Compare 33609 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Tampa – 112 Mbps
FL – 141 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Tampa – 43 Mbps
FL – 43 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Tampa.
Internet providers in 33609
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33609 internet providers
*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?33609 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4334
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 95.37%
3 providers - 10.02%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 33609 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 33609 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 95% of those living in the 33609 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 33609 area, and 95.37% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 33609, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Tampa
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | 201 Mbps | 141 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Spectrum | 152 Mbps | 15 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Tampa.
Top high-speed internet providers in 33609
The largest internet providers serving the 33609 ZIP code are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing fiber-optic, cable, and satellite options to the area.
Fiber-optic internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 33609 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Tampa’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 33609 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 33609 ZIP code, covering 95% 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 33609 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Tampa, $59.99.
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 33609 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 33609 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 Tampa, $59.99.
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 Tampa, $0.54.
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 33609 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Tampa's providers, 112 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.
**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
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 33609 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 33609 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Tampa, $59.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Tampa, $0.54.
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 33609 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Tampa's providers, 112 Mbps.
Internet providers in 33609 frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 33609 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 33609. The next fastest internet provider in the 33609 ZIP code is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 33609 ZIP with service starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Tampa, $59.99.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 33609 ZIP code, covering 95% of the city.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
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.
*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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