode Island, with 3.71 out of 5 stars and 96.1% coverage in Providence County.
At a national level, based on 2677 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 Providence County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Providence County, Rhode Island, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Providence County Overall | Rhode Island Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (7) | (13) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (7) | (16) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet |  (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Providence County
Based on data reported by Providence County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Cox Communications. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in Providence County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,999 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 | Providence County Speed | Rhode Island Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (7) | (13) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (7) | (16) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Providence County?
Of the providers in Providence County, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Providence County 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 3.29 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Cox Communications is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Providence County, Rhode Island, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Providence County
| ISP / Tech Type | Providence County Affordability | Rhode Island Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (7) | (13) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (7) | (16) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (0) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (0) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Providence County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Providence County?
EarthLink Fiber in Providence County, RI
Availability:
95.7%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 95.7% of Providence County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 980 Mbps, with speeds from 75 Mpbs up to 980 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 75 and as high as 880, with an average of 880 Mbps throughout the county. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Providence County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Providence County, RI
Availability:
95.7%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 95.7% of Providence County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 980 Mbps, with speeds from 75 Mpbs up to 980 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 75 and as high as 880, with an average of 880 Mbps throughout the county. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Providence County from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Cox Fiber in Providence County, RI
Availability:
2.1%
Customer Rating:
(54)
Avg. Download Speed
1,648 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Fiber service to 2.1% of Providence County homes. Across the county, Cox Fiber has speeds up to 1,648 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 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 525 Mbps throughout the county. Cox Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Providence County from Cox in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Providence County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Providence County, RI
Availability:
93.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
58 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.3% of Providence County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 58 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 10 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Providence County, RI
Availability:
74.7%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 74.7% of Providence County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 36 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 5.6 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Providence County, RI
Availability:
74.7%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 74.7% of Providence County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 36 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 5.6 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Providence County, RI
Availability:
39.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
378 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 39.8% of Providence County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 378 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 28 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Providence County?
Cox Cable in Providence County, RI
Availability:
95.7%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 95.7% of Providence County homes. Across the county, Cox Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Providence County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Providence County, RI.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Rhode Island
Customer Reviews
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.
A Cranston, RI Customer
Verizon Fiber
June 21, 2023 A Valley Falls, RI Customer
Verizon Fiber
June 01, 2023 A Providence, RI Customer
Verizon Fixed Wireless
May 24, 2023 It's not the worst provider, but I've had some issues with connectivity. I also don't like that I had to have so many monthly fees for the router and the modem, which I have to get directly from Verizon. That said, it still works with mostly fixable issues.
MG
Verizon Fiber
April 09, 2023 I think that my ISP has been doing a pretty good job. There have been limited outages, at least in my area. During bad weather, they seem to stay on top of keeping all the lines up and everything. I've only had to deal with them once over the phone, and the transaction went pretty smoothly.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Providence County?
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 Providence County is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be Cox Communications. 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 Providence County is Verizon.
- Viasat, Verizon, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Providence County, available to 96.7% 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.