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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Arizona
The top internet providers in Arizona are Cox, CenturyLink, and Xfinity. Cox is the fastest widespread ISP in Arizona, with speeds up to 2,000Mbps. CenturyLink is the primary fiber internet provider in Arizona, with significant fiber coverage in Phoenix, Tucson, Flagstaff, and Yuma. Xfinity’s availability in Arizona is limited to the Tucson area. In addition to fiber and cable internet options, most Arizonans can also get fixed-wireless home internet through T-Mobile or Verizon.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from customers in Arizona.
That ranks Arizona 47th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
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3.5/5 average customer satisfaction rating
47th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$75.34 average price per payment for internet, per household
87.7% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.5/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.6/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
7,640,796 people
2.66 average people per household
$57,593 average income per household
44 average age per household
47% of population employed
2% higher than national average
Ranked 29th nationally
1% lower than national average
Ranked 36th nationally
8% higher than national average
Ranked 51st nationally
1% lower than national average
Ranked 36th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Arizona
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyyerd Fiber | 244.6 Mbps | 212.5 Mbps | 62.5% | View Plans for Wyyerd Fiber |
| XFINITY | 193.4 Mbps | 16.55 Mbps | 95.78% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| Cox Communications | 190.18 Mbps | 36.58 Mbps | 95.73% | View Plans for Cox Communications |
| Spectrum | 175.64 Mbps | 13.66 Mbps | 93.9% | View Plans for Spectrum |
| Orbitel Communications | 145.93 Mbps | 31.17 Mbps | 55.62% | View Plans for Orbitel Communications |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 83.12% | 71.19% | See all providers for 5G Home |
| Cable | 918.68 Mbps | 24.76% | 81.9% | See all providers for Cable |
| DSL | 42.34 Mbps | 39.06% | 85.14% | See all providers for DSL |
| Fiber | 1925.05 Mbps | 74.13% | 91.6% | See all providers for Fiber |
| Fixed Wireless | 160.66 Mbps | 83.18% | 80.82% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| LTE Home | 150 Mbps | 0.52% | 98% | See all providers for LTE Home |
| Satellite | 123.85 Mbps | 91.4% | 94.38% | See all providers for Satellite |
Best cities for internet in Arizona
Cities in Arizona with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vail | 222.72 Mbps | 139.9 Mbps | 89% | Cox Communications |
| Waddell | 210.4 Mbps | 110.02 Mbps | 100% | Cox Communications |
| El Mirage | 204 Mbps | 68.75 Mbps | 81% | Wyyerd Fiber |
| Goodyear | 195.88 Mbps | 64.09 Mbps | 81% | Cogent Communication |
| Peoria | 194.17 Mbps | 51.27 Mbps | 76% | Wyyerd Fiber |
| Avondale | 193.39 Mbps | 72.74 Mbps | 77% | Cox Communications |
| Surprise | 190.5 Mbps | 102.79 Mbps | 82% | Wyyerd Fiber |
| Chino Valley | 189.85 Mbps | 18.88 Mbps | 37% | CenturyLink |
Vail is the best city in Arizona for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. Waddell and El Mirage also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Arizona
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | 1,609,456 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Tucson | 541,033 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Mesa | 503,390 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Scottsdale | 240,537 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Glendale | 248,083 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Peoria | 191,292 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Tempe | 181,005 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Gilbert | 267,267 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Phoenix is the most internet-connected city in Arizona. Phoenix makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Phoenix's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Tucson and Mesa also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Arizona
Phoenix
Population: 1,609,456
Median income: $66,945
107.43 Mbps
avg. download speed
41.82 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Tucson
Population: 541,033
Median income: $63,497
123.84 Mbps
avg. download speed
24.41 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Mesa
Population: 503,390
Median income: $64,161
135.4 Mbps
avg. download speed
30.7 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.
Arizona FAQs
Which is the best internet provider in Arizona?
T-Mobile’s 5G fixed wireless is the best internet provider in Arizona. T-Mobile’s 5G Home Internet received the best ratings in our latest customer satisfaction survey and backed up those ratings with superb performance during our T-Mobile Internet home test.
While we think T-Mobile’s 245Mbps speeds are more than enough for most households, if you crave more bandwidth, take a look at Cox’s cable internet with speeds up to 2,000Mbps and great availability throughout the state.
Which is the fastest internet provider in Arizona?
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Arizona, with speeds up to 2,000Mbps.
What is the cheapest and fastest Wi-Fi in Arizona?
Xfinity is the cheapest ISP in Arizona, with pricing as low as $19.99 per month. But Xfinity’s coverage in Arizona is limited to the Tuscon area. Cox, CenturyLink, and T-Mobile are all much more widely available in Arizona, and each has plans starting around $50 per month.
