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Internet providers in Boulder, CO

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Boulder, CO internet providers

Provider
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable97%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL72%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic3.459%
NewCloudNetworks - -Wired1.218%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*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.

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Boulder internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    98135

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 97.53%

    2 providers - 97.04%

    3 providers - 9.67%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 95%

    DSL - 1.100%

    Fiber - 2.830%

    Source: FCC

At 98%, broadband coverage in Boulder 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 Boulder area will have access to cable, which covers 95% of Boulder residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 2.830% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.100% of those living in Boulder.

There are six internet providers serving the Boulder area, and 97.04% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Boulder's six internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Boulder

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Viasat 15 Mbps 1 Mbps Satellite
Rise Broadband 53 Mbps 8 Mbps Wireless
Xfinity 200 Mbps 19 Mbps Cable
HughesNet 13 Mbps 1 Mbps Satellite
CenturyLink 361 Mbps 279 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Boulder.

Compare Boulder internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Boulder – 182 Mbps

    CO – 138 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Boulder – 28 Mbps

    CO – 38 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Boulder.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Boulder

The largest internet providers in Boulder are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Boulder.

Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Boulder residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 72% of the area. Boulder’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Boulder residents.

Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

97%

*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 nearly all households in Boulder covering 97% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Boulder 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 Boulder, $48.98.

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 Boulder, $1.88.

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 Boulder. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boulder's providers, 434 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

72%

*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 most households in Boulder covering 72% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Boulder 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 Boulder, $48.98.

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 Boulder, $1.88.

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 Boulder. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boulder's providers, 434 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Boulder covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Boulder 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 Boulder, $48.98.

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 Boulder, $1.88.

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 Boulder. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Boulder's providers, 434 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Boulder with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Boulder. The next fastest internet provider in Boulder is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 72% of the area.

Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Boulder with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Boulder, $48.98.

CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Boulder, covering 3.459% of the city.

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.

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.

Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.

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