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Best Internet Providers in Long Island City, NY

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Top 8 Internet Service Providers in Long Island City, NY

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1. AT&T

49.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
225 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
49.6% Available

2. Spectrum

67.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo *
67.9% Available

3. Verizon

78.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
78.5% Available

4. HughesNet

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
100% Available

5. RCN

65.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
1.5 Gbps Cable, Fiber
Prices Starting At 20.00/mo *
*Includes autopay/e-bill discount. | RCN prices their plans regionally. We do our best to collect these regions and zip codes, but always verify pricing via phone or online in your specific zip code.
65.4% Available

6. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

7. Verizon

17.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
17.6% Available

8. Always ON

28.4% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
28.4% Available

Best Internet Providers in Long Island City

If you're in Long Island City and looking for top-notch internet, start with fiber. It's the fastest. Verizon Fios is a strong choice here. They cover a whopping 78.5% of the area and offer speeds up to 2 Gbps. At just $49.99 a month to start, it's a solid deal.

Next, consider cable internet. Spectrum is a popular provider in the area, covering 67.9%, with speeds reaching up to 1 Gbps for $50 per month. Another good cable option is Astound Broadband Powered by RCN, which provides up to 1.5 Gbps speeds and covers 65.4% of the area.

For those interested in wireless, check out Verizon 5G Home Internet. It covers 17.6% of Long Island City and offers speeds up to 50 Mbps for $50 a month. It's a good alternative if you prefer a wireless setup.

Don't overlook DSL. Verizon High Speed Internet offers a more traditional option, covering 5.4% of the area with speeds up to 10 Mbps. It's priced at $40 per month, making it a budget-friendly choice.

Overall, whether you're looking for blazing fiber speeds, reliable cable, or exploring wireless and DSL, Long Island City has something to meet your needs.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Long Island City

Average download speed in Long Island City:

229 Mbps

Based on 43,040 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Long Island City

  1. AT&T - 5g internet up to 225 Mbps
  2. Spectrum - No data caps, most Fiber availability and most Cable availability
  3. Verizon - Fast download speeds in Long Island City
  4. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  5. RCN - Cable or Fiber up to 1500 Mbps
  6. Starlink - Most internet coverage in Long Island City
  7. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps
  8. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Long Island City

  • Verizon - Fast up to 2 Gbps (2000 Mbps)
  • RCN - Fast up to 1500 Mbps
  • Spectrum - Fast up to 1000 Mbps
  • AT&T - Fast up to 225 Mbps
  • Starlink - Fast up to 220 Mbps
  • Always ON - Fast up to 150 Mbps

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Long Island City By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 68%
RCN Cable 1.5 Gbps 65%
Verizon DSL 15 Mbps 5%
Verizon Fiber 2.3 Gbps 78%
Skywire Networks Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps 1%
RCN Fiber 5 Gbps 3%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 50%
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps 5%
Starry Internet Fixed Wireless 1 Gbps 7%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 18%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 28%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps 68%
RCN Cable 1.5 Gbps 65%
Verizon Fiber 2 Gbps 78%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 18%
Spectrum Fiber 1 Gbps 5%
RCN Fiber 1.5 Gbps 3%
Skywire Networks Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps 1%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 50%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Long Island City

Internet service providers in Long Island City use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

Fiber - 86%
Cable - 24%
DSL - 24%

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Long Island City, NY

Hotspot
2 Court Square
Long Island City, NY 11101
Hotspot
3020 Thomson Ave
Long Island City, NY 11101
Hotspot
31-10 Thomson Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101
Hotspot
3020 Thomson Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101

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