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/mo
for 12 mos.Connection type
Fiber
Upload speeds
2000 Mbps
Data caps
1.28 TB
Installation options
Self, Professional
Technical support
Available 24/7
As the third-largest cable internet provider, you can find Cox high-speed internet, TV and home phone options in 18 states, including Arizona, California and Louisiana.
Plan cost: A price breakdown isn't readily available.
Equipment fees: Modem and router included with internet purchase
No annual contract means no minimum term period requirement and no early termination fees. Requires a DOCSIS 3.0 or higher modem. Use of a Cox-approved cable modem is required. Accessing your service via wifi may result in reduced Internet speeds due to the type of equipment used, environmental and structural conditions in your home, the number of users and other contributing factors. Uninterrupted or error-free Internet service, or the speed of your service, is not guaranteed. Actual speeds vary. See www.cox.com/internetdisclosures for complete Cox Internet Disclosures. Other restrictions may apply. All Cox Internet plans include 1.25 TB (1,280 GB) per month of data usage. Additional Data Plans can be added for an additional monthly charge. Excess usage is $10 per additional 50 GB block, except for Unlimited Data Plan subscribers. Unused data does not roll over. For more details on data plans and data usage, see cox.com/dataspeedplans and cox.com/datausage.
/mo
for 12 mos.Connection type
Fiber
Upload speeds
8000 Mbps
Data caps
None
Installation options
Self, Professional
Technical support
Available 24/7
Quantum Fiber is a premium internet service that delivers super-fast speed and rock-solid reliability to keep households connected and small businesses thriving. As part of the global fiber-optic backbone, customers enjoy fully online service and support, 24/7. Signup, upgrades, care, and repair are simple, straightforward, and only a few clicks or app-taps away. Quantum Fiber is the internet reimagined for work, play, entertainment—and anyone ready to live their best digital life.
Plan cost: A price breakdown isn't readily available.
Equipment fees: Modem and router rental (est. $15/mo.) or use your own equipment ($0/mo.)
Limited availability. Service and rate in select locations only. Taxes and fees apply.
As long as you keep your Price for Life plan, don't make changes to it, move or disconnect service you'll keep the same monthly internet rate. If you do any of those things, you would need to pick a new plan that may not be the same. If Quantum Fiber stops offering that plan in the future, the internet service monthly rate could also change. Charges for 360 WiFi, other equipment lease charges, taxes and feed aren't covered by Price For Life and can change over time.
/mo*
for 12 mos.*Speed may not be available in your area. Paperless billing required. Taxes and fees apply.
*Speed may not be available in your area. Paperless billing required. Taxes and fees apply.
Connection type
Fiber
Upload speeds
940 Mbps
Data caps
None
Installation options
Self, Standard ($25), Professional (Price Varies)
Technical support
Available 24/7
CenturyLink is a high-speed internet and home phone provider available for service in 16 states.
Plan cost: A price breakdown isn't readily available.
Equipment fees: Modem and router rental (est. $15/mo.) or use your own equipment ($0/mo.)
Speed may not be available in your area. Paperless billing or prepay required. Additional taxes, fees, and surcharges apply.
/mo*
for 12 mos.*with a mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. With Auto Pay + Paperless billing.
*with a mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. With Auto Pay + Paperless billing.
Connection type
Wireless
Data caps
None
Installation options
Self, Professional
Technical support
Available 24/7
5G Home Internet is the first 5G wireless network built to connect your home with ultra-fast internet that's ready for what comes next. With 5G Home Internet, there are no long-term contracts or additional equipment or installation fees and all taxes and fees are included. 5G Home Internet availability is limited in select cities.
Plan cost: A price breakdown isn't readily available.
(1) May require the purchase of additional Wi-Fi Extenders. (2) Actual speeds may vary. with Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. Plan prices include taxes and fees. For full terms and conditions see: https://www.verizon.com/support/verizon-5g-home-legal/
Verizon 4G Internet
/mo
for 12 mos.Connection type
Wireless
Data caps
None
Installation options
Self, Professional
Technical support
Available 24/7
Verizon is a high-speed internet, TV and phone provider available in nine states in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region offering 4G LTE coverage.
Plan cost: A price breakdown isn't readily available.
Not available in all areas. Plus taxes & fees. With Auto Pay. Subject to VZW Agmts & credit approval. Auto Pay and paper-free billing req'd. Add'l equipment charges apply.
99/mo*
for 12 mos.***Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACHⓘ enrollment. Enroll before the 2nd billing cycle for continued savings. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra.
***Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACHⓘ enrollment. Enroll before the 2nd billing cycle for continued savings. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra.
Connection type
Satellite
Upload speeds
5 Mbps
Data caps
None
Installation options
Professional
Technical support
Available 24/7
HughesNet is a satellite internet provider offering nationwide availability and up to 200 GB data plans.
Plan cost: A price breakdown isn't readily available.
Equipment fees: Available for rental or purchase (rental est. $14.99/mo.)
Each Hughesnet service plan is designed to deliver the download/upload speeds assigned to that specific plan, however, speeds and uninterrupted use are not guaranteed and may vary based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to the number of concurrent network users. Your Hughesnet experience will vary based on your proximity to the Wi-Fi source. Save $30 per month for 12 months on Fusion plans or $25 per month for 12 months on non-Fusion plans. After 12 months, plans revert to the standard monthly fee. Offer availability varies based on geographical area. New subscribers only. Limited-time offer. Other terms may apply. Free standard professional installation applies to new Lease subscribers only. Not valid with Purchase option. Limited-time offer. Standard Data may be slower than other traffic during high-traffic periods. Minimum term required. Monthly service and early termination fees apply. Visit legal.hughesnet.com for details. Hughesnet and Hughesnet Fusion are registered trademarks of Hughes Network Systems, LLC, an EchoStar company. JUPITER is a trademark of Hughes Network Systems, LLC, an EchoStar company.
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| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 67% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 83% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 32% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| AirFiber WISP | $49.95 | 15 - 60 Mbps | Wireless | 26% |
Desert iNET 
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$49.95 | 7 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 16% |
| PhoenixInternet | - | - | Wireless | 6.900% |
*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 - 99.97%
2 providers - 66.89%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 68%, broadband coverage in the 85086 ZIP code is slightly lower than the rest of Arizona - 84%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 85086 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 67% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 15% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.130% of those living in the 85086 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 85086 area, and 66.89% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 85086, prices start at $49.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 85086 ZIP code are Cox and CenturyLink bringing cable, fiber-optic, and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Cox is available to most in the 85086 ZIP code, covering 67% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Cox, which covers 18% of the area. Phoenix’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers DSL to around 83% of residents in the 85086 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.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to most households in the 85086 ZIP code, covering 67% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 85086 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Phoenix, $53.73.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Phoenix, $1.01.
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 85086 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 67% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Phoenix's providers, 507 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.
Fiber-optic from Cox offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 85086 ZIP code, covering 18% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Cox is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 85086 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Phoenix, $53.73.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Phoenix, $1.01.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 85086 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 18% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Phoenix's providers, 507 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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 85086 ZIP code, covering 83% 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, $53.73.
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, $1.01.
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 85086 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Phoenix's providers, 507 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 85086 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet offers 100% availability in Phoenix and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Phoenix at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 85086 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 Phoenix 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 Phoenix DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in the 85086 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 67% of households in 85086. The next fastest internet provider in the 85086 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 18% of the area.
Desert iNET offers the cheapest internet in the 85086 ZIP with service starting at $49.95/mo. This is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Phoenix, $53.73.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 85086 ZIP code, covering 32% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in 85086 and is available to 18% of households.
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