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Internet providers in Johnstown, CO

Johnstown, CO internet providers

Provider
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL52%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic2.757%
BendBroadband - -Cable98%
BendBroadband - -Fiber-optic0.929%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
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Johnstown internet service at a glance

At 99%, broadband coverage in Johnstown 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 Johnstown area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Johnstown residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 50% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.080% of those living in Johnstown.

There are five internet providers serving the Johnstown area, and 91.14% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Johnstown's five internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 940 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Johnstown

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Rise Broadband 29.0 Mbps 12.0 Mbps Wireless
CenturyLink 5.0 Mbps 6.0 Mbps DSL

Top high-speed internet providers in Johnstown

The largest internet providers in Johnstown are CenturyLink, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Johnstown.

DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to most Johnstown residents, covering 52% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Johnstown’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Johnstown residents.

CenturyLink DSL internet

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

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

52%

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in Johnstown covering 52% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Johnstown 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 Johnstown, $53.73.

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 Johnstown, $2.56.

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 Johnstown. These download speeds are available to 52% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Johnstown's providers, 298 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%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Johnstown covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Johnstown 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 Johnstown, $53.73.

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 Johnstown, $2.56.

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 Johnstown. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Johnstown's providers, 298 Mbps.

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Viasat satellite internet

Provider
Viasat
Starting price*
$69.99/mo.
Max download speed

150 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Johnstown covering 100% of the area.

Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Johnstown 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Johnstown, $53.73.

Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Johnstown, $2.56.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Johnstown. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Johnstown's providers, 298 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Johnstown with download speeds up to 940 Mbps. These speeds are available to 52% of households in Johnstown. The next fastest internet provider in Johnstown is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 2.757% of the area.

Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Johnstown with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Johnstown, $53.73.

CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Johnstown, covering 2.757% of the city. BendBroadband also offers fiber internet in Johnstown and is available to 0.929% of households.

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.

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.

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.