Compare 80003 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Arvada – 156 Mbps
CO – 138 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Arvada – 33 Mbps
CO – 38 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Arvada.
Internet providers in 80003
Internet providers in your area
80003 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 9.010% |
NewCloudNetworks  | - | - | Wired | 1.930% |
| BendBroadband | - | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 1.570% |
| Dalton Telephone Co. | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.400% |
| Dalton Telephone Co. | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.400% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| DirectLink | $49.95 | 30 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 89% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 25% |
| Dalton Telephone Co. | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 1.400% |
*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?80003 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
14547
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 98.64%
3 providers - 12.19%
4+ providers - 1.57%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 80003 ZIP code 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 80003 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 23% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 20% of those living in the 80003 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 80003 area, and 98.64% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 80003, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Arvada
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 179 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 87 Mbps | 66 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Arvada.
Top high-speed internet providers in 80003
The largest internet providers serving the 80003 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 80003 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 96% of the area. Arvada’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 80003 ZIP code.
Xfinity 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 80003 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 80003 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, $52.83.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arvada, $1.96.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 80003 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arvada's providers, 458 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 80003 ZIP code, covering 96% 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 Arvada, $52.83.
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 Arvada, $1.96.
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 80003 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arvada's providers, 458 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 80003 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 80003 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 Arvada, $52.83.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arvada, $1.96.
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 80003 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Arvada's providers, 458 Mbps.
Internet providers in 80003 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 80003 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 80003. The next fastest internet provider in the 80003 ZIP code is DirectLink, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 89% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 80003 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Arvada, $52.83.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 80003 ZIP code, covering 9.010% of the city. Dalton Telephone Co. also offers fiber internet in 80003 and is available to 1.400% of households.
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.
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.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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