Verizon Home Internet pricing and what's included

Verizon Home Internet costs $25 to $35 per month depending on your location and current promotions, with no equipment rental fee and no data caps. The service uses fixed wireless technology — a small outdoor antenna on your home receives signal from a nearby Verizon cell tower — rather than fiber or cable lines buried in the ground. Speeds typically range from 72 to 245 megabits per second (Mbps) read, which is fast enough for video streaming, video calls, and working from home on most connections.

The base price covers the modem and installation. Verizon does not charge a separate monthly fee to rent equipment, which saves you $10 to $15 per month compared to cable internet from other providers. There are no overage charges or hidden fees if you use a lot of data — you can stream, read, and video conference without worrying about hitting a limit.

Promotional pricing is common. New customers often see the first 12 months at $25 per month, then the price increases to the regular rate. Check what the regular rate is in your area before signing up, because the jump can be significant. Verizon's website shows both the promotional and regular price when you enter your address.

Key Takeaways

  • Verizon Home Internet costs $25 to $35 per month with no equipment rental fees or data caps, and speeds range from 72 to 245 Mbps depending on your location.
  • Promotional pricing for new customers is usually $25 per month for the first year, then increases to the regular rate, which varies by area.
  • The service uses a wireless antenna rather than buried cables, so availability depends on proximity to a Verizon cell tower, not on whether your street has fiber infrastructure.
  • You need a Verizon wireless account to get home internet, and bundling the two services can lower your overall monthly bill.
  • Installation is included in the price, but you should confirm your address is serviceable before committing, because not all areas have tower coverage.

Where Verizon Home Internet is available

Verizon Home Internet is not available everywhere. The service requires a cell tower nearby with the right equipment, so coverage follows Verizon's wireless network rather than traditional broadband infrastructure. This means some rural areas with Verizon cell service still cannot get home internet, while some urban areas without fiber might be able to.

To check if your address is serviceable, go to Verizon's website, enter your street address, and the system will tell you whether you can order. If it says your address is not serviceable, you cannot get Verizon Home Internet there — the company does not have a waitlist or a way to request service for unsupported areas. If you are on the edge of coverage, speeds may be slower or less reliable than in areas closer to the tower.

Availability has been expanding, but it is still not a replacement for cable or fiber in most parts of the country. If Verizon Home Internet is not available at your address, cable internet or fiber from another provider may be, or you may need to consider satellite internet as a last resort.

Speed and performance for different uses

Verizon Home Internet speeds of 72 to 245 Mbps are sufficient for most household tasks. Streaming video in high definition requires about 5 to 10 Mbps per stream, so you can watch on multiple devices at once without buffering. Video calls on Zoom, Teams, or FaceTime need about 2.5 to 4 Mbps, and working from home with email, documents, and web browsing uses very little bandwidth.

The speed you actually get depends on how far you are from the tower, weather conditions, and how many other people on the same tower are using the network at the same time. Verizon does not may provide a specific speed — the 72 to 245 Mbps range is what the company says is typical. If you are in an area with heavy network congestion, your speed may be slower during peak hours, especially in the evening.

Online gaming, large file uploads, and running a home security system with many cameras all work on Verizon Home Internet, but if you need the absolute fastest speeds or the most consistent performance, fiber internet is usually more reliable. Verizon Home Internet is a good middle ground between availability and speed for most people who cannot get fiber.

Bundling with Verizon wireless and other discounts

You must have a Verizon wireless account to get Verizon Home Internet. If you already have Verizon mobile service, bundling home internet with it can reduce your total monthly bill. The discount varies by plan and location, but it is typically $5 to $10 per month off your wireless bill, your home internet bill, or both.

If you do not have Verizon wireless, you would need to add a plan to use home internet. A basic Verizon wireless plan starts around $25 to $35 per month, so the total cost for both services could be $50 to $70 per month before taxes. Compare this to the cost of home internet alone from another provider in your area to decide whether bundling makes sense for you.

Verizon occasionally runs promotions that waive the first month or add a gift card for new customers. These deals change frequently and are not always available in every location. Check the website or call Verizon directly to see what promotions are current in your area.

Installation and equipment

Verizon includes installation at no extra charge. A technician will come to your home, place the outdoor antenna in the best location for signal (usually on the roof or a wall), run a cable inside to the modem, and test the connection. The whole process typically takes 30 minutes to an hour. You do not have to do anything except be home during the appointment window.

The modem is small and connects to power and the antenna cable. You can place it anywhere inside your home that has a power outlet — it does not need to be near a window or outside. If you want to extend the signal to other rooms, you can add a Wi-Fi router, though the modem itself broadcasts a Wi-Fi signal that covers most homes.

If you move, Verizon can transfer your service to the new address if it is serviceable. There is usually no fee to move the equipment, but you may have to schedule another installation appointment. If your new address is not serviceable, you would need to cancel the service and pay an early termination fee if you are still in a contract.

Contract terms and cancellation

Verizon Home Internet typically requires a two-year contract. If you cancel before the contract ends, you will owe an early termination fee, which is usually around $100 to $200 depending on how much time is left on the agreement. Some promotions have shorter contract periods or no contract at all, so check the terms before you sign up.

Month-to-month service is sometimes available, but usually only at a higher regular price without the promotional discount. If you think you might move or want flexibility, ask Verizon whether a no-contract option is available in your area and what the price difference is.

If you are unhappy with the service, Verizon offers a 30-day trial period during which you can cancel without paying the early termination fee. This gives you time to test the speed and reliability at your address before you are locked in. Make sure to cancel within the 30-day window if you want to avoid the fee.

How Verizon Home Internet compares to other options

Cable internet from providers like Comcast or Charter is often faster and more widely available than Verizon Home Internet, but it usually costs more and includes equipment rental fees. Fiber internet is the fastest option but is only available in certain areas and can be more expensive. Satellite internet is available almost everywhere but has higher latency and data caps, making it less suitable for video calls or gaming.

Verizon Home Internet fills a gap for people who live in areas without fiber or cable but have Verizon cell coverage. The lack of equipment fees and data caps makes it cheaper than satellite, and the speeds are better than satellite for most uses. The main drawback is that availability is limited and performance depends on tower proximity and network congestion.

If you have multiple internet options available at your address, compare the promotional price, the regular price after the promotion ends, the contract terms, and the typical speeds in your area. The cheapest option upfront is not always the best value over two years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Verizon phone plan to get Verizon Home Internet?

Yes, you must have an active Verizon wireless account to order home internet. If you do not have Verizon mobile service, you will need to add a plan. The bundled discount may offset some of the cost, but you should calculate the total bill for both services before committing.

What happens if my internet is slow or keeps disconnecting?

Contact Verizon support and describe the problem. They can check your signal strength and network congestion from their end. If the issue is with the equipment, they will replace the modem or antenna. If the problem is network congestion during peak hours, there may not be a quick fix, but Verizon can tell you whether your area is experiencing known issues.

Can I use Verizon Home Internet if I live in an apartment?

Yes, if your apartment is serviceable and your lease allows you to install an outdoor antenna. Some apartments prohibit external antennas or require landlord permission. Check your lease and contact your landlord before ordering to avoid installation problems.

Is there a data cap on Verizon Home Internet?

No, Verizon Home Internet has no data caps. You can use as much data as you want without overage charges. This is different from some cable internet plans that limit data usage.

What if I move to an area where Verizon Home Internet is not available?

You can cancel the service, but you will owe an early termination fee if you are still under contract. The fee is typically $100 to $200. Some people in this situation negotiate with Verizon to waive or reduce the fee, especially if the new address is not serviceable through no fault of their own.