| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 10% |
NewCloudNetworks  | - | - | Wired | 1.774% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| DirectLink | $49.95 | 30 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 57% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 2.682% |
*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 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.95%
2 providers - 99.78%
3 providers - 2.65%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge area will have access to cable, which covers 92% of Wheat Ridge residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 7.730% of the area. No DSL providers are currently available in Wheat Ridge, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Wheat Ridge area, and 99.78% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Wheat Ridge's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 193.0 Mbps | 21.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Rise Broadband | 86.0 Mbps | 46.0 Mbps | Wireless |
| CenturyLink | 170.0 Mbps | 86.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Wheat Ridge.
The largest internet providers in Wheat Ridge are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Wheat Ridge.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Wheat Ridge residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 93% of the area. Wheat Ridge’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 10% of Wheat Ridge residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Wheat Ridge covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge, $49.15.
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 Wheat Ridge, $1.82.
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 Wheat Ridge. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wheat Ridge's providers, 364 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Wheat Ridge covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge, $49.15.
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 Wheat Ridge, $1.82.
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 Wheat Ridge. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wheat Ridge's providers, 364 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in Wheat Ridge covering 10% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Wheat Ridge than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Wheat Ridge, $49.15.
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 Wheat Ridge, $1.82.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Wheat Ridge. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wheat Ridge's providers, 364 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Wheat Ridge, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Wheat Ridge, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Wheat Ridge and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wheat Ridge at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wheat Ridge at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Wheat Ridge residents, 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 Wheat Ridge 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 Wheat Ridge cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Wheat Ridge with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Wheat Ridge. The next fastest internet provider in Wheat Ridge is DirectLink, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 57% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Wheat Ridge with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wheat Ridge, $49.15.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Wheat Ridge, covering 10% of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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