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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 72% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.430% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 39% |
| Sparklight | $50.00 | 200 - 940 Mbps | Cable | 66% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Bolt Internet 
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$49.99 | 100 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| SpeedConnect | $46.95 | - | Wireless | 29% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.63%
2 providers - 99.13%
3 providers - 6.12%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 86326 ZIP code is slightly higher than the rest of Arizona - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 86326 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 71% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.740% of those living in the 86326 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 86326 area, and 99.13% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 86326, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 86326 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Optimum, and Sparklight bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 86326 ZIP code, covering 72% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 39% of the area. Cottonwood’s third most-available internet provider, Sparklight, offers cable to around 66% of residents in the 86326 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 86326 ZIP code, covering 72% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Cottonwood, $54.16.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Cottonwood, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 86326 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cottonwood's providers, 381 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 86326 ZIP code, covering 39% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 86326 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Cottonwood, $54.16.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Cottonwood, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 86326 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 39% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cottonwood's providers, 381 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Sparklight offers broadband to most households in the 86326 ZIP code, covering 66% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 86326 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Sparklight start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Cottonwood, $54.16.
Sparklight customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Cottonwood, $0.49.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sparklight offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 86326 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 66% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Cottonwood's providers, 381 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 86326 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 86326 and the greater Cottonwood area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Cottonwood at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Cottonwood at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 86326 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Cottonwood may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Cottonwood DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in the 86326 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 39% of households in 86326. The next fastest internet provider in the 86326 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 72% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in the 86326 ZIP with service starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Cottonwood, $54.16.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 86326 ZIP code, covering 0.430% of the city.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
*Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
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