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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Delaware
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars from customers in Delaware.
That ranks Delaware 14th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
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3.8/5 average customer satisfaction rating
14th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$80.66 average price per payment for internet, per household
98.4% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.7/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.8/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
998,619 people
2.51 average people per household
$72,188 average income per household
43 average age per household
55% of population employed
5% higher than national average
Ranked 8th nationally
2% higher than national average
Ranked 22nd nationally
13% higher than national average
Ranked 37th nationally
10% higher than national average
Ranked 5th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Delaware
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | 192.36 Mbps | 23.69 Mbps | 95.8% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| Verizon Home Internet | 187.11 Mbps | 122.97 Mbps | 98.68% | |
| Breezeline | 170.94 Mbps | 25.82 Mbps | 70.14% | View Plans for Breezeline |
| Xtream Powered by Mediacom | 120.7 Mbps | 28.02 Mbps | 88.27% | View Plans for Xtream Powered by Mediacom |
| ALTIUS Communications LLC | 40.94 Mbps | 23.9 Mbps | 75.92% | View Plans for ALTIUS Communications LLC |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 269.7 Mbps | 90.23% | 99.45% | See all providers |
| Cable | 1049.04 Mbps | 89.54% | 95.92% | See all providers |
| DSL | 22.87 Mbps | 75.38% | 99.03% | See all providers |
| Fiber | 2075.4 Mbps | 75.13% | 98.18% | See all providers |
| Fixed Wireless | 103.39 Mbps | 34.67% | 65.5% | See all providers |
| LTE Home | 99 Mbps | 16.27% | 99% | See all providers |
| Satellite | 97.43 Mbps | 90.25% | 100% | See all providers |
Best cities for internet in Delaware
Cities in Delaware with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton | 217.27 Mbps | 38.78 Mbps | 72% | XFINITY |
| Claymont | 208 Mbps | 164.02 Mbps | 100% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Bear | 197.31 Mbps | 93.63 Mbps | 76% | XFINITY |
| Townsend | 194.82 Mbps | 18.44 Mbps | 100% | Breezeline |
| Newark | 194.65 Mbps | 82.58 Mbps | 67% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Dover | 191.21 Mbps | 49.81 Mbps | 100% | Verizon Home Internet |
| Middletown | 185.89 Mbps | 91.44 Mbps | 100% | XFINITY |
| Lewes | 180.56 Mbps | 32.05 Mbps | 71% | Verizon Home Internet |
Milton is the best city in Delaware 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. Claymont and Bear also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Delaware
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington | 217,761 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Newark | 143,641 | 100% | 96% | 100% |
| Dover | 74,649 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Hockessin | 15,821 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Bear | 40,173 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Pike Creek | 8,221 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Camden | 3,542 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Wilmington is the most internet-connected city in Delaware. Wilmington 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 Wilmington's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Newark and Dover also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Delaware
Wilmington
Population: 217,761
Median income: $75,723
149.93 Mbps
avg. download speed
59 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
Newark
Population: 143,641
Median income: $80,660
194.65 Mbps
avg. download speed
82.58 Mbps
avg. upload speed
99.82% have access to high speed internet
95.51% have access to fiber internet
99.82% have access to 3 or more providers
Dover
Population: 74,649
Median income: $60,014
191.21 Mbps
avg. download speed
49.81 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.