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Internet Providers in Trenton, New Jersey

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Home Internet in Trenton, NJ

  • 1. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 15.6%
    Trenton speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 2. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 85%
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
    Availability: 84.8%
    Trenton speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 4. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 53.2%
    Trenton speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 5. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    72 - 245 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 46.5%
  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 39.4%

Home Internet Summary in Trenton, NJ

EarthLink Fiber provides the fastest internet in Trenton, New Jersey, with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. It covers 85% of the city. Plans start at $54.95 per month. Although pricier, EarthLink offers reliable fiber connections ideal for streaming, large downloads, and multiple users.

Verizon, the second top provider, offers both fiber and 5G connections with the same maximum speed. With coverage reaching 84.80% of Trenton, Verizon almost matches EarthLink's reach but starts at a cheaper $49.99 per month. It provides a strong alternative, especially for those interested in 5G.

Xfinity, ranking third, delivers cable connections boasting speeds up to 2 Gbps, the highest among the top three providers. However, it only covers 53.20% of Trenton. Starting prices are $30 per month, making it a viable high-speed option for those within its area.

Trenton residents have diverse internet choices with 97% fiber and 86% cable availability. This variety ensures that they can find plans suitable for their specific needs and budgets.

Best Internet Providers in Trenton, NJ

The best internet provider in Trenton is Verizon Fios, but Xfinity and Optimum are notable mentions. What makes Verizon rise to the top in the city is the fact that the provider is available in 1.3 percent of the region, more than any other cable or fiber provider. When combined with download speeds up to 940 Mbps, Verizon is the go-to internet option in Trenton.

Depending on where you live, Xfinity may also be available for you. It offers coverage in 53.2 percent of the city via its cable network. Xfinity download speeds go up to 2 Gbps, with internet-only plans starting at $30 per month.

Optimum is another contender of note with a strong fiber connection in Trenton. It’s available in 15.6 percent of the city, with up to gig-level speeds. Optimum internet-only plans begin at $40 per month.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Always ON
39.35%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • EarthLink
  • Verizon
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • Hughesnet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Optimum
  • Xfinity
53.16%

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Provider Connection Types in Trenton, NJ

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Trenton, NJ
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
1.3599999999999999%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
97.47%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
86.28%

List of Internet Providers in Trenton, NJ

Provider Type Top Speed
Optimum Cable, Fiber 5 Gbps
EarthLink Fiber 940 Mbps
Verizon Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet 940 Mbps
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 245 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Trenton, NJ

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Optimum $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable, Fiber
EarthLink Fiber $54.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Verizon $40/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 940 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber, DSL, 5G Internet
Xfinity $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $149.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 245 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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