Internet providers in Atlanta, GA

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Overview of internet access in Atlanta

Atlanta has many options for ultra-fast internet. In addition to speed, take a look at data caps, contracts and equipment costs as well when choosing a new internet service provider, as these factors can drive up your monthly plan cost.

Keep in mind that not all providers are available in every neighborhood which is why we ask for your address. For example, with the new 5G home internet players Verizon and T-Mobile on the block, you need to be within a certain distance from their 5G towers to get that service. T-Mobile is currently available to about half of Atlanta and Verizon’s footprint continues to grow. With an exact location, we can give you the most accurate results of internet service providers for your home.

Best providers

• Xfinity – Best overall
• AT&T Fiber – Best customer satisfaction
• T-Mobile 5G Home Internet – Best no-hassle pricing

Internet availability by connection type

Although cable and DSL services make up 97% of the connection types in the Atlanta region, the location is also a hotspot for fiber optic service. With 40% availability across the city, fiber is the fastest connection type available.

• Cable – 97%

• DSL – 97%

• Fiber optic – 40%

Source: FCC

All available Atlanta home 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 09/01/22.

**For existing 5G Do More, 5G Play More or 5G Get More mobile customers who then add and maintain a home internet plan. Availability varies. Price guarantee applies to base monthly rate only. Auto Pay & paper-free billing req’d. Add’l $10/mo. w/o Auto Pay. Subj. to credit approval & may require a deposit. Other terms may apply. Wired speeds advertised. Wireless speeds may vary due to device limited, multiple users, networks & other factors. See Verizon.com/yourspeed for more info. Updated 09/12/22.

Our methodology

We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction.

We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction. Each category contains multiple sub-factors, all of which are weighted differently to impact the provider’s overall score.

For each sub-factor, we score all providers on a continuous scale of one to five, relative to the industry as a whole. Because the average download speed in America is currently 180 Mbps, for example, we assigned all plans with download speeds between 100 and 299 Mbps a score between three and four. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 400 Mbps plan got a 4.16.

We only considered standardized data points in our scoring system. More abstract data like consistency of service and brand reputation is still part of our analysis, but we opted to let our writers address them in the context of each review.

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Fastest internet in Atlanta

*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. Speeds may vary. As of 09/01/22.

Atlanta real-world internet speed performance

Google Fiber users get the fastest internet in Atlanta by a good amount. Its average download speed is over 200 Mbps, and its upload speed is nearly the same. That said, the average internet speeds listed below from AT&T and Xfinity will still be plenty for most households. (There weren’t enough speed tests from Windstream and Yomura Fiber to include them.)

• Google Fiber – 213 Mbps

• AT&T – 187 Mbps

• Xfinity – 179 Mbps

Atlanta internet speed compared to the national average

Atlanta gets pretty average internet speeds compared to the state and country as a whole. Its 116 Mbps download speed is slightly below the national average, but its upload speeds are actually a little faster. Fiber internet isn’t as widespread in Atlanta, which translates to slower upload speeds from cable providers.

• Download speeds

  Atlanta – 116 Mbps

  Georgia – 135 Mbps

  U.S. – 118 Mbps

• Upload speeds

  Atlanta – 46 Mbps

  Georgia – 48 Mbps

  U.S. – 42 Mbps

Cheapest internet service providers in Atlanta

When signing up for a new internet service, other additional fees and costs may come up. Fees include internet installation and buying or renting the internet equipment.

*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 09/01/22.

Allconnect’s affordable choice: Xfinity

Our winner for cheap internet is Xfinity. Xfinity is available in Atlanta, surrounding areas, and even in the suburbs. With its wide reach, Xfinity offers better customer service with shorter wait times. Subscribers can access download speeds up to 100 Mbps for $39.99 per month. 

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Or call to order: (844) 451-2720 (844) 451-2720

Allconnect Rating

4.43 / 5

AT&T: Best customer satisfaction

According to a 2021 J.D. Power survey, AT&T has the highest customer satisfaction scores in the South. AT&T DSL is more common throughout Atlanta and surrounding areas than AT&T Fiber. However, both are still widely available in downtown Atlanta. Download speeds range from 5 – 4,700 Mbps, with all plans offering unlimited data. City residents love AT&T for its wide accessibility across Atlanta with AT&T stores located conveniently across the city.

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Allconnect Rating

3.54 / 5

Xfinity: Best overall

Xfinity is the largest cable internet provider in Atlanta and offers seven different internet plans. With the exception of downtown Atlanta around Five Points, Xfinity is available in most areas of Atlanta. Top service areas include Ormewood, Virginia-Highland, Lenox Park, Center Hill and Roseland. City residents love the free self-installation kit and the commitment-free service. 

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Yomura Fiber: Fastest speeds

The Yomura fiber is only available in certain Atlanta areas and is not as widely accessible outside of the city. Its steep price provides residents with the fastest internet service at 1 Gbps. City residents love Yomura Fiber due to its unmatched download speed and quick customer service.

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Allconnect Rating

3.95 / 5

Windstream: Cheapest plans

Windstream offers both DSL and fiber throughout downtown Atlanta and in surrounding areas like Buckhead and Alpharetta. City residents like that Windstream offers an affordable starting plan for comparable download speeds. Residents can also select between DSL and fiber.

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Written by:

Grace Kim

Allconnect contributor

Grace Kim has two years of experience in writing for finance, broadband and insurance domains at Bankrate, Reviews.com and Allconnect.com. She also writes about investment banking, portfolio management, quantita… Read more

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Robin Layton

Editor, Broadband Content

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