4 Best Internet Providers in Stony Brook University, NY

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in Stony Brook University, NY?

T-Mobile Home Internet is the highest-rated internet provider in Stony Brook University based on 314 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. The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Stony Brook University, New York, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in Stony Brook University

Local, State, and National Ratings for all Stony Brook University Internet Providers

Based on 314 reviews from New York internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for Stony Brook University residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.13 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in New York, with 3.76 out of 5 stars and 100.0% coverage in Stony Brook University.

At a national level, based on 1294 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.04 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Stony Brook University?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the city, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Verizon, Optimum, and 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 Stony Brook University

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	EarthLink	940 Mbps
	Optimum	940 Mbps
	Verizon	940 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Stony Brook University

Based on data reported by Stony Brook University ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Verizon, Optimum, and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 940 Mbps in Stony Brook University. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 940 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the city 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.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Stony Brook University?

New York customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet 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.

T-Mobile Home Internet received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Stony Brook University customers with an average price rating of 3.31 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in Stony Brook University, New York, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University 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 city 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 Stony Brook University below, including the metrics used and how Stony Brook University compares to the rest of New York and nation.

Stony Brook University ISP Report Card: B-

	Metric (hover for details)	Stony Brook University	New York	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Stony Brook University that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	100.00%	83.33%	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.	940 Mbps	4,072 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 Stony Brook University.	4.0	4.9	6.8

 

Stony Brook University Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	Stony Brook University	New York	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	2.8	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.	6%	13%	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.	96%	94%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	94%	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.	83%	76%	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.	83%	77%	76%

Stony Brook University ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in Stony Brook University is B-, which is much better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Stony Brook University is high with a score of 74 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Stony Brook University have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.

The Stony Brook University ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city 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.

94% of Stony Brook University households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 83% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 1% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 1% 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 83% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 83% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Stony Brook University 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 Cities Compare to Stony Brook University?

How Much Speed does a Stony Brook University Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Stony Brook University is 2.8, which is larger than the New York average of 2.7 and larger than the national average of 2.7. Stony Brook University's average household income is $157,695 which is much higher than the New York average of $98,794 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.

Stony Brook University also has 53% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the New York average of 16%. Additionally, 6% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 13% of residents in New York who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Stony Brook University has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, Stony Brook University households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 92% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Stony Brook University?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Stony Brook University?

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Stony Brook University?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Stony Brook University, NY.

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Stony Brook University?

Which ISP Should You Choose in Stony Brook University?

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 Stony Brook University is T-Mobile Home Internet.
• The fastest internet provider should be Verizon, Optimum, and EarthLink. 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 Stony Brook University is T-Mobile Home Internet.
• Viasat, Verizon, T-Mobile Home Internet, Optimum, HughesNet, and EarthLink has the broadest coverage in Stony Brook University, 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 Stony Brook University compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how Stony Brook University 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 Stony Brook University's B- ISP Report Card and 74 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.