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Optimum Internet Prices: Fiber Plans Up to 8 Gig

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Optimum's current rate card took effect October 1, 2026. Rate card prices are the standard monthly prices before promotions, so they're what you'll pay once a deal ends. Here are the numbers that matter for internet customers.

Optimum Fiber prices (rate card effective Oct 1, 2026)

PlanSpeed (down / up)Monthly price
200 Mbps200 / 200 Mbps$55
300 Mbps300 / 300 Mbps$75
500 Mbps500 / 500 Mbps$95
1 Gig940 / 940 Mbps$115
2 Gig2 / 2 Gbps$135
5 Gig5 / 5 Gbps$200
8 Gig8 / 8 Gbps$300

Fees and other prices to know

  • Network Enhancement Fee: $6 a month
  • Optimum Advantage Internet and Advantage Fiber Internet: $15 a month for eligible low-income households
  • Slower markets: speeds up to 15 Mbps are $55 and up to 30 Mbps are $65 a month
  • Optimum Phone: $35 a month

Legacy customers

The new rate card applies to internet customers on the cable network who started on January 8, 2024 or later. Customers who started on or before January 7, 2024 stay on Optimum's Legacy Plus rate card. Optimum says it may move legacy customers to the newer card in offers or retention, and that the move alone won't raise their price. Changing speed, equipment or moving doesn't automatically move a legacy customer.

Is Optimum worth it?

The symmetrical fiber tiers are strong, but $115 a month for 1 Gig at rate card prices is high next to many fiber rivals, and the $6 fee comes on top. Check our best alternatives to Optimum, Optimum vs T-Mobile Home Internet and our look at Optimum's debt and lender lawsuit. The Optimum provider page has coverage.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is Optimum Fiber internet?

On Optimum's rate card effective October 1, 2026, fiber plans are $55 for 200 Mbps, $75 for 300 Mbps, $95 for 500 Mbps, $115 for 1 Gig, $135 for 2 Gig, $200 for 5 Gig and $300 for 8 Gig a month.

Does Optimum charge extra fees?

Optimum's rate card lists a $6 monthly Network Enhancement Fee, plus other charges such as phone and equipment fees. Promotional prices for new customers can be lower than rate card prices.

What is Optimum Advantage Internet?

Optimum Advantage Internet and Optimum Advantage Fiber Internet are listed at $15 a month on the October 1, 2026 rate card. They're Optimum's low-income plans.

Will Optimum raise my price if I'm a legacy customer?

Optimum says internet customers who started on or before January 7, 2024 stay on its Legacy Plus rate card. If Optimum moves a legacy customer to the newer rate card, it says the change itself won't raise their price.

Are there alternatives to Optimum?

Often, yes. Call 1-877-697-2926 to compare 5G, fiber and satellite options at your address.

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