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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Connecticut
Frontier and Xfinity are Connecticut’s primary wired internet suppliers. Frontier has fiber and DSL internet throughout most of the state, while Xfinity is your cable internet alternative. Optimum also has cable and fiber internet, but you’ll only see it in the western part of the state. Verizon offers a little fiber along the eastern and western borders, and Cox has some fiber and cable internet around Meriden and Hartford. T-Mobile’s fixed wireless internet has the most coverage, as does satellite internet.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars from customers in Connecticut.
That ranks Connecticut 46th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Connecticut
3.6/5 average customer satisfaction rating
46th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$72.47 average price per payment for internet, per household
88.8% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.4/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.7/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
3,546,588 people
2.45 average people per household
$94,796 average income per household
44 average age per household
61% of population employed
6% higher than national average
Ranked 5th nationally
33% higher than national average
Ranked 2nd nationally
22% higher than national average
Ranked 8th nationally
11% higher than national average
Ranked 4th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Connecticut
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GoNetspeed | 201.57 Mbps | 180.54 Mbps | 59.44% | View Plans for GoNetspeed |
| Verizon Home Internet | 182.93 Mbps | 201.59 Mbps | 98.68% | |
| XFINITY | 181.51 Mbps | 23.28 Mbps | 95.8% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| Cox Communications | 167.67 Mbps | 21.54 Mbps | 95.98% | View Plans for Cox Communications |
| Optimum | 158.91 Mbps | 49.36 Mbps | 68.59% | View Plans for Optimum |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 269.59 Mbps | 100% | 99.45% | See all providers |
| Cable | 1099.49 Mbps | 77.69% | 91.38% | See all providers |
| DSL | 50.89 Mbps | 11.66% | 84.68% | See all providers |
| Fiber | 5107.8 Mbps | 98.97% | 89.52% | See all providers |
| Fixed Wireless | 34.01 Mbps | 27.24% | 84.44% | See all providers |
| LTE Home | 99 Mbps | 13.15% | 99% | See all providers |
| Satellite | 98.35 Mbps | 100% | 100% | See all providers |
Best cities for internet in Connecticut
Cities in Connecticut with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Saybrook | 222.16 Mbps | 28.58 Mbps | 75% | XFINITY |
| Westport | 217.54 Mbps | 54.48 Mbps | 58% | CEN |
| Waterbury | 207.72 Mbps | 127.97 Mbps | 93% | GoNetspeed |
| Meriden | 201.01 Mbps | 139.99 Mbps | 100% | Frontier |
| East Hampton | 197.33 Mbps | 154.72 Mbps | 75% | Frontier |
| Guilford | 194.15 Mbps | 55.54 Mbps | 100% | Breezeline |
| Stratford | 191.69 Mbps | 160.8 Mbps | 72% | Frontier |
| East Haven | 189.58 Mbps | 168.7 Mbps | 88% | Frontier |
Old Saybrook is the best city in Connecticut 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. Westport and Waterbury also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Connecticut
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 124,845 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| New Haven | 130,354 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Waterbury | 110,372 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Stamford | 129,004 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Bridgeport | 145,639 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Norwalk | 88,389 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| West Hartford | 63,423 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Danbury | 84,372 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Hartford is the most internet-connected city in Connecticut. Hartford 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 Hartford's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. New Haven and Waterbury also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Connecticut
Bridgeport
Population: 145,639
Median income: $47,889
145.82 Mbps
avg. download speed
75.99 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
New Haven
Population: 130,354
Median income: $67,446
150.24 Mbps
avg. download speed
81.41 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
Stamford
Population: 129,004
Median income: $99,861
149.02 Mbps
avg. download speed
76.29 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.
Connecticut FAQs
What is a good internet speed?
A good internet speed is 100Mbps per person. We get that number based on a household of five using a 500Mbps cable internet plan with ease. But you may only need a little speed, especially if all you do online is browse websites occasionally and check your email. Our 100Mbps-per-person estimate ensures everyone has enough bandwidth to stream movies and download console games quickly without buffering and slowdowns.
What are the best internet providers in Connecticut?
T-Mobile takes the top spot for overall customer satisfaction in our latest survey. In fact, it ranks the highest in three out of five categories and only falls one notch in speed and reliability satisfaction. The customers have spoken, and T-Mobile’s fixed wireless internet can’t be beat.
Xfinity reigns as the speed satisfaction king in our survey, while Verizon earns the top spot for reliability. Optimum ranks in the bottom half of every category—rock bottom out of 15 providers for customer service and price satisfaction. Meanwhile, Frontier ranks slightly better than Optimum except in speed satisfaction, where Optimum pulls ahead by just a smidge.