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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 | 53% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 89% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.540% |
Zona Communications 
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$65.00 | 300 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.590% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| PhoenixInternet | - | - | Wireless | 66% |
*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 - 98.11%
2 providers - 52.78%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 87%, broadband coverage in the 85387 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Arizona - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 85387 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 62% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 30% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 17% of those living in the 85387 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 85387 area, and 52.78% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 85387, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 2,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 85387 ZIP code are Cox, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Cox is available to most in the 85387 ZIP code, covering 53% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 89% of the area. Surprise’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 85387 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 about half of households in the 85387 ZIP code, covering 53% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 85387 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Surprise, $57.50.
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 Surprise, $0.52.
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 85387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 53% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Surprise's providers, 391 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 85387 ZIP code, covering 89% 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Surprise, $57.50.
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 Surprise, $0.52.
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 85387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Surprise's providers, 391 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 85387 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 85387 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Surprise, $57.50.
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 Surprise, $0.52.
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 85387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Surprise's providers, 391 Mbps.
Zona Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 85387 ZIP code with download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.590% of households in 85387. The next fastest internet provider in the 85387 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 53% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 85387 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Surprise, $57.50.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 85387 ZIP code, covering 3.540% of the city. Zona Communications also offers fiber internet in 85387 and is available to 1.590% of households.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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%.
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