Who is our top ranked provider in Frederick CO? [Updated]

Frederick, CO High Speed Internet Service

Frederick, CO has a total of 5 options for high speed internet providers that meet the minimum broadband download speed of 25 Mbps. It can be understandably confusing when trying to determine which of these broadband providers to choose. Hopefully we can eliminate some of the guesswork for you by applying our ranking algorithm to those 5 internet service options in Frederick. The calculation we perform considers the download connection speed, upload connection speed, population covered and overall value provided by each company. Based upon that calculation, our top choice for Frederick is Xfinity. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	96.2%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	66.6%
3	Rise Broadband	wireless	50 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Frederick CO Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Frederick have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Frederick of 6.51 Mbps are slower than the Weld County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Colorado.

Frederick Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Weld County is 29.36 Mbps based upon 585272 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Frederick is 6.51 Mbps. This is 22.3% slower than the average in Colorado and 43.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Frederick is 152.5% faster than the Weld County average and 128.8% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Frederick is 6.51 Mbps. This is 31.4% slower than the Weld County average and 43.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 74.2% of Weld County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 17.0% of Weld County residents

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 Frederick 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 Xfinity as the top provider for Frederick, Colorado.

How do the internet speeds in Frederick compare to other cities in Colorado?

Click through to see how the Frederick broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Castle Pines, Eagle, Estes Park, Florence, Gypsum, Leadville North, Lochbuie

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 Frederick, Colorado?

The following zip codes were used: 80504, 80516, 80530 and 80621

Who has the fastest internet service in Frederick?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Frederick.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Frederick - CenturyLink.

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.

Frederick 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.