Compare 80209 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Denver – 119 Mbps
CO – 138 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Denver – 39 Mbps
CO – 38 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Denver.
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Internet providers in 80209
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80209 internet providers
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| Xfinity | $30.00 | 50 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 78% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $64.99 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
DirectLink  | $49.95 | 30 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 90% |
*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 Aug 11, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?80209 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3838
people have access to broadband internet of any type
2 provider - 100%
3 providers - 24.91%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 80209 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 80209 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in the 80209 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 80209 area, and 24.91% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 80209, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Denver
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CenturyLink | 144 Mbps | 105 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 166 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Denver.
Top high-speed internet providers in 80209
The largest internet providers serving the 80209 ZIP code are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, fiber-optic, and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 80209 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from CenturyLink, which covers 98% of the area. Denver’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers DSL to around 78% of residents in the 80209 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 80209 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 80209 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Denver, $51.99.
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 Denver, $1.93.
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 80209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Denver's providers, 436 Mbps.
CenturyLink fiber-optic 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 80209 ZIP code, covering 98% 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 80209 ZIP code 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 Denver, $51.99.
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 Denver, $1.93.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 80209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Denver's providers, 436 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 80209 ZIP code, covering 78% 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 Denver, $51.99.
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 Denver, $1.93.
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 80209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Denver's providers, 436 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 80209 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 80209 and the greater Denver area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Denver at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Denver at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 80209 ZIP, 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 Denver 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 Denver cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers.
Internet providers in 80209 frequently asked questions
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 80209 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 80209. The next fastest internet provider in the 80209 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 80209 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Denver, $51.99.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 80209 ZIP code, covering 98% of the city.
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.
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