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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Rhode Island
Rhode Island might be the smallest state, but it packs a punch when it comes to fast internet options. Much of the state has access to the internet providers Verizon Home Internet and Cox Communications. Both providers have internet speeds up to 2,000Mbps and have plans at affordable prices. You also have a 5G option with Verizon Home Internet that is available everywhere in the state. Providence not only has access to Verizon and Cox Communications, but it also has access to fiber provider Breezeline.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars from customers in Rhode Island.
That ranks Rhode Island 38th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
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3.6/5 average customer satisfaction rating
38th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$70.82 average price per payment for internet, per household
86.2% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.6/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.7/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
1,097,379 people
2.69 average people per household
$75,050 average income per household
43 average age per household
60% of population employed
8% higher than national average
Ranked 2nd nationally
52% higher than national average
Ranked 2nd nationally
14% higher than national average
Ranked 13th nationally
15% higher than national average
Ranked 1st nationally
Fastest internet providers in Rhode Island
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon Home Internet | 249.66 Mbps | 127.15 Mbps | 69.45% | View Plans for Verizon Home Internet |
| Cox Communications | 239.63 Mbps | 40.91 Mbps | 99% | View Plans for Cox Communications |
| i3 Broadband | 178.63 Mbps | 23.92 Mbps | 56.15% | View Plans for i3 Broadband |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 97.42% | 52.74% | See all providers for 5G Home |
| Cable | 2000 Mbps | 98.7% | 98.08% | See all providers for Cable |
| DSL | 15 Mbps | 80.99% | 94.41% | See all providers for DSL |
| Fiber | 1681.03 Mbps | 99.3% | 95.21% | See all providers for Fiber |
| Satellite | 217.94 Mbps | 99.82% | 99.51% | See all providers for Satellite |
Best cities for internet in Rhode Island
Cities in Rhode Island with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnston | 299.82 Mbps | 71.42 Mbps | 94% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Cumberland | 294.35 Mbps | 73.15 Mbps | 88% | Cox Communications |
| Wakefield | 265.23 Mbps | 87.08 Mbps | 93% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Cranston | 259.09 Mbps | 103.15 Mbps | 93% | Verizon Home Internet |
| North Kingstown | 255.45 Mbps | 109.55 Mbps | 95% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Coventry | 252.97 Mbps | 90.74 Mbps | 95% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Tiverton | 246.03 Mbps | 35.79 Mbps | 89% | Cox Communications |
| Barrington | 244.28 Mbps | 35.46 Mbps | 95% | Cox Communications |
Johnston is the best city in Rhode Island for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Cumberland and Wakefield also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Rhode Island
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pawtucket | 75,176 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Cranston | 82,691 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Cumberland | 36,276 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| East Greenwich | 14,285 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| East Providence | 47,012 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Greenville | 8,777 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Johnston | 29,545 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Lincoln | 22,476 | 80% | 80% | 80% |
Pawtucket is the most internet-connected city in Rhode Island. Pawtucket makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Pawtucket's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Cranston and Cumberland also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Rhode Island
Providence
Population: 189,715
Median income: $56,139
214.63 Mbps
avg. download speed
61.22 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Warwick
Population: 82,783
Median income: $78,269
244.18 Mbps
avg. download speed
53.92 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Cranston
Population: 82,691
Median income: $68,794
260.19 Mbps
avg. download speed
103.15 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.