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| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 62% |
| Sparklight | $50.00 | 200 - 940 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
Valley Telecom Group  | $54.95 | 6 - 20 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 56% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TRANSWORLD NETWORK CORP | - | - | 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 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 - 93.62%
2 providers - 68.23%
3 providers - 56.08%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 96%, broadband coverage in the 85546 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 85546 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 96% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 56% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 25% of those living in the 85546 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 85546 area, and 68.23% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 85546, prices start at $50 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 85546 ZIP code are CenturyLink, Sparklight, and Valley Telecom Group bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most in the 85546 ZIP code, covering 62% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Sparklight, which covers 94% of the area. Safford’s third most-available internet provider, Valley Telecom Group, offers fiber-optic to around 56% of residents in the 85546 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 85546 ZIP code, covering 62% 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 Safford, $54.98.
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 Safford, $0.92.
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 85546 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 62% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Safford's providers, 401 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 nearly all households in the 85546 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Sparklight’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 85546 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 Safford, $54.98.
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 Safford, $0.92.
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 85546 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Safford's providers, 401 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 Valley Telecom Group offers broadband to about half of households in the 85546 ZIP code, covering 56% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Valley Telecom Group is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 85546 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Valley Telecom Group start at $54.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Safford, $54.98.
Valley Telecom Group customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $9.16 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Safford, $0.92.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Valley Telecom Group offers download speeds up to 20 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 85546 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 56% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Safford's providers, 401 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 85546 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet offers 100% availability in Safford and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Safford at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 85546 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 85546 ZIP code with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 62% of households in 85546. The next fastest internet provider in the 85546 ZIP code is Sparklight, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Sparklight offers the cheapest internet in the 85546 ZIP with service starting at $50/mo. This is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Safford, $54.98.
Valley Telecom Group is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 85546 ZIP code, covering 56% of the city.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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