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Internet Providers in Poughkeepsie, New York

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Home Internet in Poughkeepsie, NY

  • 1. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 54.2%
    Poughkeepsie speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 2. Optimum
    Speeds Up To
    940 Mbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 17%
    Poughkeepsie speed tests confirm high speeds for Optimum
  • 3. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 93.9%
    Poughkeepsie speed tests confirm high speeds for Verizon
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 5. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 23.4%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Best Internet Providers in Poughkeepsie, NY

Verizon, Spectrum, and Optimum are shaping up the internet service in Poughkeepsie, New York. Verizon, as the leading provider, emerges as an attractive choice for its blend of fiber, DSL, and 5G internet services. It's tough to beat Verizon's 940 Mbps top speed, appealing starting price of $40 per month, and its coverage across 83% of Poughkeepsie. It makes sense for households varying from casual browsers to streaming enthusiasts.

Spectrum and Optimum also hold their own in Poughkeepsie's tech terrain. Spectrum leads with the highest maximum download speed of 1 Gbps, offered via cable and fiber links. It's a substantial pick for speed demons with its $49.99 starting price and 55% coverage. Now, Optimum might have less of Poughkeepsie in its grasp, at 43% coverage, but with speeds hitting 940 Mbps and a kick-off price of $40 a month, it's neck and neck with Verizon.

Overall, Poughkeepsie’s internet scene is dominated by cable (94%) and fiber (83%) connections. There's also a hint of DSL and fixed wireless, and steady satellite coverage ensures all residents have their unique internet requirements met.

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
23.36%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • Optimum
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • Verizon
  • Spectrum
93.88%

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Provider Connection Types in Poughkeepsie, NY

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Poughkeepsie, NY
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
2.13%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
94.46%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
83.3%

List of Internet Providers in Poughkeepsie, NY

Provider Type Top Speed
Verizon Fiber, 5G Internet 2 Gbps
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Optimum Cable 940 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps

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