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

Rio Verde, AZ High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Rio Verde, 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 Rio Verde 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	Cox	Cable, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	99.6%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	Rio Verde Wireless	wireless	80 Mbps	12 Mbps	18.3%

Rio Verde 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 Rio Verde which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Rio Verde are compared to Maricopa County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Arizona overall?
Average download speeds in Rio Verde of 135.54 Mbps are faster than the Maricopa County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Arizona.

Rio Verde Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Rio Verde is 449.4% faster than the Maricopa County average and 318.3% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Rio Verde is 59.81 Mbps. This is 738.8% faster than the Maricopa County average and 415.6% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 87.7% of Maricopa County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 34.4% of Maricopa County residents
The average internet download speed in Maricopa County is 24.67 Mbps based upon 13266352 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Rio Verde is 505.1% faster than the average in Arizona and 318.3% faster 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 Rio Verde 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 Cox as the top provider for Rio Verde, Arizona.

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

Click through to see how the Rio Verde broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Avra Valley, Catalina Foothills, Florence, Spring Valley, Verde Village, Williams, Winslow West

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 Rio Verde, Arizona?

The following zip codes were used: 85263

Who has the fastest internet service in Rio Verde?

Cox with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Rio Verde.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Rio Verde, Arizona.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Rio Verde 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.