Compare 85018 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Phoenix – 110 Mbps
AZ – 127 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Phoenix – 32 Mbps
AZ – 30 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Phoenix.
Internet providers in 85018
Find internet providers serving the 85018 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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85018 internet providers
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| Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.190% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.240% |
| Gila River Telecommunications | $27.00 | 25 - 12 Mbps | DSL | 2.530% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
PhoenixInternet  | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?85018 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
13076
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.98%
2 providers - 99.86%
3 providers - 12.20%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 85018 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 85018 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.960% of those living in the 85018 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 85018 area, and 99.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 85018, prices start at $27 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Phoenix
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cox | 142 Mbps | 32 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 118 Mbps | 95 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Phoenix.
Top high-speed internet providers in 85018
The largest internet providers serving the 85018 ZIP code are Cox, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Cox is available to nearly all in the 85018 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 93% of the area. Phoenix’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 85018 ZIP code.
Cox cable internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 85018 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 85018 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Phoenix, $48.33.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Phoenix, $1.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 85018 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Phoenix's providers, 620 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 85018 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 Phoenix, $48.33.
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 Phoenix, $1.61.
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 85018 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Phoenix's providers, 620 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 85018 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 85018 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Phoenix, $48.33.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Phoenix, $1.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 85018 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Phoenix's providers, 620 Mbps.
Internet providers in 85018 frequently asked questions
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 85018 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 85018. The next fastest internet provider in the 85018 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 3.190% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 85018 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Phoenix, $48.33.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 85018 ZIP code, covering 3.240% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in 85018 and is available to 3.190% of households.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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