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Internet providers in Arvada, CO
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Arvada, CO internet providers
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Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 93% |
CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.831% |
CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 7.089% |
GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 2.407% |
TDS Telecom | $35 | 1 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 2.241% |
NewCloud Networks | - | - | Wired | 1.849% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
DirectLink | $49.95 | 30 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 91% |
Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 8.261% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Arvada internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Arvada is comparable to the rest of Colorado - 91%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Arvada area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Arvada residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 7.660% of those living in Arvada.
There are nine internet providers serving the Arvada area, and 98.02% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Arvada's nine internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Arvada
The largest internet providers in Arvada are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Arvada.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Arvada residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 94% of the area. Arvada’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Arvada residents.

Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Arvada covering 93% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Arvada residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Arvada, $44.27.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arvada, $2.77.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Arvada. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arvada's providers, 341 Mbps.

CenturyLink DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Arvada covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Arvada 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Arvada, $44.27.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arvada, $2.77.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Arvada. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Arvada's providers, 341 Mbps.

HughesNet satellite internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Arvada covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Arvada 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Arvada, $44.27.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arvada, $2.77.
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 Arvada. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Arvada's providers, 341 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Arvada?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Arvada with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 5.831% of households in Arvada. The next fastest internet provider in Arvada is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 93% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Arvada?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Arvada with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Arvada, $44.27.
Is fiber internet available in Arvada?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Arvada, covering 5.831% of the city. TDS Telecom also offers fiber internet in Arvada and is available to 2.241% of households.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.