Best Internet Providers in Schenectady, NY
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Schenectady, NY
Schenectady has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, Fiber, 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 Schenectady.
Ranks compare Schenectady with the 305 US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Schenectady, NY at a Glance
Schenectady 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
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 Schenectady ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Schenectady, NY?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Schenectady based on 348 New York 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 Schenectady?
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 Schenectady
How Schenectady Compares to Places Its Size
Schenectady's report card score is tied 294th of 305 and its connectivity index is tied 200th of 305.
| Measure | Schenectady | Rank among US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people) | Schenectady County | New York | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 89.2% | 98th of 305 | 85.0% | 86.4% | 71.5% | Overland Park, KS (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 1,042 Mbps | 303rd of 305 | 1,870 Mbps | 4,235 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | West Valley City, UT (9,708 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.6 | 303rd of 305 | 4.5 | 5.2 | 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 | 2.4 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Lakewood, NJ (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 15% | Tied 122nd of 305 | 15% | 15% | 15% | Frisco, TX (38%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 95% | Tied 237th of 305 | 95% | 95% | 96% | 46 places at 99% |
| Homes with internet | 90% | Tied 240th of 305 | 90% | 91% | 91% | Allen, TX and Cumming, GA and 8 more (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 81% | Tied 117th of 305 | 81% | 77% | 76% | Highlands Ranch, CO (92%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 81% | Tied 189th of 305 | 81% | 80% | 81% | Frisco, TX (96%) |
| Median household income | $92,688 | 143rd of 305 | $88,950 | $100,975 | $93,246 | Sunnyvale, CA ($189,225) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 17% | Tied 104th of 305 | 15% | 16% | 16% | College Station, TX (57%) |
Fiber reaches 89.2% of homes in Schenectady, against 85.0% across Schenectady County and 86.4% across New York. Households in Schenectady are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 15% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $92,688 (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 Schenectady
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Schenectady?
EarthLink Fiber in Schenectady, NY
Availability:
88.1%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 88.1% of Schenectady homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 980 Mbps
Verizon Fiber in Schenectady, NY
Availability:
88.1%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 88.1% of Schenectady homes. Across the city, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 980 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in Schenectady, NY
Availability:
13.3%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 13.3% of Schenectady homes. Across the city, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Schenectady?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Schenectady, NY
Availability:
95.0%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
63 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.0% of Schenectady homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 63 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 12 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Schenectady, NY
Availability:
60.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
197 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 60.8% of Schenectady homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 197 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 15 Mbps throughout the city.
Hudson Valley Wireless Fixed Wireless in Schenectady, NY
Availability:
6.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
130 Mbps
Hudson Valley Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 6.9% of Schenectady homes. Across the city, Hudson Valley Wireless Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 130 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 13 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Schenectady?
Spectrum Cable in Schenectady, NY
Availability:
98.3%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 98.3% of Schenectady homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Schenectady?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Schenectady, NY.
Internet in Schenectady by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 94.2% of homes in Vale and Eastern Avenue to 100.0% in Central State; by ZIP code, from 64.6% in 12302 to 100.0% in 12307. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Schenectady
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central State | 3,966 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.9 | B- | 52/100 |
| Hamilton Hills | 3,902 | 99.1% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.1 | B- | 38/100 |
| Vale and Eastern Avenue | 3,200 | 94.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.9 | C+ | 53/100 |
ZIP codes in Schenectady
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12309 | 30,967 | 80.5% | 999 Mbps | 4.2 | C | 82/100 |
| 12303 | 30,839 | 96.0% | 2,764 Mbps | 5 | B | 68/100 |
| 12302 | 27,375 | 64.6% | 999 Mbps | 3.9 | C- | 71/100 |
| 12306 | 26,739 | 97.9% | 4,051 Mbps | 5.2 | B | 67/100 |
| 12304 | 21,411 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 65/100 |
| 12308 | 15,283 | 92.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.7 | C+ | 58/100 |
| 12307 | 7,742 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5 | B- | 40/100 |
| 12305 | 5,895 | 92.7% | 999 Mbps | 5 | C+ | 46/100 |
How Schenectady Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Schenectady that have their own pages are all within 7 miles. Among them, Guilderland has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and East Glenville the fewest (42.9%); Schenectady has 89.2%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schenectady (this page) | 130,573 | 89.2% | 1,042 Mbps | 4.6 | C+ | 67/100 |
| Rotterdam | 21,522 | 94.5% | 7,068 Mbps | 5.4 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Colonie | 7,788 | 99.4% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 78/100 |
| Scotia | 7,279 | 99.9% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.3 | B- | 73/100 |
| East Glenville | 6,489 | 42.9% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.4 | D+ | 61/100 |
| Rexford | 5,251 | 50.7% | 3,585 Mbps | 3.6 | C | 78/100 |
| Guilderland | 5,000 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 74/100 |
| Guilderland Center | 825 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.5 | B- | 42/100 |
| Alplaus | 457 | 48.4% | 976 Mbps | 3.3 | D+ | 79/100 |
| Dunnsville | 378 | 96.6% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.7 | C+ | 75/100 |
| Wyatts | 216 | 91.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.9 | C+ | 66/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Schenectady?
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, Spectrum 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 Schenectady
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 980 |
| EarthLink | 980 |
| Hudson Valley Wireless | 200 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Schenectady Internet Providers
Based on 348 reviews from New York internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Schenectady residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.74 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 88.1% coverage in Schenectady.
At a national level, based on 3122 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 Schenectady Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Schenectady, New York, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Schenectady Overall | New York Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon |  (3) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum |  (2) | (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Hudson Valley Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Schenectady
Based on data reported by Schenectady ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Spectrum. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Schenectady. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 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 | Schenectady Speed | New York Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (3) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Hudson Valley Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Schenectady?
Of the providers in Schenectady, customers rate EarthLink the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Schenectady 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.
EarthLink is rated 2.00 out of 5 for price, which is much lower 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 4.11 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Schenectady, New York, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Schenectady
| ISP / Tech Type | Schenectady Affordability | New York Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (3) | (140) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (18) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (2) | (189) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Hudson Valley Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in New York
Customer Reviews
A Schenectady, NY Customer
Verizon Fiber
March 25, 2026 I switched to verizon wireless FIOS around 6 years ago. Previously, I had cable internet and we are a family with a lot of devices that can really slow the internet down if we are all using them. There was a promotional deal of sorts (money off the first year) so I made the switch to fiber. Took the men maybe a few hours outside to hook it all up and I have not looked back since. It's very fast even with all the devices we use, it's RARELY done (maybe twice ever) and the customer service has been great when needed.
Rosa
Spectrum Cable
May 28, 2023 In my area, Spectrum is one of the only choices available without paying a premium for fiber. Prices have been steadily going up, and despite me having a combined package of cable television and internet, it's still almost unjustified how expensive the services are. Spectrum customer service is also pretty poor, I've never been fully satisfied with any resolutions they tried to offer. I feel like the company makes no effort to maintain a good working relationship with customers because there's little-to-no direct competition should someone want to switch. Outages are a little too frequent for seemingly no reason whatsoever as well.
A Rotterdam, NY Customer
Verizon Fiber
May 20, 2023 A Schenectady, NY Customer
Spectrum Cable
April 22, 2023 A East Glenville, NY Customer
Verizon Fiber
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Schenectady?
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 Schenectady is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be Spectrum. 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 Schenectady is EarthLink.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Schenectady, available to 98.3% 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.