*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.87%
2 providers - 97.76%
3 providers - 5.04%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Fort Lauderdale is comparable to the rest of Florida - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Fort Lauderdale area will have access to DSL, which covers 94% of Fort Lauderdale residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 49% of those living in Fort Lauderdale.
There are four internet providers serving the Fort Lauderdale area, and 97.76% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Fort Lauderdale's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 209.0 Mbps | 168.0 Mbps | DSL |
| HughesNet | 14.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Xfinity | 509.0 Mbps | 356.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Viasat | 24.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Fort Lauderdale.
The largest internet providers in Fort Lauderdale are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Fort Lauderdale.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Fort Lauderdale residents, covering 89% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 17% of the area. Fort Lauderdale’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Fort Lauderdale 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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Fort Lauderdale covering 89% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Fort Lauderdale 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fort Lauderdale, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fort Lauderdale, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Fort Lauderdale. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fort Lauderdale's providers, 528 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 AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Fort Lauderdale covering 17% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Fort Lauderdale than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fort Lauderdale, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fort Lauderdale, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Fort Lauderdale. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fort Lauderdale's providers, 528 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Fort Lauderdale covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale, $54.99.
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 Fort Lauderdale, $2.04.
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 Fort Lauderdale. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fort Lauderdale's providers, 528 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Fort Lauderdale, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Fort Lauderdale at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fort Lauderdale at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Fort Lauderdale residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Fort Lauderdale with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in Fort Lauderdale. The next fastest internet provider in Fort Lauderdale is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 17% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Fort Lauderdale with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fort Lauderdale, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Fort Lauderdale, covering 17% of the city.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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.
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%.
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