| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 84% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
NewCloudNetworks  | - | - | Wired | 1.183% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| DirectLink | $49.95 | 30 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 81% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 36% |
| Bijou Telephone Cooperative Association | $29.95 | 3 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 1.221% |
*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 - 98.66%
2 providers - 94.99%
3 providers - 3.91%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Aurora 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 Aurora area will have access to cable, which covers 96% of Aurora residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 22% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.390% of those living in Aurora.
There are eight internet providers serving the Aurora area, and 94.99% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Aurora's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 16.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Xfinity | 217.0 Mbps | 18.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Rise Broadband | 54.0 Mbps | 34.0 Mbps | Wireless |
| CenturyLink | 57.0 Mbps | 44.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Aurora.
The largest internet providers in Aurora are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Aurora.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Aurora residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 84% of the area. Aurora’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 11% of Aurora residents.
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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 Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Aurora covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Aurora 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 Aurora, $46.40.
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 Aurora, $1.93.
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 Aurora. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Aurora's providers, 315 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 Aurora covering 84% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Aurora 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 Aurora, $46.40.
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 Aurora, $1.93.
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 Aurora. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Aurora's providers, 315 Mbps.
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Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in Aurora covering 11% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Aurora than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $46.40.
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 Aurora, $1.93.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Aurora. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Aurora's providers, 315 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Aurora, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Aurora, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Aurora and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Aurora at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Aurora at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Aurora residents, 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 Aurora 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 Aurora cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Aurora with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Aurora. The next fastest internet provider in Aurora is DirectLink, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 81% of the area.
Bijou Telephone Cooperative Association offers the cheapest internet in Aurora with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Aurora, $46.40.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Aurora, covering 11% of the city.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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