Who is our top ranked provider in Clifton AZ? [Updated]

Best Clifton Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Clifton, AZ that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Clifton by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Sparklight	Cable	1000 Mbps	50 Mbps	96.0%
2	VTX1	Fiber	1000 Mbps	30 Mbps	61.2%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Clifton AZ Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Clifton which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Clifton compare to Greenlee County? The average speed in Clifton is 13.74 Mbps which is slower than Greenlee County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Arizona average of 22.4 Mbps.

Clifton Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Clifton is 34.8% slower than the Greenlee County average and 57.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Clifton is 2.18 Mbps. This is 46.4% slower than the Greenlee County average and 81.2% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 51.7% of Greenlee County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 46.9% of Greenlee County residents
The average internet download speed in Greenlee County is 21.08 Mbps based upon 12928 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Clifton is 38.7% slower than the average in Arizona and 57.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Clifton residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Sparklight as the top provider for Clifton, Arizona.

How do the internet speeds in Clifton compare to other cities in Arizona?

Click through to see how the Clifton broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Corona De Tucson, Florence, Flowing Wells, Gilbert, Oracle, Sun Lakes, Youngtown

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Clifton, AZ residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Clifton, Arizona?

The following zip codes were used: 85533 and 85540

Who has the fastest internet service in Clifton?

Sparklight and VTX1 with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Clifton.

Clifton Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.