Hope Valley, Rhode Island Broadband Internet Service
There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Hope Valley, Rhode Island and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Hope Valley:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Cox | Cable | 1000 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 98.6% |
2 | Verizon | Fiber | 940 Mbps | 880 Mbps | 90.3% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Hope Valley RI Internet Access Options
When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Hope Valley have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:
Broadband Internet Speeds
How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Hope Valley compare to Washington County? The average speed in Hope Valley is 73.94 Mbps which is faster than Washington County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Rhode Island average of 36.8 Mbps.
Hope Valley Internet Access Facts
DSL internet is available to 0.0% of the Washington County population
The average internet download speed in Hope Valley is 73.94 Mbps based upon 9520 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 98.6% of the Hope Valley population
Fiber optic internet is available to 90.3% of Hope Valley residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Hope Valley, RI providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Hope Valley is 49% faster than the Washington County average and 128.2% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
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 Hope Valley 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 Cox as the top provider for Hope Valley, Rhode Island.
Who has the fastest internet service in Hope Valley?
Cox with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Hope Valley.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Hope Valley, Rhode Island?
The following zip codes were used: 2832
How do the internet speeds in Hope Valley compare to other cities in Rhode Island?
Click through to see how the Hope Valley broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ashaway, Central Falls, Chepachet, Kingston, Pawtucket, Providence, Woonsocket
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Hope Valley - Verizon.
What is DSL internet service?
DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.
Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Hope Valley, Rhode Island?
Cox provides broadband internet service to 98.6% of Hope Valley.
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 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 internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Hope Valley internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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25+ Mbps | 1-2 devices | Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming |
100+ Mbps | 3-5 devices | Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming |
1000+ Mbps | 6+ devices | Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming |
Hope Valley 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.

Cox
- 250+ channels
- Contour voice remote control
- Customizable add-ons
- Make your TV content portable with the Contour app app

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