Compare 81004 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Pueblo – 125 Mbps
CO – 138 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Pueblo – 16 Mbps
CO – 38 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Pueblo.
Internet providers in 81004
Internet providers in your area
81004 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 90% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 83% |
Dalton Telephone Co.  | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
| Dalton Telephone Co. | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 13% |
| NewCloudNetworks | - | - | Wired | 11% |
| Pine Drive Telephone | $74.95 | 10 - 10 Mbps | DSL | 3.790% |
| SECOM | $59.95 | 100 - 500 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.690% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 85% |
| Dalton Telephone Co. | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 13% |
| SECOM | $59.95 | 100 - 500 Mbps | Wireless | 3.350% |
*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?81004 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
7954
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.85%
2 providers - 91.70%
3 providers - 4.26%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 81004 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 81004 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 88% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 64% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 11% of those living in the 81004 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 81004 area, and 91.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 81004, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Pueblo
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 170 Mbps | 11 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 40 Mbps | 14 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Pueblo.
Top high-speed internet providers in 81004
The largest internet providers serving the 81004 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and Dalton Telephone Co. bringing cable and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 81004 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 83% of the area. Pueblo’s third most-available internet provider, Dalton Telephone Co., offers DSL to around 13% of residents in the 81004 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 nearly all households in the 81004 ZIP code, covering 90% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 81004 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 Pueblo, $56.85.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pueblo, $1.26.
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 81004 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pueblo's providers, 297 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 81004 ZIP code, covering 83% 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Pueblo, $56.85.
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 Pueblo, $1.26.
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 81004 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pueblo's providers, 297 Mbps.
Dalton Telephone Co. 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 Dalton Telephone Co. offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 81004 ZIP code, covering 13% of the area.
DSL internet from Dalton Telephone Co. 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 Dalton Telephone Co. start at $74.95/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Pueblo, $56.85.
Dalton Telephone Co. customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $7.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Pueblo, $1.26.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Dalton Telephone Co. offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in 81004 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pueblo's providers, 297 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 81004 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 81004 and the greater Pueblo area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Pueblo at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Pueblo at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 81004 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 Pueblo 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 Pueblo cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 81004 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 81004 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in 81004. The next fastest internet provider in the 81004 ZIP code is Dalton Telephone Co., offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 13% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 81004 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Pueblo, $56.85.
Dalton Telephone Co. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 81004 ZIP code, covering 13% of the city. SECOM also offers fiber internet in 81004 and is available to 0.690% of households.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
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