Compare 80304 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.
Internet providers in 80304
Internet providers in your area
80304 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 89% |
NewCloudNetworks  | - | - | Wired | 2.940% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 42% |
*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?80304 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
12314
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 100%
3 providers - 8.10%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 80304 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 80304 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. No DSL or fiber-optic providers are currently available in Boulder, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 80304 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 80304, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Boulder
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| CenturyLink | 107 Mbps | 63 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 196 Mbps | 19 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Boulder.
Top high-speed internet providers in 80304
The largest internet providers serving the 80304 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 80304 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 89% of the area. Boulder’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 80304 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 80304 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 80304 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, $2.04.
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 80304 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boulder's providers, 234 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 80304 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 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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boulder, $2.04.
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 80304 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boulder's providers, 234 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 80304 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 80304 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 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, $2.04.
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 80304 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Boulder's providers, 234 Mbps.
Internet providers in 80304 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 80304 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 80304. The next fastest internet provider in the 80304 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 89% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 80304 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Boulder, $48.98.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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.
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.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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