A Brand and Digital Advertising Agency

Based on a survey of nearly a thousand internet customers, more than 70% of mid- and fiber-tier respondents described their residence as a freestanding home. Just over 80% of mid- and fiber-tier respondents share their home internet with at least one other person (this number drops significantly for the basic tier). Odds are likely that they are sharing service with a roommate or significant other, but what about kids? Only around one third of mid-tier respondents have at least one child under 18 in their household, compared to nearly half of all fiber-tier respondents.

Just under 80% of both mid- and fiber-tier respondents believe that their home internet service is a “basic amenity,” viewed on par with running water or electricity. From smart televisions to smart thermostats, the number of household electronics that require an internet connection is growing. Marketing fiber as a “convenience” could be deterring customers who are on the fence about upgrading.