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Optimum Internet Availability

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Optimum is currently the 11th largest internet provider in the United States, operating in 21 states or territories covering 20,642,705 people, and offering speeds over 1,000 Mbps to 54.72% of those people. Optimum offers cable and fiber connections, explore our comprehensive and frequently updated availability maps below.

Optimum Availability Maps

Optimum has internet service available to 5.86% of people in the US. Among those covered, the breakdown by service type is as follows:

  • Fiber internet for 56.05%
  • Cable for 99.81%
  • DSL for 0.00%
  • Fixed wireless for 0.00%

This map illustrates Optimum’s internet availability across the United States. Use the buttons at the top of the map to toggle between the different types of connections including cable and fiber.

Optimum Internet Availability Map

For more detailed comparisons and interactive maps, visit our Internet Service Providers Near You page. Alternatively, you can search by address on our Internet Service Providers by Address page, or use the search feature at the top of this page.

This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.

Optimum Internet Plans & Pricing

PlanMonthly PriceTypical Download SpeedTypical Upload SpeedConnection Type
100 Internet$25.00 ($30.00 after 12 months)112 Mbps5.6 MbpsCable
300 Internet$30.00 ($35.00 after 12 months)329 Mbps22 MbpsCable
300 Fiber Internet$30.00 ($35.00 after 12 months)365 Mbps323 MbpsFiber
500 Internet$40.00 ($45.00 after 12 months)542 Mbps22 MbpsCable
500 Fiber Internet$40.00 ($45.00 after 12 months)609 Mbps540 MbpsFiber
1 Gig Internet$50.00 ($55.00 after 24 months)1007 Mbps38 MbpsCable
1 Gig Fiber Internet$50.00 ($55.00 after 24 months)1217 Mbps1078 MbpsFiber

Note: These provider-reported typical speeds reflect plan-specific expectations, while speed metrics elsewhere on our site measure maximum available performance across areas.

Optimum Internet by State

This map highlights Optimum coverage and speeds by state, Optimum has the biggest presence in New York, New Jersey, and Texas. Hover over each state to see Optimum availability by connection type, and click on a state to see all providers in that state.

Optimum Internet Customer Reviews

Optimum has an overall rating of 3.11 out of 5, with a total of 246 reviews and ratings across the United States. Ratings by service type include: Fiber: 3.38 stars, Cable: 3.04 stars, DSL: 3.00 stars, Fixed Wireless: 3.14 stars. If you'd like to tell others about your experience, you can rate or review Optimum here.

Connection

Customer Rating

Fiber

Fiber: 3.382978723000 of 5 stars

47

Cable

Cable: 3.042105263000 of 5 stars

190

DSL

DSL: 3.000000000000 of 5 stars

2

Fixed Wireless

Fixed Wireless: 3.142857142000 of 5 stars

7

For detailed reviews, visit our Optimum Internet Reviews page.

Optimum’s Biggest Competitors

Optimum frequently competes for customers with providers like T-Mobile Home Internet, EarthLink, and Verizon. Below, we offer a side-by-side comparison of these ISPs based on key metrics such as service availability, average speeds, and customer ratings.

Optimum vs T-Mobile Home Internet
94.24% Availability Overlap
Optimum logoT-Mobile Home Internet logo
National Availability
5.86%85.72%
High Speed Availability
56.05% Fiber100.00% Fixed Wireless
Average Speed
4,787 Mbps65 Mbps
Customer Rating
(246) (284)

Full Comparison

Optimum vs EarthLink
87.12% Availability Overlap
Optimum logoEarthLink logo
National Availability
5.86%76.09%
High Speed Availability
56.05% Fiber69.19% Fiber
Average Speed
4,787 Mbps1,460 Mbps
Customer Rating
(246) (12)

Full Comparison

Optimum vs Verizon
81.64% Availability Overlap
Optimum logoVerizon logo
National Availability
5.86%63.18%
High Speed Availability
56.05% Fiber64.01% Fiber
Average Speed
4,787 Mbps1,196 Mbps
Customer Rating
(246) (723)

Full Comparison

Optimum competes with 375 other ISPs across the U.S., defined as any provider that competes in at least some part of Optimum's service area. On average, customers within Optimum's service area have about 4.3 alternative ISP options to choose from.

Biggest Cities with Optimum Internet Service

Optimum is available in 3,348 cities throughout the country. Here is a list of the largest cities with Optimum internet service:

New York, NY
  • Availability: 59.06%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 7,041 Mbps
Brooklyn, NY
  • Availability: 79.27%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 6,383 Mbps
Bronx, NY
  • Availability: 99.02%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 6,584 Mbps
Bridgeport, CT
  • Availability: 69.84%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 7,825 Mbps
Dallas, TX
  • Availability: 6.27%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 940 Mbps
Houston, TX
  • Availability: 5.91%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 929 Mbps
Poughkeepsie, NY
  • Availability: 51.59%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 3,420 Mbps
Newark, NJ
  • Availability: 95.31%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 7,743 Mbps
Austin, TX
  • Availability: 12.86%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 918 Mbps
Lubbock, TX
  • Availability: 92.06%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 940 Mbps
Amarillo, TX
  • Availability: 94.19%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 940 Mbps
Yonkers, NY
  • Availability: 99.70%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 7,785 Mbps
Paterson, NJ
  • Availability: 99.50%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 7,962 Mbps
Midland, TX
  • Availability: 92.47%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 940 Mbps
Tyler, TX
  • Availability: 94.97%
  • Avg. Download Speed: 938 Mbps

Optimum Frequently Asked Questions

  • How fast is Optimum Internet?

    • The fastest available speed from Optimum is 8,000 Mbps download 8,000 Mbps upload. Speed tiers start at 10 Mbps download and 1.0 Mbps upload for cheaper service packages.
    • The average speed most people can get from Optimum is 4,787 Mbps download and 4,405 Mbps upload.
    • Have Optimum and want to see what speed you get? User our Optimum Speed Test tool to find out.
    • Our visitors rate Optimum 3.55 out of 5 for speed.
  • Is Optimum available in my area?

  • Does Optimum have fiber internet?

    • 56.05% of Optimum customers can subscribe to fiber internet. These customers receive an average download speed of 7,833 Mbps and average upload speed of 7,833 Mbps.
  • Does Optimum have cable internet?

    • 99.81% of Optimum customers can subscribe to cable internet. These customers receive an average download speed of 924 Mbps and average upload speed of 34 Mbps.
  • Does Optimum have DSL internet?

    • Optimum does not offer any DSL internet service.
  • Does Optimum have Fixed Wireless internet?

    • Optimum does not offer any Fixed internet service.