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Internet providers in 80487
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80487 internet providers
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 90% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 73% |
| CenturyLink | $65.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.032% |
| Mammoth Networks | - | - | DSL | 15% |
| Mammoth Networks | - | - | Wired | 11% |
| NewCloudNetworks | - | - | Wired | 1.616% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Zirkel Wireless | $49.00 | 3 - 200 Mbps | Wireless | 6.747% |
*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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?80487 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
9648
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.34%
2 providers - 90.29%
3 providers - 20.66%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in the 80487 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 80487 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.030% of those living in the 80487 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 80487 area, and 90.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 80487, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 80487
The largest internet providers serving the 80487 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 80487 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 73% of the area. Steamboat Springs’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 80487 ZIP code.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 80487 ZIP code, covering 90% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 80487 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 Steamboat Springs, $46.80.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Steamboat Springs, $2.23.
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 80487 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Steamboat Springs's providers, 283 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 80487 ZIP code, covering 73% 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Steamboat Springs, $46.80.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Steamboat Springs, $2.23.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 80487 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 73% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Steamboat Springs's providers, 283 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 80487 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 80487 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Steamboat Springs, $46.80.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Steamboat Springs, $2.23.
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 80487 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Steamboat Springs's providers, 283 Mbps.
Internet providers in 80487 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 80487?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 80487 ZIP code with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in 80487. The next fastest internet provider in the 80487 ZIP code is Zirkel Wireless, offering download speeds up to 200 Mbps to 6.747% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 80487?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 80487 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Steamboat Springs, $46.80.
Is fiber internet available in 80487?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 80487 ZIP code, covering 1.032% of the city.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
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.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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