Best Internet Providers in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
The Waterfront has 8 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 neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in The Waterfront.
Ranks compare The Waterfront with the 8 neighborhoods in Jersey City.
The Best Internet in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ at a Glance
The Waterfront Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
Nuvisions
Connection
Customer Rating
DSL
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood 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 The Waterfront ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in The Waterfront based on 205 New Jersey customer reviews, and Starry 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 The Waterfront?
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 The Waterfront, Jersey City
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Nuvisions - dsl coverage map
- Starry - fixed wireless coverage map
- Optimum - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Starry - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Optimum - cable coverage map
How The Waterfront Compares to the Rest of Jersey City
The Waterfront's report card score is 7th of 8 and its connectivity index is 1st of 8.
| Measure | The Waterfront | Rank among neighborhoods in Jersey City | Jersey City | Hudson County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 72.4% | 7th of 8 | 95.2% | 96.7% | 71.5% | Greenville (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 2,155 Mbps | 7th of 8 | 2,288 Mbps | 4,788 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | The Heights (2,696 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 6.7 | Tied 3rd of 8 | 6.8 | 7.3 | 7.1 | The Heights (7.5) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.0 | Tied 6th of 8 | 2.4 | 2.4 | 2.7 | Greenville (2.8) |
| Workers who work from home | 41% | 1st of 8 | 24% | 20% | 15% | Leads; next is Hackensack Riverfront (38%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 100% | 1st of 8 | 96% | 96% | 96% | Leads; next is Downtown Jersey City (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 97% | 2nd of 8 | 93% | 92% | 91% | Hackensack Riverfront (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 92% | 1st of 8 | 80% | 78% | 76% | Leads; next is Hackensack Riverfront (91%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 98% | 1st of 8 | 84% | 83% | 81% | Leads; next is Downtown Jersey City (93%) |
| Median household income | $204,432 | 1st of 8 | $111,390 | $106,172 | $93,246 | Leads; next is Downtown Jersey City ($174,563) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 13% | Tied 5th of 8 | 14% | 14% | 16% | McGinley Square (17%) |
Fiber reaches 72.4% of homes in The Waterfront, against 95.2% across Jersey City and 96.7% across Hudson County. Households in The Waterfront are smaller than the US average (2.0 people against 2.7); 41% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $204,432 (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 The Waterfront
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in The Waterfront?
EarthLink Fiber in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
70.7%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
2,027 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 70.7% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 2,027 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 2,006 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in The Waterfront from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
70.7%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
2,027 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 70.7% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fiber has speeds up to 2,027 Mbps, with speeds from 980 Mpbs up to 2,300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 880 and as high as 2,300, with an average of 2,006 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. Verizon Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in The Waterfront from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
8.7%
Customer Rating:
(300)
Avg. Download Speed
1,203 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 8.7% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,203 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 43 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in The Waterfront from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Starry Fiber in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
4.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Starry offers Fiber service to 4.4% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, Starry Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Optimum Fiber in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(55)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Optimum offers Fiber service to 1.6% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, Optimum Fiber has speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in The Waterfront?
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
88.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
47 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.4% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 47 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 8.1 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
88.4%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
47 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.4% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 47 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 8.1 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
80.2%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 80.2% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 77 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 15 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
45.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
453 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 45.8% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 453 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 35 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Starry Fixed Wireless in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
39.8%
Customer Rating:
(25)
Avg. Download Speed
392 Mbps
Starry offers Fixed Wireless service to 39.8% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, Starry Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 392 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 100 and as high as 250, with an average of 120 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in The Waterfront?
XFINITY Cable in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
76.4%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,999 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 76.4% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,999 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 449 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in The Waterfront from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Optimum Cable in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
1.7%
Customer Rating:
(223)
Avg. Download Speed
940 Mbps
Optimum offers Cable service to 1.7% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, Optimum Cable has speeds up to 940 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in The Waterfront?
Nuvisions DSL in The Waterfront, Jersey City, NJ
Availability:
31.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
576 Mbps
Nuvisions offers DSL service to 31.4% of The Waterfront homes. Across the neighborhood, Nuvisions DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 576 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Nuvisions DSL.
How The Waterfront Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to The Waterfront that have their own pages are all within 2 miles, 6 of them in New York. Among them, The Heights has the most homes with fiber (99.7%) and Battery Park (Manhattan, NY) the fewest (80.5%); The Waterfront has 72.4%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterfront (this page) | 20,689 | 72.4% | 2,155 Mbps | 6.7 | B- | 79/100 |
| The Heights | 59,408 | 99.7% | 2,696 Mbps | 7.5 | A- | 72/100 |
| Downtown Jersey City | 55,240 | 94.4% | 2,394 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Greenwich Village (Manhattan), NY | 46,903 | 82.0% | 2,158 Mbps | 7.6 | B | 78/100 |
| Financial District (Manhattan), NY | 39,268 | 98.1% | 2,037 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Journal Square | 32,551 | 98.2% | 2,278 Mbps | 7.2 | B+ | 65/100 |
| West Village (Manhattan), NY | 25,060 | 92.3% | 2,006 Mbps | 7 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Tribeca (Manhattan), NY | 21,790 | 89.8% | 1,839 Mbps | 6.7 | B | 80/100 |
| McGinley Square | 20,632 | 94.7% | 2,257 Mbps | 6.7 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Battery Park (Manhattan), NY | 16,269 | 80.5% | 2,146 Mbps | 5.9 | B- | 80/100 |
| Soho (Manhattan), NY | 12,029 | 99.2% | 2,017 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 76/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in The Waterfront?
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 The Waterfront
| Optimum | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 2,300 |
| Verizon | 2,300 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Starry | 1,000 |
| Nuvisions | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for The Waterfront Internet Providers
Based on 205 reviews from New Jersey internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for The Waterfront residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.50 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in New Jersey, with 3.50 out of 5 stars and 80.2% coverage in The Waterfront.
At a national level, based on 4907 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Starry is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.24 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all The Waterfront Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in The Waterfront, New Jersey, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | The Waterfront Overall | New Jersey Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (37) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (89) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY |  (1) | (71) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nuvisions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in The Waterfront
Based on data reported by The Waterfront ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in The Waterfront. 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | The Waterfront Speed | New Jersey Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (37) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (89) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (71) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nuvisions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in The Waterfront?
Of the providers in The Waterfront, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in The Waterfront where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across New Jersey 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 2.50 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 3.50 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in The Waterfront, New Jersey, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in The Waterfront
| ISP / Tech Type | The Waterfront Affordability | New Jersey Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (37) | (279) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (6) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (71) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (2) | (89) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Starry | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Nuvisions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in New Jersey
Customer Reviews
brianna f
Verizon Fixed Wireless
October 30, 2025 Overall, I'm ok with my internet provider (Verizon). The speed is solid so that I'm able to stream, do my work, or play on my phone without a lag. This is true even when my partner is online. I’ve barely had any outages, and when something does go wrong, their support team usually sorts it out fast. Honestly though, the price would be way too much if I didn’t have the home bundle discount. Even now if I didn't split it with someone I wouldn't want to pay for the speed. Their app they have is also convenient for checking my bill and restarting the router when needed. I just wish the regular price wasn’t so steep without a bundle.
A Jersey City, NJ Customer
Verizon Fiber
March 06, 2023 A Jersey City, NJ Customer
XFINITY Cable
February 16, 2023 Alexander T.
Starlink Satellite
June 16, 2026 Starlink is a satellite internet service from SpaceX that’s great for people in rural or remote areas. It usually gives fast speeds around 100 to 250 Mbps and works well for things like streaming, video calls, and browsing. It does cost more to set up at first, and bad weather can sometimes affect the signal, but overall it’s a solid option if you don’t have access to cable or fiber internet.
A Wanaque, NJ Customer
Optimum Cable
June 06, 2026 Our internet provider does give us consistent service and high speeds. It's Optimum, and I am happy with that aspect of the company. They are also our cable company, and that aspect of the company has changed for the worse. Prices are climbing but we get poorer service. They are closing local stores and pushing cell phone plans on us instead of fixing our issues. So I have a mixed feeling about the company overall, but the internet service has been solid and reliable.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in The Waterfront?
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 The Waterfront 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 The Waterfront is AT&T.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and EarthLink has the broadest coverage in The Waterfront, available to 91.2% 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.