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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in New Hampshire
Xfinity and Consolidated Communications are the primary internet providers in New Hampshire. Xfinity’s cable internet, which received the highest speed satisfaction ratings in our customer survey, is available consistently throughout the bottom half of the state. Consolidated Communications covers the same area, with the addition of a large coverage pocket in the Conway area. Internet customers in the northern half of the state can get cable internet through Spectrum.
T-Mobile’s 5G Home Internet is a great fiber and cable internet alternative available throughout most of New Hampshire.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars from customers in New Hampshire.
That ranks New Hampshire 41st nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in New Hampshire
3.6/5 average customer satisfaction rating
41st
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$89.35 average price per payment for internet, per household
93.7% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.6/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.8/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
1,377,529 people
2.4 average people per household
$84,429 average income per household
48 average age per household
61% of population employed
6% higher than national average
Ranked 5th nationally
32% higher than national average
Ranked 13th nationally
14% higher than national average
Ranked 15th nationally
10% higher than national average
Ranked 5th nationally
Fastest internet providers in New Hampshire
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | 281.02 Mbps | 67.19 Mbps | 88.79% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| Spectrum | 217.63 Mbps | 23.38 Mbps | 47.18% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| TDS Telecom | 200.42 Mbps | 143.21 Mbps | 85.74% | View Plans for TDS Telecom |
| Granite State Communications | 126.65 Mbps | 92.24 Mbps | 61.43% | View Plans for Granite State Communications |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Satellite | 255.6 Mbps | 99.18% | 95.94% | See all providers for Satellite |
| Fixed Wireless | 15.06 Mbps | 51.08% | 56.89% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| Fiber | 1757.74 Mbps | 92.69% | 69% | See all providers for Fiber |
| DSL | 50.39 Mbps | 39.33% | 86.72% | See all providers for DSL |
| Cable | 1867.11 Mbps | 97.55% | 80.31% | See all providers for Cable |
| 5G Home | 375.16 Mbps | 96.25% | 52.99% | See all providers for 5G Home |
Best cities for internet in New Hampshire
Cities in New Hampshire with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem | 315.33 Mbps | 113.39 Mbps | 78% | XFINITY |
| Amherst | 303.71 Mbps | 58.5 Mbps | 78% | XFINITY |
| Concord | 299.37 Mbps | 90.01 Mbps | 49% | FirstLight |
| Pelham | 297.46 Mbps | 114.54 Mbps | 70% | XFINITY |
| Derry | 282.09 Mbps | 112.59 Mbps | 40% | XFINITY |
| Merrimack | 280.46 Mbps | 114.85 Mbps | 68% | |
| Exeter | 278.89 Mbps | 85.27 Mbps | 77% | TDS Telecom |
| Portsmouth | 276.62 Mbps | 108.55 Mbps | 67% | XFINITY |
Salem is the best city in New Hampshire 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. Amherst and Concord also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in New Hampshire
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milan | 1,308 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Concord | 44,049 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Holderness | 2,114 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Hollis | 8,429 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Manchester | 115,037 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Monroe | 856 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Moultonborough | 4,950 | 100% | 99% | 100% |
| North Haverhill | 819 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Milan is the most internet-connected city in New Hampshire. Milan 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 Milan's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Concord and Holderness also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in New Hampshire
Manchester
Population: 115,037
Median income: $61,743
267.88 Mbps
avg. download speed
91.34 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
Nashua
Population: 90,943
Median income: $81,757
286.08 Mbps
avg. download speed
92.22 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
Concord
Population: 44,049
Median income: $76,097
298.54 Mbps
avg. download speed
77.64 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.
