Internet providers in Hempstead, NY

Internet in Hempstead

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Hempstead area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Hempstead Residential Internet Coverage

With its large homes and growing business sector, the city of Hempstead is an important part of the state of New York. It's no secret that internet access is essential for the livelihood of residents and the growth of businesses. All in all, 100% of Hempstead residents can access at least one type of high speed internet service.

Looking for cable service? Lots of Hempstead residents enjoy the service provided by Optimum, which has a network that covers all of Hempstead. In addition, many outlying rural and suburban areas enjoy Optimum service.

Another option in Hempstead is Verizon Fios. Fiber optic service is extremely fast and reliable. Currently, Verizon Fios offers fiber optic service to all of Hempstead. Verizon Fios also has an expansive DSL network that reaches almost all of Hempstead.

If you need internet for your business, you can check out options through Megapath. Megapath offers DSL and copper wire service, meeting the needs of many local businesses. Fiber optic service is available through Lightower Fiber Networks, Optimum, and Level 3 Communications.

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Average download speed
274.65 Mbps

Average upload speed
126.27 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
6.53 ms

Average jitter
6.17 ms

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What is the best internet provider in Hempstead?

Optimum - Highly reliable
Verizon Home Internet - Fast upload and download speeds

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Summary of Hempstead internet providers

Provider	Type	Download speeds up to	User rating	Order online
Optimum	Cable & Fiber	8000 Mbps	3.5/5	View Plans for Optimum
Verizon Home Internet	DSL & Fiber	2048 Mbps	4/5	View Plans for Verizon Home Internet
Starlink	Satellite	220 Mbps	4.0/5	View Plans for Starlink
ispMint	5G Home	5 Mbps	4.5/5	View Plans for ispMint