Internet providers in Paterson, New Jersey 07513
ZIP code 07513 is in Paterson, Passaic County, New Jersey. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Paterson 07513: local snapshot
About 88% of the 3,189 households in 07513 have a broadband subscription, 4 points below the New Jersey average of 92%. That ranks 07513#483 of 563 ZIP codes in New Jersey for broadband adoption. A notable share of households rely on satellite internet, a common sign that wired service is patchy in parts of this ZIP.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Paterson, New Jersey
Share of residential locations in Paterson where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Optimum | Fiber, Cable | 94% | |
| 2 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 83% | Check availability |
| 3 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 81% | |
| 4 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 31% | Check availability |
| 5 | Andrena | DSL | 2% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Paterson?
Fiber is widely available: about 94% of locations in Paterson can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 93% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 59% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Paterson that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Paterson 07513
Optimum reports service to the most residential locations in Paterson, about 94%. 3 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Optimum, Verizon, and T-Mobile Home Internet), so the market looks competitive. T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 07513 (88%) is close to the Paterson average of 88%. By median household income, 07513 ranks 4 of 9 ZIP codes in Paterson. The median age of residents is 33.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Paterson?
Yes, in part. About 94% of residential locations in Paterson can get fiber, 94% can get cable, and about 93% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Paterson?
Optimum reports service to about 94% of residential locations in Paterson, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Paterson?
5 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Paterson, and 3 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Paterson 07513?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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