Lakewood, New Jersey Broadband Internet Service
Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Lakewood, NJ that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Lakewood by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Optimum | Cable, Fiber | 10000 Mbps | 10000 Mbps | 99.3% |
2 | Verizon | Fiber | 940 Mbps | 880 Mbps | 59.6% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
5 | Xchange Telecom | DSL | 25 Mbps | 2 Mbps | 18.3% |
Lakewood NJ Internet Access Options
More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Lakewood which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:
Broadband Internet Speeds
For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Lakewood of 10.84 Mbps are faster than the Ocean County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for New Jersey.
Lakewood Internet Access Facts
DSL internet is available to 3.3% of Lakewood residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Lakewood, NJ providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Lakewood is 86.1% faster than the average in New Jersey and 65.4% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 0.0% of the Ocean County population
The average internet download speed in Lakewood is 53.58 Mbps based upon 141288 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.3% of the Lakewood population
Internet Access Technologies
DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Lakewood residents who have access to each of these technology types.
Internet Service FAQs
Who has the best internet service near me?
Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Optimum as the top provider for Lakewood, New Jersey.
Who has the fastest internet service in Lakewood?
Optimum with a download speed of 10000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Lakewood.
How do the internet speeds in Lakewood compare to other cities in New Jersey?
Click through to see how the Lakewood broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Clinton, Estell Manor, Fair Haven, Franklin Lakes, Harmony, Manahawkin, Mountainside
Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Lakewood, New Jersey?
Optimum provides broadband internet service to 99.3% of Lakewood.
How many broadband service providers are there near me?
Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Lakewood, NJ residents.
What is cable internet service?
Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.
What is Mbps?
Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.
What download speed do I need to stream movies?
For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Lakewood, New Jersey?
The following zip codes were used: 8701
Lakewood Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services
Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.
Optimum
- 410+ channels
- Voice activated remote control
- Customize your plan
- Optimum entertainment experience available on the new Apple TV in 4K
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages