Survey: Importance of Broadband Internet

In February 2021, Consumer Reports surveyed Americans about internet service.

  • 75% of Americans say they rely on the internet, or use other services provided by their ISP (internet service provider), without disruption, to carry out their daily activities seven days a week.
  • 86% of Americans rely on the internet at least five days a week.
  • 4% do not rely on the internet at all.