Best Internet Providers in Washington County, RI
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Washington County, RI
Washington County has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Washington County.
The Best Internet in Washington County, RI at a Glance
Washington County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Cox
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EarthLink
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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 Washington County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Washington County, RI?
Verizon is the highest-rated internet provider in Washington 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 Washington 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 Washington County
How Washington County Compares to the Rest of Rhode Island
Fiber reaches 93.0% of homes in Washington County, against 90.7% across Rhode Island. Households in Washington County are smaller than the US average (2.4 people against 2.7); 16% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $114,206 (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 Washington County Compares to Its Neighbors
Washington County has 4 neighbors, 2 of them in New York and Connecticut. Among them, Kent County has the most homes with fiber (98.3%) and Newport County the fewest (78.6%); Washington County has 93.0%.
Map of Washington County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
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Washington County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington County (this page) | 129,839 | 93.0% | 1,974 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 74/100 |
| Suffolk County, NY | 1,525,920 | 96.0% | 7,563 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 81/100 |
| New London County, CT | 268,555 | 91.4% | 6,567 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 66/100 |
| Kent County | 170,363 | 98.3% | 1,997 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 68/100 |
| Newport County | 85,643 | 78.6% | 1,325 Mbps | 4.5 | C | 71/100 |
Internet in Washington County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 0.0% of homes in Block Island to 100.0% in Wood River Junction; by ZIP code, from 0.0% in 02807 (Block Island) to 100.0% in 02812 (Carolina). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Washington County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kingstown | 23,797 | 99.1% | 1,992 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 71/100 |
| Westerly | 21,683 | 97.6% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 61/100 |
| Wakefield | 11,786 | 99.2% | 1,988 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Narragansett | 9,581 | 99.7% | 1,998 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 74/100 |
| Kingston | 9,061 | 30.7% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.4 | C+ | 79/100 |
| Wakefield-Peacedale | 8,875 | 98.8% | 1,998 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Charlestown | 7,182 | 98.4% | 1,991 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 73/100 |
| Exeter | 5,864 | 99.3% | 1,984 Mbps | 4.9 | B | 88/100 |
| Saunderstown | 5,554 | 99.6% | 1,986 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 84/100 |
| Hope Valley | 4,640 | 99.3% | 1,985 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 80/100 |
| West Kingston | 4,465 | 98.9% | 1,978 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 85/100 |
| Narragansett Pier | 3,308 | 98.5% | 1,999 Mbps | 5.7 | B | 58/100 |
| Ashaway | 3,056 | 100.0% | 1,981 Mbps | 4.9 | B | 82/100 |
| Wyoming | 2,635 | 99.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 83/100 |
| Bradford | 1,994 | 98.5% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.5 | B- | 63/100 |
| Carolina | 1,476 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.6 | B | 83/100 |
| Wood River Junction | 1,425 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 85/100 |
| Block Island | 1,410 | 0.0% | 280 Mbps | 1.9 | F | 24/100 |
| Hopkinton | 490 | 100.0% | 1,983 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 48/100 |
| Richmond | 454 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 86/100 |
| Slocum | 427 | 99.3% | 1,986 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 66/100 |
| South Kingstown | 295 | 100.0% | 1,941 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Fisherville | 280 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.6 | B | 83/100 |
| Kenyon | 242 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.7 | B | 75/100 |
| Rockville | 105 | 85.7% | 1,478 Mbps | 3.9 | C | 74/100 |
| Tuckertown | 58 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.5 | B | 76/100 |
ZIP codes in Washington County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02852 (North Kingstown) | 23,719 | 99.1% | 1,992 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 71/100 |
| 02891 (Westerly) | 21,738 | 97.6% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 61/100 |
| 02879 (Wakefield) | 21,034 | 99.3% | 1,993 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 70/100 |
| 02882 (Narragansett) | 12,925 | 99.4% | 1,998 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 69/100 |
| 02881 (Kingston) | 8,393 | 24.6% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.2 | C+ | 79/100 |
| 02813 (Charlestown) | 7,832 | 98.5% | 1,992 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 72/100 |
| 02822 (Exeter) | 6,131 | 99.2% | 1,982 Mbps | 5 | B | 87/100 |
| 02874 (Saunderstown) | 6,001 | 99.6% | 1,985 Mbps | 5.5 | B | 84/100 |
| 02892 (West Kingston) | 5,251 | 99.0% | 1,982 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 85/100 |
| 02832 (Hope Valley) | 4,755 | 99.3% | 1,985 Mbps | 5.4 | B | 81/100 |
| 02808 (Bradford) | 2,724 | 98.9% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.9 | B | 68/100 |
| 02804 (Ashaway) | 2,561 | 100.0% | 1,993 Mbps | 4.9 | B | 84/100 |
| 02898 (Wyoming) | 1,962 | 98.8% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 81/100 |
| 02807 (Block Island) | 1,410 | 0.0% | 280 Mbps | 1.9 | F | 24/100 |
| 02812 (Carolina) | 1,277 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.8 | B | 83/100 |
| 02894 (Wood River Junction) | 770 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 86/100 |
| 02833 (Hopkinton) | 653 | 98.3% | 1,926 Mbps | 6 | B | 52/100 |
| 02875 (Richmond) | 333 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.4 | B | 79/100 |
| 02873 (Hope Valley) | 276 | 98.5% | 1,828 Mbps | 4.3 | B- | 62/100 |
| 02836 (Kenyon) | 158 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4.5 | B | 79/100 |
| 02877 (Saunderstown) | 5 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 4 | B | 94/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Washington County?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the county comes from Cox Communications.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Washington County
| Cox Communications | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Verizon | 980 |
| EarthLink | 980 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Washington County Internet Providers
Based on 29 reviews from Rhode Island internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Washington 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 3.00 out of 5 stars and 93.2% coverage in Washington 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 Washington County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Washington County, Rhode Island, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Washington County Overall | Rhode Island Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (1) | (13) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Cox | (1) | (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 Washington County
Based on data reported by Washington 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 Washington County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Cox Communications. This indicates Cox reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Washington County Speed | Rhode Island Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox |  (1) | (16) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (13) | (816) | 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 Washington County?
Of the providers in Washington County, customers rate Cox Communications the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Washington 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.
Cox Communications is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Washington County, Rhode Island, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Washington County
| ISP / Tech Type | Washington County Affordability | Rhode Island Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | (1) | (16) | (453) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (13) | (816) | 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 Washington County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Washington County?
EarthLink Fiber in Washington County, RI
Availability:
92.8%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 92.8% of Washington 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 Washington County from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Verizon Fiber in Washington County, RI
Availability:
92.8%
Customer Rating:
(453)
Avg. Download Speed
980 Mbps
Verizon offers Fiber service to 92.8% of Washington 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 Washington County from Verizon in terms of customer satisfaction.
Cox Fiber in Washington County, RI
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(54)
Avg. Download Speed
1,994 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Fiber service to 1.2% of Washington County homes. Across the county, Cox Fiber has speeds up to 1,994 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 557 Mbps throughout the county. Cox Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Washington County from Cox in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Washington County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Washington County, RI
Availability:
91.2%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
62 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 91.2% of Washington 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 62 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 11 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Washington County, RI
Availability:
66.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
32 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 66.6% of Washington County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 32 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 4.7 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Washington County, RI
Availability:
66.6%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
32 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 66.6% of Washington County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 32 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 4.7 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Washington County, RI
Availability:
31.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
168 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 31.4% of Washington County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 168 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 13 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Washington County?
Cox Cable in Washington County, RI
Availability:
93.0%
Customer Rating:
(399)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Cox Communications offers Cable service to 93.0% of Washington County homes. Across the county, Cox Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Washington County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Washington County, RI.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Rhode Island
Customer Reviews
A Rockville, RI Customer
Cox Fiber
June 16, 2023 A Narragansett, RI Customer
Verizon Fiber
January 10, 2023 A West Warwick, RI Customer
Verizon Fiber
May 13, 2026 Glen M
Cox Cable
November 26, 2025 We've been customers of Cox Communications for more than two years. We are very with them. The installation technicians provide a high level of customer service. They are very caring individuals.
Kathy F
Verizon Fiber
July 26, 2025 Verizon has the only reliable internet service in this area. Since changing to Fios I have experienced perfect connections. Customer service is proactive in recommending pricing options that are benefical to the customer. They are consistent with equipment upgrades and service upgrade announcements and communications. I could not be more satisfied with Verizon. Truth
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Washington 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 Washington County is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be Cox Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Cox Communications may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Washington County is Cox.
- Viasat, Verizon, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Washington County, available to 94.5% 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.