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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 62% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 48% |
| Google Fiber | $70.00 | 1,000 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 36% |
Veracity Networks  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 3.836% |
| Veracity Networks | - | - | DSL | 3.616% |
| Veracity Networks | - | - | Wired | 3.616% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 98% |
*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 - 99.82%
2 providers - 98.82%
3 providers - 40.99%
4+ providers - 4.52%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 94% of Salt Lake City residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 18% of those living in Salt Lake City.
There are seven internet providers serving the Salt Lake City area, and 98.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Salt Lake City's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Salt Lake City are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Salt Lake City.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Salt Lake City residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 62% of the area. Salt Lake City’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 48% of Salt Lake 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Salt Lake City covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, $52.49.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salt Lake City, $0.28.
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 Salt Lake City. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Salt Lake City's providers, 529 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 most households in Salt Lake City covering 62% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Salt Lake 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Salt Lake City, $52.49.
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 Salt Lake City, $0.28.
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 Salt Lake City. These download speeds are available to 62% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Salt Lake City's providers, 529 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 about half of households in Salt Lake City covering 48% 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 Salt Lake City than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Salt Lake City, $52.49.
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 Salt Lake City, $0.28.
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 Salt Lake City. These download speeds are available to 48% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Salt Lake City's providers, 529 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Salt Lake City, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Salt Lake City, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Salt Lake City at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Salt Lake City at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Salt Lake City residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Salt Lake City may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Salt Lake City cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Salt Lake City with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Salt Lake City. The next fastest internet provider in Salt Lake City is Google Fiber, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 36% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Salt Lake City with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Salt Lake City, $52.49.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Salt Lake City, covering 48% of the city. Google Fiber also offers fiber internet in Salt Lake City and is available to 36% of households.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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.
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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