Verizon Home Internet in the Boston area
Verizon Home Internet is available throughout the Boston area, including city neighborhoods and the inner- and outer-ring and metro-area suburbs through Verizon Fios or 5G Home Internet. Verizon Fios Home Internet is the premium 100% fiber-optic option. Compared to hybrid fiber-coaxial cable internet providers like Xfinity, Fios provides nearly symmetrical upload and download speeds up to 2.3 Gbps and was ranked #1 in customer satisfaction for the East region for the 13th consecutive year in the annual J.D. Power U.S. Residential ISP Satisfaction Study on the basis of performance, reliability, and network quality. For addresses not yet covered by Fios, Verizon 5G Home Internet has you covered delivering premium wireless home internet on Verizon's 5G network.
All Verizon Home Internet plan options include high-performance Wi-Fi 6 or 6E equipment, no hidden fees, no data caps, no annual contract, and a 3-, 4- or 5-year price-lock guarantee depending on the plan chosen. When bundled with any Verizon mobile phone plan, customers save $15/month on their home internet plan.
On this page, check Verizon Home Internet availability at your Boston-area address, learn more about plan options — including pricing, speeds, and intended use — compare to Xfinity, and get answers to common questions about installation, equipment, and other topics.
What Verizon Fios fiber internet plan
is right for me and how much does it cost?
| Plan | Speeds | Price w/Auto Pay | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fios 300 Mbps | 300/300 Mbps | $49.99/mo | Everyday browsing and streaming on a few devices. |
| Fios 500 Mbps | 500/500 Mbps | $74.99/mo | Working from home and multiple HD streams. |
| Fios 1 Gig | Up to 940/880 Mbps | $89.99/mo | Serious gaming, large file sharing, and 4K streaming. |
| Fios 2 Gig | Download and upload average wired speeds of 1.5 Gbps - 2.3 Gbps | $109.99/mo | Heavy-duty professional use and large smart home setups. |
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5G Home Internet (Multiple options) |
From 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps | Starting at $50/mo | Addresses where Fios isn’t available. |
Prices shown include a $10 Auto Pay discount. Bundle home internet with any qualifying mobile phone plan and save $15/mo more. Check for additional promotional discounts and offers for Fios, which are often available.
Use the availability checker above to confirm which Verizon Home Internet options are available at your local address.
Where is Verizon Fios available
in greater Boston?
Verizon Fios Home Internet is widely available across the Boston area, though coverage varies by building and street. Use the availability checker above to find out which Verizon Home Internet options are available at your address — Fios, 5G Home Internet or both. The 100% fiber-optic Fios network is well established in Boston’s inner-ring suburbs and has been expanding within the city limits since 2016.
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Boston city neighborhoods
Verizon Home Internet, including Fios and 5G, is available throughout Boston, including:
- Central Boston: Downtown, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, South End, North End, Chinatown, Bay Village, Fenway-Kenmore, West End
- South Boston and southern neighborhoods: South Boston, Seaport, Dorchester, Roxbury, Mattapan, Hyde Park, Roslindale, West Roxbury, Jamaica Plain
- Western neighborhoods: Allston, Brighton, Mission Hill
- Charlestown and East Boston
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Inner-ring suburbs
Fios is widely available in Boston’s inner-ring suburbs, including:
- Brookline: Coolidge Corner, Washington Square, and Brookline Village
- Newton: Newton Centre, Newton Highlands, Newtonville, Auburndale, Waban, West Newton, and Chestnut Hill
- Needham
- Belmont
- Wellesley: Wellesley Hills, Wellesley Square, and Wellesley Farms
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Outer-ring and MetroWest suburbs
Fios is available in Northborough, Southborough and Shrewsbury.
Check if a Verizon store in your area carries Fios and 5G Home Internet if you’d like to discuss your options in person.
How does Verizon Fios fiber internet compare to
Xfinity in the Boston area?
| Provider | Download Speed | Upload Speed | Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon Fios | 300 Mbps – 2.3 Gbps | 300 Mbps – 2.3 Gbps | 100% fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 75 Mbps – 2.0 Gbps | 10 - 200 Mbps | Hybrid fiber-coaxial |
Symmetrical speeds
Fios provides upload speeds that match your download speeds, on most plans. This is critical for low lag video calls, gaming, large file uploads, and other common activities. Verizon Fios is a 100% fiber-optic network across its entire footprint, so you are guaranteed a fiber-to-the-home connection with near symmetrical speeds, regardless of your neighborhood. Xfinity’s hybrid fiber-coaxial network can deliver slower upload speeds than download speeds.
Transparent pricing
Fios internet plans include taxes and fees in the advertised price, with no hidden equipment rental costs for the router or other surprise charges.
Mobile + Home savings
Customers with a Verizon mobile plan can save up to $15/mo on their Fios internet bill.
Frequently asked questions
What is fiber internet and how does it work?
Fiber internet, like Verizon Fios Home Internet, is a 100% fiber-optic network offering fast and reliable internet. It uses ultra-thin glass strands to transmit data at the speed of light.
Is fiber internet available in my area?
Verizon Fios Home Internet, a 100% fiber optic network, is available across greater Boston, throughout the city and inner- and outer-ring and MetroWest suburbs. Use the availability checker above to confirm Fios availability at your specific address or call 1-800-VERIZON (1-800-837-4966).
How does Verizon Fios and 5G Home Internet get installed in an apartment building or home?
Installation depends on the product and your building:
- In apartment buildings or homes pre-wired for Fios: Self-installation, where available, means the equipment ships to the customer.
- In apartment buildings or homes not yet wired for Fios: Verizon coordinates with the property manager/owner to wire and install service.
- In older buildings: Verizon handles this routinely, coordinating with building management to install the wiring.
- 5G Home Internet: Self-installation, no wiring required, and the equipment ships to the customer.
Is Verizon Fios fiber home internet better than cable or hybrid fiber-coaxial providers?
The key advantages of Verizon Fios Home Internet are a 100% fiber optic network, with download and upload average wired speeds of 1.5 Gbps - 2.3 Gbps, ultra-low latency, and strong reliability. This provides low lag performance for video calls, gaming, streaming, multiple users and other common activities. Cable network upload speeds are typically significantly slower than download speeds.
Is there a cost for Fios or 5G Home Internet installation?
If your home is not pre-wired for Fios, installing Fios in your home may incur a cost for a technician to come out and perform the installation. If your home is already pre-wired, the fee is waived and you may have the option to self-install the router yourself.
Is a Fios or 5G Home Internet router provided and included in the price?
Yes. All Verizon Fios and 5G Home Internet plan options include a high-performance Wi-Fi 6 or 6E router. Pricing is all in.
Is Verizon Fios Home Internet good for gaming or working from home using Ethernet?
Yes. Verizon Fios's 100% fiber-optic network delivers ultra-low latency, symmetrical upload and download speeds, on most plans, and reliable performance under load — ideal for competitive gaming and working from home. A wired Ethernet connection to the included Wi-Fi 6 or 6E router maximizes these benefits by providing a stable connection.
How fast is fiber internet?
Verizon Fios Home Internet offers fiber-optic download speeds ranging from 300 Mbps to up to 2.3 Gbps depending on your plan. Unlike most cable providers, fiber internet delivers nearly symmetrical speeds on most plans, meaning your upload and download speeds are equally fast, great for gaming, video conferencing, uploading files, multiple users, and other common activities.
How much does fiber internet cost?
Verizon Fios Home Internet starts at $49.99/mo for the 300 Mbps plan with Auto Pay. Plan prices increase up to $109.99/mo for 2 Gig plan with Auto Pay. You can save an additional $15/mo off when you bundle any Fios plan with any Verizon mobile phone plan. Check for additional promotional discounts and offers on Fios, which are often available. Eligible customers who participate in Federal Assistance Programs can get Verizon Home Internet for as low as $20/mo with Verizon Forward.
Is 5G home internet better than fiber internet?
For most use cases, no — Verizon Fios Home Internet's 100% fiber-optic network delivers higher peak speeds, lower latency, and more consistent performance under load. But 5G Home Internet installs faster, reaches addresses Fios currently doesn't, and performs well enough for smaller households, normal streaming, and standard working from home. So, the right answer depends on the address and the household.