Thanks to significant investment by both providers and the private sector, 290 million Americans use the internet via broadband at home or elsewhere. This widespread access has enhanced information-sharing and cultural exchange and simplified life for the average American family.
| Industry Statistics | Source | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadband and Internet Household Penetration | |||
| Broadband or Smartphone at Home |
85%
|
Mid-2016
|
Pew (Survey) |
| Fixed Broadband |
77%
|
Year-End 2016
|
USTelecom, FCC, Census |
| Internet Anywhere |
89%
|
2018
|
Pew (Survey) |
