Internet providers in Atlanta, GA

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Internet providers in Atlanta, GA

You might have more internet options than you think for internet in your area. Whether you’re relocating to Atlanta for the first time or just moving from Buckhead to Rockdale, finding the right internet service is an important part of your move. Even if you aren’t moving, taking a quick moment to compare your service to what’s available could be worthwhile.

Atlanta internet service at a glance

Nearly all Atlanta residents have access to DSL and cable internet, while fiber-optic internet is available to about half of the city. AT&T is the largest DSL provider, but also offers fiber-optic service along with Google Fiber and Windstream. Xfinity is Atlanta’s largest cable provider, but Spectrum and Mediacom may be available in select locations.

Internet availability by type in Atlanta, GA

Cable – 97%
DSL – 97%
Fiber-optic – 40%

1 provider – 100%
2 providers – 100%
3 providers – 99%

Provider	Starting monthly price*	Speed range	Internet type
AT&T	$49.99	5 – 1,000 Mbps	DSL, fiber
Google Fiber	$70.00	Up to 1,000 Mbps	Fiber
Hotwire	$34.99	50 – 1,000 Mbps	Fiber
Mediacom	$19.99	60 – 1,000 Mbps	Cable
Windstream	$25.00	10 – 1,000 Mbps	DSL, fiber
Xfinity	$29.99	25 – 1,000 Mbps	Cable

*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 05/20/20.

Top internet provider details in Atlanta, GA

If you live within Atlanta city limits, you likely have the option of AT&T or Xfinity for your internet service. Some may also have access to Google Fiber, or a number of other providers including Mediacom, Spectrum and Windstream.

AT&T

Provider details:
AT&T DSL is available throughout Atlanta and the surrounding areas, including Dunwoody, Decatur and Alpharetta. AT&T Fiber is less widely-available, but still covers a good portion of the city including areas of Peoplestown, Buckhead, Cascade Heights and Magnolia.
- Three internet plan options
- Plans start at $49.99/mo.*
- Unlimited data with select plans
AT&T ZIP codes: 30303, 30305, 30309, 30314, 30315, 30318, 30324, 30327, 30331, 30354
AT&T store locations:
- 1544 Piedmont Ave., NE Suite 305, Atlanta, GA 30324
- 945 Memorial Drive, SE Bldg 400 Suite 416, Atlanta, GA 30316
- 3523 Northside Pkwy., NW, Atlanta, GA 30327
- 3695 Cascade Road, SW, Atlanta, GA 30331

Xfinity

Provider details:
Xfinity is the largest cable internet provider in Atlanta. 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.
- Six internet plan options
- Plans start at $29.99/mo.*
- Free self-install kit
- No term agreement required
Xfinity ZIP codes: 30305, 30306, 30312, 30312, 30317, 30318, 30324, 30326, 30327, 30331
Xfinity store locations:
- 699 Ponce De Leon Ave. NE, Suite 17, Atlanta, GA 30308
- 3637 Peachtree Road, Suite C1, Atlanta, GA 30319
- 1575 Church St., Suite 230, Decatur, GA 30033
- 6255 Roswell Road, Atlanta, GA 30328

Provider details:
Availability for Google Fiber is random throughout greater Atlanta. Residents are most likely to be eligible for service in downtown Atlanta around Inman Park and Virginia-Highland. Outside of downtown, select areas of Buckhead and Northside Park may be eligible for Google Fiber.
- One internet plan
- Plans starting at $70.00/mo.*
- No data caps
- No annual service contract
Google Fiber ZIP codes: 30080, 30305, 30306, 30307, 30308, 30309, 30312, 30318, 30326, 30342
Google Fiber store locations:
- 650 North Avenue, Suite S205, Atlanta, GA 30308

Can I get service from a smaller internet provider?

Mediacom – Covers parts of downtown Atlanta, plus areas near Riverdale, Stonecrest and Buckhead.
Spectrum – Although Spectrum isn’t available in the heart of Atlanta, the internet provider does cover most of Smyrna to the north, and communities such as Stockbridge and Cedar Valley to the southeast.
Windstream – Provides coverage near East Point and Linwood areas.
Hotwire – Fiber coverage in downtown Atlanta.
Yomura Broadband – Fixed wireless provider available in downtown Atlanta, Atkins Park, Kirkwood, Oakhurst and more.

Finding the right internet provider and the best plan for your current or new home starts with a search for what’s available in your area. Click “View providers” to shop available internet providers in your Atlanta ZIP code, or call to speak with our internet experts about specific plans for your address.

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Fastest internet providers in Atlanta, GA

Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher

Atlanta – 94%

Georgia – 83%

U.S. – 86%

Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher

Atlanta – 60%

Georgia – 46%

U.S. – 22%

In Atlanta, download speeds up to 250 Mbps or higher are available nearly everywhere in the city. Gigabit speeds up to 1,000 Mbps are available to about half of Atlanta residents. Both speed tiers are significantly more available in Atlanta than the rest of Georgia and the entire U.S.

The fastest internet speeds in Atlanta are likely to come from fiber-optic providers such as AT&T and Google Fiber, or cable providers such as Xfinity. With fiber-optic internet, you’re also more likely to get faster upload speeds, with some providers offering upload speeds matching their download speeds.

Atlanta fastest advertised download speeds

AT&T Fiber – Fiber-optic internet with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Google Fiber – Fiber-optic internet with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Hotwire – Fiber-optic internet with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Windstream – Fiber-optic internet with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Xfinity – Cable internet with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Yomura Broadband – Fixed wireless with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps

In some areas, Xfinity offers their Gigabit Pro plan, which features download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps. Availability and pricing varies for this plan, and with other high-speed internet plans in Atlanta. Click “Shop providers” to see which high-speed internet providers are in your area, or call to speak with our internet experts about all available speeds for your home.

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Cheapest internet service in Atlanta, GA

How much is internet in Atlanta? That depends on the provider and plan you choose. In some areas of Atlanta, internet prices can range from $20-$30/mo. Keep in mind, however, that the lowest advertised price isn’t always what you can expect to pay. Equipment costs and hidden fees can add to your total cost for internet in Atlanta.

Cheap internet plans in Atlanta, GA

Windstream Kinetic Internet 15 – $25/mo.* for up to 15 Mbps
Xfinity Performance Starter – $29.99/mo.* for up to 15 Mbps
Mediacom Xtreme Access Internet 60 – $19.99/mo.* for up to 60 Mbps

Where you live in Atlanta will determine which cheap internet providers and plans are available. Call to hear about options for cheap internet at your address.

Free Wi-Fi hotspots in Atlanta, GA

There are plenty of places to catch free Wi-Fi throughout Atlanta. Here are a few places where you can connect to public Wi-Fi for free. When connecting to a public network, avoid online activity that involves passwords and other sensitive information.

Here are a few public places where you can find free Wi-Fi in Atlanta:

Atlanta-Fulton public libraries
MARTA buses and trains
Cafes and coffee shops including Atlanta Bread Co., Cool Beans Coffee Roasters, Majestic Diner, Mid City Cafe and West Egg Cafe
Local Atlanta bars and breweries including Monday Night Brewing, Sweetwater Brewery, Taco Mac and Wrecking Bar Brewpub

AT&T and Xfinity internet customers can take advantage of free Wi-Fi hotspots in much of the city. Spectrum offers Wi-Fi hotspots in Atlanta, but only in the areas where Spectrum residential internet service is available.