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| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 85% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 24% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.65%
2 providers - 92.77%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Boulder City is slightly higher than the rest of Nevada - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Boulder City area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Boulder City residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 7.120% of those living in Boulder City.
There are four internet providers serving the Boulder City area, and 92.77% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Boulder City's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Boulder City are Cox and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Boulder City.
Cable internet from Cox is available to nearly all Boulder City residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 85% of the area. Boulder City’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 24% of Boulder City 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.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Boulder City covering 94% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Boulder City residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Boulder City, $58.74.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boulder City, $1.51.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Boulder City. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boulder City's providers, 353 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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Boulder City covering 85% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Boulder City 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Boulder City, $58.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boulder City, $1.51.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Boulder City. These download speeds are available to 85% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boulder City's providers, 353 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 CenturyLink offers broadband to some, but not many households in Boulder City covering 24% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Boulder City than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Boulder City, $58.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Boulder City, $1.51.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Boulder City. These download speeds are available to 24% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Boulder City's providers, 353 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Boulder City, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Boulder City, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Boulder City and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Boulder City at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Boulder City at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Boulder City residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Boulder City with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in Boulder City. The next fastest internet provider in Boulder City is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 85% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Boulder City with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Boulder City, $58.74.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Boulder City, covering 24% of the city.
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.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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