Compare 81650 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Rifle – 125 Mbps
CO – 138 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Rifle – 43 Mbps
CO – 38 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rifle.
Internet providers in 81650
Internet providers in your area
81650 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 82% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 80% |
NewCloudNetworks  | - | - | Wired | 1.490% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 99% |
| Kellin Communications | $69.99 | 15 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 99% |
*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?81650 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
6195
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.07%
2 providers - 82.12%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 82%, broadband coverage in the 81650 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Colorado - 91%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 81650 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 80% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.820% of those living in the 81650 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 81650 area, and 82.12% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 81650, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Rifle
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 165 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 29 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 3 Mbps | 0 Mbps | DSL |
| Rise Broadband | 57 Mbps | 52 Mbps | Wireless |
| Kellin Communications | 14 Mbps | 4 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Rifle.
Top high-speed internet providers in 81650
The largest internet providers serving the 81650 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to most in the 81650 ZIP code, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 80% of the area. Rifle’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 81650 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 81650 ZIP code, covering 82% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 81650 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 Rifle, $52.48.
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 Rifle, $2.28.
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 81650 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rifle's providers, 191 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 81650 ZIP code, covering 80% 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 Rifle, $52.48.
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 Rifle, $2.28.
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 81650 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rifle's providers, 191 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 81650 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 81650 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 Rifle, $52.48.
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 Rifle, $2.28.
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 81650 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Rifle's providers, 191 Mbps.
Internet providers in 81650 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 81650 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 82% of households in 81650. The next fastest internet provider in the 81650 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 80% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 81650 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rifle, $52.48.
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.
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%.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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