Compare 33548 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Lutz – 165 Mbps
FL – 141 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Lutz – 71 Mbps
FL – 43 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lutz.
Internet providers in 33548
Internet providers in your area
33548 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 98% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Fiber-optic | 27% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Rapid Systems  | $54.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 2.610% |
*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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
Need help?33548 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
6756
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 97.52%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 33548 ZIP code 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 33548 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 100% of those living in the 33548 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 33548 area, and 97.52% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 33548, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Lutz
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | 134 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| Frontier | 126 Mbps | 58 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lutz.
Top high-speed internet providers in 33548
The largest internet providers serving the 33548 ZIP code are Frontier and Spectrum bringing fiber-optic and cable options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 33548 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Lutz’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers fiber-optic to around 27% of residents in the 33548 ZIP code.
Frontier fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 33548 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 33548 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lutz, $58.98.
Spectrum 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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 33548 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 33548 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lutz, $58.98.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lutz, $0.36.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 33548 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lutz's providers, 166 Mbps.
Spectrum fiber-optic 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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Fiber-optic from Spectrum offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 33548 ZIP code, covering 27% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Spectrum is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 33548 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lutz, $58.98.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lutz, $0.36.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 33548 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 27% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lutz's providers, 166 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 33548 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 33548 and the greater Lutz area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Lutz at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lutz at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 33548 ZIP, 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 Lutz 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 Lutz cable and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 33548 frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 33548 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 33548. The next fastest internet provider in the 33548 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps* to 27% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 33548 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Lutz, $58.98.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 33548 ZIP code, covering 98% of the city. Spectrum also offers fiber internet in 33548 and is available to 27% 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.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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