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US Cities with the Fastest Internet Speeds

Welcome to our comprehensive guide to the cities with the fastest internet in the United States. This series ranks the top cities across six distinct population categories, providing valuable insights into the state of internet connectivity in urban America. Our rankings are based on rigorous data analysis and aim to help residents, businesses, and policymakers make informed decisions about their internet needs.

Interactive Map of Cities with the Fastest Internet

Discover the top cities with the fastest internet through our interactive map. Each dot on the map represents one of the top cities in our rankings. Scroll down to see the detailed tables, and click on any city name to jump to its respective article for comprehensive information about internet speeds, infrastructure, and key metrics.

Please note that some cities may overlap and obscure each other on the map, please view the full rankings below for a more detailed view

Understanding Our Methodology

Our rankings are based on a detailed and rigorous methodology that ensures fair and accurate comparisons across different city sizes. We use block-level data to assess internet speeds, accounting for both the availability and the number of people who can access high-speed internet in each area. This approach provides a realistic picture of internet performance in various urban settings.

Methodology Overview: Click to Expand
  1. Granular Data Analysis: Using block-level data to capture detailed variations in internet speeds.
  2. Weighted Max Download Speed (WMD): Calculated by weighting maximum speeds by the population of each block, giving a realistic measure of what most residents can expect.
  3. Precise Comparative Framework:
    • City Size Tiers: Categorizing cities into six tiers based on population for fair comparisons:
      • Metropolitan City: 1,000,000+ residents
      • Major City: 500,000 – 999,999 residents
      • Large City: 250,000 – 499,999 residents
      • Medium City: 100,000 – 249,999 residents
      • Small City: 50,000 – 99,999 residents
      • Suburban / Regional City: 25,000 – 49,999 residents
    • Sophisticated Boundary Definitions: Using precise urban boundaries and multiple levels of city definitions to avoid broad classifications like MSAs, providing accurate and meaningful comparisons.
  4. Data Sources and Reliability: Utilizing FCC data reported by ISPs with statistical methods to address potential biases. Current ranking uses the May 28, 2024 FCC update, which is based on the Broadband Data Collection as of December 31, 2023.

For a detailed explanation of our methodology and why it stands out from other rankings, click here.

Rankings by City Size

Below you will find the rankings for cities across six distinct population categories. These tables provide a quick overview of the top cities with the fastest internet speeds. You can click on the header of each table to navigate to the full article for that category, or click on a specific city to jump directly to its detailed section within the respective article.

Metropolitan Cities (1,000,000 + residents)
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Rank Metropolitan City Speed
1 Salt Lake City, UT 7,215
2 Bronx, NY 6,731
3 Hartford, CT 6,201
4 Kansas City, MO 6,156
5 Brooklyn, NY 5,377
6 Tampa, FL 5,327
7 New York, NY 4,999
8 Raleigh, NC 4,679
9 Riverside, CA 4,569
10 Rochester, NY 4,566

Large Cities (250,000 - 499,999 residents)
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Rank Large City Speed
1 Oakland, CA 7,884
2 Newark, NJ 7,628
3 Chula Vista, CA 6,292
4 Plano, TX 6,202
5 Long Beach, CA 5,932
6 Durham, NC 5,671
7 Garland, TX 5,633
8 Fort Wayne, IN 5,416
9 Irving, TX 5,325
10 Lexington, KY 4,821

Small Cities (50,000 - 99,999 residents)
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Rank Small City Speed
1 Layton, UT 9,808
2 Orem, UT 9,707
3 Murray, UT 9,497
4 Enid, OK 9,326
5 St. Louis Park, MN 9,039
6 Loveland, CO 8,856
7 Richmond, CA 8,687
8 Bayonne, NJ 7,996
9 Valley Stream, NY 7,994
10 Passaic, NJ 7,979

Major Cities (500,000 - 999,999 residents)
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Rank Major City Speed
1 Chattanooga, TN 17,141
2 Bridgeport, CT 7,370
3 New Haven, CT 6,629
4 Provo, UT 5,902
5 Sarasota, FL 5,889
6 Ogden, UT 5,784
7 Knoxville, TN 4,998
8 Toledo, OH 4,988
9 Chapel Hill, NC 4,790
10 Lakeland, FL 4,597

Medium Cities (100,000 - 249,999 residents)
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Rank Medium City Speed
1 West Valley City, UT 9,660
2 Lafayette, LA 9,036
3 Fort Collins, CO 7,994
4 Paterson, NJ 7,958
5 Elizabeth, NJ 7,954
6 Yonkers, NY 7,828
7 Sandy, UT 7,783
8 Stamford, CT 7,755
9 Kansas City, KS 7,663
10 Olathe, KS 7,644

Regional Cities (25,000 – 49,999 residents)
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Rank City Speed
1 Hixson, TN 25,000
2 Soddy-Daisy, TN 24,807
3 Ooltewah, TN 17,875
4 Syracuse, UT 9,991
5 Sylvania, OH 9,940
6 Sandusky, OH 9,875
7 Cedar Falls, IA 9,807
8 Clearfield, UT 9,602
9 Midvale, UT 9,525
10 Pleasant Grove, UT 9,284

Conclusion

Explore our detailed articles for in-depth insights into each city's internet performance. Stay tuned for future updates as we continue to track and analyze internet speeds across the country. Whether you're a resident, business owner, or policymaker, our rankings provide the information you need to stay connected and competitive.

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