United States Internet Speed Ranking
Recent median download, upload, and ping results from verified Speedtest.now tests.
Latest Speed Benchmark
Recent Ranking History
| Date | Download | Upload | Ping | Samples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 08, 2026 | 4.2 Mbps | 1.6 Mbps | 65 ms | 7 |
| May 28, 2026 | 16.6 Mbps | 1.9 Mbps | 185 ms | 8 |
| May 18, 2026 | 35.9 Mbps | 1.7 Mbps | 165 ms | 8 |
| May 17, 2026 | 4.8 Mbps | 1.7 Mbps | 69 ms | 13 |
| May 16, 2026 | 218.8 Mbps | 20.7 Mbps | 52 ms | 5 |
| Apr 28, 2026 | 23.8 Mbps | 4.6 Mbps | 120 ms | 6 |
How to Read This Country Speed Data
Country medians describe real tests from users, not the maximum plan available in the market. Your result can be higher or lower depending on your ISP, plan, city, Wi-Fi quality, device, and time of day. For the cleanest comparison, run a wired test and compare multiple results.
United States Internet Speed - FAQ
What is the average internet speed in United States?
The recent median download speed in United States is 4.2 Mbps, with 1.6 Mbps upload and 65 ms ping. These are medians of 7 verified Speedtest.now user tests, updated daily.
Why is my speed different from the United States average?
Country medians describe typical real-world tests, not your specific line. Your result depends on your ISP and plan, your city, Wi-Fi versus wired, your device, and the time of day. Run a wired test and compare several results for the cleanest picture.
How is the United States speed data measured?
We aggregate real, anonymised speed tests run by United States users on Speedtest.now into daily medians for download, upload, and ping. The figures update automatically as new tests come in.