New Jersey Broadband Coverage Report (2026)
Analysis of internet service availability across New Jersey, including fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless coverage.
Technology Breakdown
Based on 93,034 broadband service records
Top Internet Providers
| Provider | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lightpath | 292,862 | 77.9% |
| HughesNet | 24,127 | 6.4% |
| Viasat Inc | 24,127 | 6.4% |
| Xfinity | 16,067 | 4.3% |
| Verizon | 12,351 | 3.3% |
| Optimum | 6,210 | 1.7% |
Largest Cities
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Netcong | 0 |
| 2 | Bay Head | 0 |
| 3 | Sewaren | 0 |
| 4 | Essex Fells | 0 |
| 5 | Vauxhall | 0 |
| 6 | Keasbey | 0 |
| 7 | Jersey City | 292,449 |
| 8 | Newark | 281,944 |
| 9 | Paterson | 159,732 |
| 10 | Elizabeth | 129,007 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage of New Jersey has fiber internet?
Based on FCC broadband data, fiber accounts for approximately 25.9% of broadband availability records in New Jersey.
Who are the largest internet providers in New Jersey?
The top providers in New Jersey by coverage include Lightpath, HughesNet, Viasat Inc.
How many broadband options are available in New Jersey?
New Jersey has approximately 93,034 broadband service records across fiber, cable, DSL, satellite, and fixed wireless technologies.
Methodology
This report is derived from FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC) records. Technology percentages reflect the share of service availability records, not unique households. Provider market share is based on reported location counts. Data is refreshed daily. Read our full methodology.
This data is also available via our public JSON API.