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Shop the best Providence internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from cable, DSL and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.087% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Blue Spring Broadband  | $39.95 | 10 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.08%
2 providers - 97.17%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Providence is comparable to the rest of Utah - 95%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Providence area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Providence residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 33% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.800% of those living in Providence.
There are six internet providers serving the Providence area, and 97.17% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Providence's six internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CenturyLink | 76 Mbps | 17 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 86 Mbps | 8 Mbps | Cable |
| Rise Broadband | 9 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Providence.
The largest internet providers in Providence are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Providence.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Providence residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 98% of the area. Providence’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Providence 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Providence covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Providence residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Providence, $47.48.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Providence, $1.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Providence. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Providence's providers, 360 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Providence covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Providence 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Providence, $47.48.
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 Providence, $1.98.
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 Providence. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Providence's providers, 360 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Providence covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Providence 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Providence, $47.48.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Providence, $1.98.
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 Providence. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Providence's providers, 360 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Providence with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Providence. The next fastest internet provider in Providence is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Providence with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Providence, $47.48.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Providence, covering 0.087% of the city.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.
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