Verizon's current pricing for home internet

Verizon offers two types of home internet: Fios, which uses fiber-optic cable and is available in parts of the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and some other regions, and 5G Home Internet, which uses wireless signals and is rolling out to more areas. Fios plans typically start around $39 to $45 per month for the slowest speed tier and go up to $89 to $99 per month for gigabit speeds. 5G Home Internet usually costs $30 to $50 per month depending on your location and current promotions.

These advertised prices often come with conditions. Most Fios plans include a promotional rate for the first 12 months, then jump to a higher price — sometimes $20 to $30 more per month. 5G Home Internet pricing is more stable but varies by area. Neither price includes equipment fees, taxes, or fees Verizon may add later. You should always ask what the price will be after any promotional period ends before you sign up.

Verizon frequently runs promotions that bundle internet with TV or phone service, or offer discounts for autopay and paperless billing. These deals change often and vary by location. The price you see advertised online may not be the price available at your address — Verizon's website will show you what is actually offered where you live if you enter your address.

Key Takeaways

  • Fios fiber internet starts around $39 to $45 per month for lower speeds and reaches $89 to $99 for gigabit speeds, while 5G Home Internet typically costs $30 to $50 per month.
  • Promotional prices usually last 12 months, then increase significantly, so confirm the price after the promotion ends before committing.
  • Equipment fees, taxes, and other charges are not included in the advertised price and will appear on your bill.
  • Availability and pricing both depend on your exact address, so check Verizon's website with your street address to see what is actually offered to you.
  • Bundling internet with TV or phone service, or signing up for autopay, may lower your total cost but locks you into a contract.

How Fios pricing breaks down by speed tier

Verizon's Fios plans are organized by read speed. The entry-level plan offers around 300 Mbps and typically costs $39 to $45 per month during the promotional period. A mid-tier plan usually provides 500 Mbps to 750 Mbps for $60 to $75 per month. The highest tier offers 2 Gbps (2,000 Mbps) for $89 to $99 per month. These speeds are what Verizon advertises; actual speeds vary based on your equipment, how many devices are using the connection, and network congestion.

The difference between tiers matters if you have multiple people streaming video, working from home, or gaming at the same time. A single person browsing and checking email can manage on 300 Mbps. A household with two or three people doing video calls, streaming, and downloading files at once will likely notice slowness at that speed. If you have four or more people using the internet simultaneously for bandwidth-heavy tasks, 500 Mbps or higher is more realistic.

Verizon does not always offer all three tiers at every address. Some locations may have only the lowest and highest speeds available. Check what is offered at your address before deciding which tier fits your needs and budget.

5G Home Internet vs. Fios: price and availability differences

5G Home Internet is Verizon's wireless alternative to fiber. It costs less upfront — typically $30 to $50 per month — and does not require a technician to install a cable into your home. Instead, Verizon sends you a small wireless router that you plug in, and it connects to Verizon's 5G network. Setup takes minutes instead of days.

The trade-off is speed and consistency. 5G Home Internet speeds vary more than Fios because wireless signals are affected by weather, distance from the tower, and how many people in your area are using the network at the same time. Verizon does not publish a may provide speed for 5G Home Internet the way it does for Fios. If you live far from a 5G tower or in an area with heavy network use, your speeds may drop significantly during peak hours.

Fios is available only in certain regions, mostly in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. 5G Home Internet is expanding faster and may be available where Fios is not. If both are available at your address, Fios is generally more reliable for consistent speeds, while 5G Home Internet is cheaper and faster to set up. If only one is available, your choice is made for you.

Equipment fees and hidden costs

Verizon's advertised monthly price does not include the cost of the router and modem you need to use the service. For Fios, Verizon typically includes the equipment at no extra charge, though some plans may charge $10 to $15 per month for a premium router. For 5G Home Internet, the router is included in the service, but you may pay a one-time set up fee of $20 to $30 when you first set up the account.

Your bill will also include taxes and regulatory fees that vary by state and city. These can add 10 to 20 percent to your advertised price. Verizon may also charge a service fee if you need a technician to visit your home to troubleshoot problems, though this is often waived for the first visit. If you cancel before your contract ends, some plans include an early termination fee of $100 to $200.

Read the full terms and conditions on Verizon's website or ask a representative to walk you through what will actually appear on your first bill. The advertised price and the price you pay are often different.

Promotional rates and price increases after the promotion ends

Verizon's promotional pricing is the main reason the advertised price is so low. Most Fios plans lock in a lower rate for 12 months, then the price increases automatically. For example, a plan advertised at $39 per month might jump to $65 or $70 per month after the first year. This is not a surprise fee — it is built into the contract — but many people do not realize it until the bill arrives.

5G Home Internet pricing is more stable, but Verizon can still raise rates after the promotional period. The company typically notifies you 30 days before a price increase takes effect. At that point, you can accept the new price, negotiate with customer service, or cancel without an early termination fee if the increase is significant.

Before you sign up, ask Verizon what the price will be after the promotional period ends. Write it down. This is the real cost of the service if you plan to keep it long-term. Some people cancel after the promotion ends and switch to a different provider to get another promotional rate, but this means dealing with installation and setup again.

Bundling and discounts that lower your total cost

Verizon offers discounts if you bundle internet with TV (Fios TV) or mobile phone service. A bundle might cost less than buying each service separately, but it also locks you into a longer contract — often two years instead of one. If you want to cancel one service, you may lose the discount on the others.

Autopay and paperless billing usually save you $5 to $10 per month. Military, first responder, and senior discounts are available in some areas and can reduce your bill by 10 to 15 percent. Verizon's website will show you which discounts explore at your address.

Bundling makes sense if you already use or plan to use multiple Verizon services and want to simplify your billing. It does not make sense if you are only interested in internet and would pay more overall just to get a discount on services you do not need.

How to find out what Verizon charges at your address

Verizon's pricing and availability vary significantly by location. The price shown on their homepage may not be available where you live. To see what you would actually pay, go to Verizon's website, enter your street address in the availability checker, and select "Internet." The site will show you which plans are available at your address and the exact price for each, including the promotional rate and the price after the promotion ends.

You can also call Verizon at 1-908-559-4899 to speak with a representative who can quote you pricing for your address. Have your address and zip code ready. Ask for the promotional price, the price after the promotion ends, any equipment fees, and what discounts you may may have access to for.

Comparing Verizon to other providers in your area — such as cable internet from Comcast or Spectrum, or fiber from a local provider — will help you understand whether Verizon's price is competitive. Many areas have only one or two providers, so your choices may be limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Verizon charge extra if I go over a data limit?

Verizon Fios does not have a data cap or overage charges. 5G Home Internet also does not have a published data limit, though Verizon reserves the right to slow speeds for users who consume extremely high amounts of data during peak hours. In practice, this is rare and affects very few customers.

Can I negotiate Verizon's price?

Verizon's advertised prices are usually fixed, but customer service representatives sometimes have authority to offer discounts or extend promotional rates if you threaten to cancel or switch to a competitor. It is worth calling and asking, especially if you have been a customer for several years.

What happens if I cancel before my contract ends?

Most Verizon internet plans include an early termination fee of $100 to $200 if you cancel before the contract period ends. Some promotional offers waive this fee. Check your contract terms before signing up, and ask whether the promotion includes an early termination fee.

Is Verizon internet cheaper if I bundle it with mobile phone service?

Bundling can lower your total bill by $10 to $25 per month compared to paying for each service separately, but only if you actually need both services. If you are paying for a mobile plan you would not otherwise use just to get a discount on internet, you are spending more overall, not less.

Do I need to sign a contract with Verizon?

Most Verizon Fios plans require a one-year contract. 5G Home Internet sometimes offers month-to-month options with no contract, though these may have a higher monthly price or shorter promotional periods. Ask whether a contract-free option is available at your address.