
Internet providers in Madison, WI
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COVID Practices
Unlimited data allowance
AT&T consumer home internet or Fixed Wireless Internet customers can use unlimited internet data through September 30, 2020.
Installation practices
Self-installation is the default installation option when available for customers.
Temporary speed upgrade
Get a temporary speed upgrade to 50 Mbps when you order Cox 10 & 30 Mbps internet plans. Offers valid through June 30, 2020.
Installation practices
Self-installation encouraged. Select your desired installation date, and a Cox representative will call to confirm or reschedule your appointment.
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Installation practices
Safety-first Installation: A Frontier technician will perform your installation with appropriate safety protocols including wearing protective equipment and maintaining social distancing. In taking these precautions, it’s recommended that Frontier customers wear a face mask or face covering for the safety of technicians.
New TV plan
Introducing a new “Local 50” video plan to support contactless installation.
Installation practices
Contactless installation: Mediacom will send an installation kit and a technician to set up a single high-speed data connection, phone, or one local TV channel plan with the help of someone in your home.
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Installation practices
Self-installation is encouraged. For professional installation, contact-free delivery is available for work done outside of the home. For customers moving more than 7 days from the date the order is placed, professional installation is available.
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Installation practices
Free Contactless Delivery: An Xfinity technician will drop-off your equipment with installation instructions, then perform any outside work. Get your installation fees back in a customer credit for a no-charge installation.
What are the best internet providers in Madison?
Internet availability by connection type
Cable – 99%
DSL – 97%
Fiber-optic – 4%
All available Madison residential 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 07/11/22
Fastest internet available in Madison
*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 07/11/22.
Madison high-speed internet availability compared to the national average
Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher
Madison – 63%
Wisconsin – 51%
U.S. – 86%
Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher
Madison – 17%
Wisconsin – 11%
U.S. – 21%
Cheapest internet service providers in Madison
If you are in the market for an affordable internet provider in Madison, there are a few choices that have plans under $50/mo. You may be able to get additional savings off your monthly internet price by bundling with TV and home phone services or using your own compatible equipment to cut rental costs.
Keep in mind that other fees may be added to base prices when setting up the best internet provider in Madison for you or wireless internet service in Madison, WI. These speeds can include fees for installation, equipment rental fees or added taxes.
*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 07/11/22.

Allconnect’s affordable choice: AT&T
AT&T offers the least expensive package in Madison and the best value overall. For just $35.00/mo., customers can have access to 300 Mbps. If AT&T fiber is available in your area, that is most likely your best option.

Allconnect Rating
4.05 / 5
AT&T: Best overall
AT&T is known for its wide selection of plans that range from 0.8 Mbps all the way up to 940 Mbps, with prices to match these tiers. Plans currently start at $35/mo. for fiber internet.
Why Madison loves AT&T
Boasts a wide variety of speed-based tiers to choose from
Had the highest rating through the American Customer Satisfaction Index at 71
Things to consider
Fastest speed plans are quite pricey
Base rates don’t include the taxes and equipment fees

Allconnect Rating
3.79 / 5
Frontier: Best for no hidden fees
Frontier offers both fiber and DSL service but likely only one will be available in your area. Although Frontier’s cheapest plan is its DSL service, its fiber plans are a considerably better deal. Customers can choose between Frontier fiber’s 500 and 1,000 Mbps plans for a starting price of just $49.99/mo.
Why Madison loves Frontier
Affordable starting prices
No hidden monthly fees
Things to consider
Speeds vary with DSL service
Tends to be low in customer satisfaction compared to others, only received a 57 through the American Customer Satisfaction Index, the second-lowest score.

Allconnect Rating
3.50 / 5
Spectrum: Best for no-fuss plans
Spectrum is famous for its no-fuss plan tiers that run in threes, and it starts in the mid-range for pricing at $49.99/mo.* It’s a good choice for cable internet in Madison. Spectrum is a speed powerhouse that can go all the way up to 1 Gbps.
Why Madison loves Spectrum
Known for easy, no-fuss plan tiers
No contracts
Things to consider
Pricing is mid-range
Three choices for speeds, so less speed customization compared to other providers
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Written by:
Laurie GarrisonAllconnect contributor
Laurie Garrison is a Florida-based freelance writer whose specialties include sports business and sports tech. She also writes on broadband subjects, as well as business and marketing awards entries where she ha… Read more
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Robin LaytonEditor, Broadband Content
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