Newport County Internet
Newport County, Rhode Island has a Broadband Grade of B with an average download speed of 100 Mbps across 8 ZIP codes. 0% of the county has fiber internet access, and the area averages 10 providers per ZIP code. Internet access is above average for the U.S.
ZIP Code Grades in Newport County
Fastest ZIP Codes in Newport County
| ZIP | Grade | Download | Providers | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02835 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02837 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02840 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02841 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02842 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02871 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02872 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02878 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
Slowest ZIP Codes in Newport County
| ZIP | Grade | Download | Providers | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02835 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02837 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02840 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02841 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02842 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02871 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02872 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
| 02878 | B | 100 Mbps | 10 | No |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average internet speed in Newport County, Rhode Island?
Newport County, Rhode Island has an average maximum download speed of 100 Mbps across 8 ZIP codes. The county received a Broadband Grade of B (62/100), which factors in download speed, provider competition, fiber availability, and upload speed. This meets the FCC broadband standard of 100 Mbps download.
How many internet providers are in Newport County?
Newport County has an average of 10 internet providers per ZIP code. 0% of ZIP codes in the county have fiber internet access. Having 3 or more providers typically leads to better prices and service quality through competition.
Is there fiber internet in Newport County?
0% of ZIP codes in Newport County, Rhode Island have fiber internet available. Fiber provides the fastest and most reliable connections, typically 500 Mbps to 5 Gbps with symmetrical upload speeds. Fiber access is limited in this county. Residents may want to check if BEAD broadband funding is planned for their area.
What is the best ZIP code for internet in Newport County?
The best-connected ZIP code in Newport County is 02835 with a Broadband Grade of B, 100 Mbps maximum download, and 10 providers. Fiber internet is not yet available in this ZIP code.
See how your connection compares to Newport County's 100 Mbps average.
this entity is one of the data points covered by this site’s U.S. internet availability and broadband speed dataset. The detail above comes directly from the FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC); the context that follows situates the headline numbers against the broader distribution across U.S. ZIPs, counties, and states.
Every number on this page links back to the FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC); the methodology page describes the inputs, refresh cadence, and known limitations of the underlying data product.
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Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, 2026.