Compare 80550 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Windsor – 129 Mbps
CO – 138 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Windsor – 32 Mbps
CO – 38 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Windsor.
Internet providers in 80550
Internet providers in your area
80550 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 88% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 63% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.220% |
BendBroadband  | - | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 7.350% |
| Wiggins Telephone Association | - | 15 - 60 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.390% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Front Range Internet | $35.00 | - | Wireless | 3.980% |
*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?80550 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
12192
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.79%
2 providers - 92.38%
3 providers - 4.37%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in the 80550 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 80550 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 87% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 75% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 36% of those living in the 80550 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 80550 area, and 92.38% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 80550, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Windsor
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Broadband | 24 Mbps | 6 Mbps | Wireless |
| Xfinity | 158 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 138 Mbps | 129 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Windsor.
Top high-speed internet providers in 80550
The largest internet providers serving the 80550 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 80550 ZIP code, covering 88% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 63% of the area. Windsor’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 80550 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 80550 ZIP code, covering 88% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 80550 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 Windsor, $46.65.
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 Windsor, $1.79.
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 80550 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Windsor's providers, 378 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 most households in the 80550 ZIP code, covering 63% 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 Windsor, $46.65.
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 Windsor, $1.79.
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 80550 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 63% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Windsor's providers, 378 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 80550 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 80550 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 Windsor, $46.65.
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 Windsor, $1.79.
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 80550 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Windsor's providers, 378 Mbps.
Internet providers in 80550 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 80550 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 88% of households in 80550. The next fastest internet provider in the 80550 ZIP code is BendBroadband, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 7.350% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 80550 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Windsor, $46.65.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 80550 ZIP code, covering 4.220% of the city. Wiggins Telephone Association also offers fiber internet in 80550 and is available to 1.390% of households.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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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