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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in Colorado
Colorado’s internet options vary depending on where you live. Major cities like Denver and Boulder have access to high-speed cable, fiber, and DSL connections through providers like Xfinity and CenturyLink. You can also find 5G-based providers T-Mobile Home Internet and Starry Internet in some places, giving you solid speeds at budget prices. If you’re in a rural area, though, your best bet is a fixed wireless provider like Rise Broadband.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars from customers in Colorado.
That ranks Colorado 20th nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in Colorado
3.7/5 average customer satisfaction rating
20th
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$69.27 average price per payment for internet, per household
84.6% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.7/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.7/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
5,961,083 people
2.47 average people per household
$73,435 average income per household
41 average age per household
60% of population employed
4% higher than national average
Ranked 12th nationally
7% higher than national average
Ranked 30th nationally
11% higher than national average
Ranked 42nd nationally
6% higher than national average
Ranked 14th nationally
Fastest internet providers in Colorado
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon Home Internet | 352.1 Mbps | 232.69 Mbps | 98.68% | |
| Ting | 248.11 Mbps | 213.08 Mbps | 50.71% | View Plans for Ting |
| Google Fiber Webpass | 232.92 Mbps | 257.09 Mbps | 38.08% | View Plans for Google Fiber Webpass |
| Allo Communications | 209.2 Mbps | 197.1 Mbps | 80% | View Plans for ALLO Communications |
| XFINITY | 200.99 Mbps | 23.43 Mbps | 95.78% | View Plans for Xfinity |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 245 Mbps | 89.57% | 69.05% | See all providers for 5G Home |
| Cable | 1009.69 Mbps | 91.97% | 93.25% | See all providers for Cable |
| DSL | 111.03 Mbps | 62.57% | 71.76% | See all providers for DSL |
| Fiber | 1168.91 Mbps | 80.47% | 69.55% | See all providers for Fiber |
| Fixed Wireless | 212.57 Mbps | 86.89% | 72.8% | See all providers for Fixed Wireless |
| LTE Home | 150 Mbps | 0.69% | 98% | See all providers for LTE Home |
| Satellite | 123.43 Mbps | 95.38% | 98.21% | See all providers for Satellite |
Best cities for internet in Colorado
Cities in Colorado with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick | 218.57 Mbps | 80.85 Mbps | 60% | XFINITY |
| Centennial | 216.6 Mbps | 121.42 Mbps | 45% | Ting |
| Highlands Ranch | 204.12 Mbps | 23 Mbps | 48% | XFINITY |
| Greeley | 202.92 Mbps | 33.24 Mbps | 56% | XFINITY |
| Thornton | 201.09 Mbps | 25.76 Mbps | 51% | TDS Telecom |
| Monument | 198.96 Mbps | 22.78 Mbps | 65% | XFINITY |
| Erie | 198.23 Mbps | 24.86 Mbps | 71% | CenturyLink |
| Castle Rock | 190.82 Mbps | 26.65 Mbps | 70% | XFINITY |
Frederick is the best city in Colorado 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. Centennial and Highlands Ranch also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in Colorado
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver | 710,800 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Colorado Springs | 479,612 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Aurora | 387,349 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Littleton | 45,531 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Lakewood | 156,149 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Thornton | 141,799 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Westminster | 115,502 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Arvada | 123,066 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Denver is the most internet-connected city in Colorado. Denver 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 Denver's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Colorado Springs and Aurora also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in Colorado
Denver
Population: 710,800
Median income: $75,590
96.06 Mbps
avg. download speed
47.38 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
Colorado Springs
Population: 479,612
Median income: $70,850
141.51 Mbps
avg. download speed
49.58 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
Aurora
Population: 387,349
Median income: $86,366
187.16 Mbps
avg. download speed
32.28 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.
Colorado FAQs
What are the best internet providers in Colorado?
Xfinity and CenturyLink are the best internet providers in Colorado. Xfinity has the widest reach, covering the majority of population in the state, and it also has a wealth of cable internet speeds and prices to choose from. CenturyLink meanwhile has affordably-priced fiber internet plans in some cities, getting you top-level performance with symmetrical speeds.
What are the fastest internet providers in Colorado?
CenturyLink, Ting, and Google Fiber Webpass are the fastest internet providers in Colorado. They’re all fiber internet providers, capable of getting you gigabit upload and download speeds.
What are the cheapest internet providers in Colorado?
Xfinity, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, and Starry Internet are the cheapest internet providers in Colorado. Xfinity has plans that cost less than $30 a month, while Starry and T-Mobile get you 5G home internet for a flat monthly fee of $50 or less with no hidden charges or data caps.
What is the best Verizon package deal?
The best Verizon package deal is Verizon 5G Home Internet—you can get it for just $25 a month when you bundle it with a qualifying 5G phone plan. Verizon 5G Home Internet isn’t widely available across Colorado but it may be online soon in Denver.
What is the best Xfinity package?
The best Xfinity package is the Fast plan, which gets you an impressive, 400Mbps download speeds for $50 a month. For 24 months. No term contract. Taxes not included. Includes $10/mo automatic payments and paperless billing discount. Not available in all areas.
