Who is our top ranked provider in Auburn NY? [Updated]

Auburn, NY High Speed Internet Service

Auburn, NY has a total of 5 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 5 internet service options in Auburn. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Auburn is Spectrum. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Spectrum	Cable, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	100.0%
2	Verizon	Fiber	940 Mbps	880 Mbps	97.8%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	Nysys Wireless	wireless	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	26.3%

Auburn NY Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Auburn compare to Cayuga County? The average speed in Auburn is 48.55 Mbps which is faster than Cayuga County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the New York average of 33.15 Mbps.

Auburn Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Auburn is 10.2 Mbps. This is 2.4% faster than the average in New York and 12.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Auburn is 117% faster than the Cayuga County average and 49.8% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Auburn is 10.2 Mbps. This is 68.9% faster than the Cayuga County average and 12.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 88.3% of Cayuga County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 77.2% of Cayuga County residents
The average internet download speed in Cayuga County is 22.37 Mbps based upon 92848 samples taken in the past year

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 Auburn 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Auburn, New York.

Who has the fastest internet service in Auburn?

Spectrum with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Auburn.

How do the internet speeds in Auburn compare to other cities in New York?

Click through to see how the Auburn broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Camden, East Hampton, Malverne, Milford, Monsey, Morris, Port Byron

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Auburn, New York?

Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Auburn.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Auburn, NY 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 Auburn, New York?

The following zip codes were used: 13021, 13022 and 13024

Auburn 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.