Compare 81008 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 81008
Internet providers in your area
81008 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 87% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.260% |
Dalton Telephone Co.  | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 32% |
| Dalton Telephone Co. | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 32% |
| NewCloudNetworks | - | - | Wired | 5.260% |
| SECOM | $59.95 | 100 - 500 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.990% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 65% |
| Dalton Telephone Co. | $74.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 32% |
| SECOM | $59.95 | 100 - 500 Mbps | Wireless | 9.720% |
*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?81008 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5958
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.38%
2 providers - 96.34%
3 providers - 33.90%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 81008 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 81008 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 25% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 12% of those living in the 81008 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 81008 area, and 96.34% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 81008, 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 | 192 Mbps | 25 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 48 Mbps | 28 Mbps | DSL |
| Rise Broadband | 8 Mbps | 4 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Pueblo.
Top high-speed internet providers in 81008
The largest internet providers serving the 81008 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 81008 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 87% of the area. Pueblo’s third most-available internet provider, Dalton Telephone Co., offers DSL to around 32% of residents in the 81008 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 81008 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 81008 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, $54.26.
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, $1.04.
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 81008 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pueblo's providers, 336 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 81008 ZIP code, covering 87% 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 Pueblo, $54.26.
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, $1.04.
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 81008 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 87% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pueblo's providers, 336 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 some, but not many households in the 81008 ZIP code, covering 32% 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, $54.26.
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, $1.04.
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 81008 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 32% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Pueblo's providers, 336 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 81008 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 81008 and the greater Pueblo area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly 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 81008 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 81008 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 81008 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 81008. The next fastest internet provider in the 81008 ZIP code is Dalton Telephone Co., offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 32% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 81008 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Pueblo, $54.26.
Dalton Telephone Co. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 81008 ZIP code, covering 32% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in 81008 and is available to 5.260% of households.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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