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

Hotchkiss, CO High Speed Internet Service

Hotchkiss, 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 Hotchkiss. 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 Hotchkiss is Delta Montrose Electric Association. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Delta Montrose Electric Association	Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	97.9%
2	Telephone and Data Systems	DSL	100 Mbps	15 Mbps	99.9%
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%

Hotchkiss CO 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 Hotchkiss 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 Hotchkiss are compared to Delta County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Colorado overall?
Average download speeds in Hotchkiss of 13.35 Mbps are slower than the Delta County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for Colorado.

Hotchkiss Internet Access Facts

There are 5 residential internet providers in Hotchkiss, CO providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Hotchkiss is 51.8% slower than the average in Colorado and 58.8% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 63.3% of the Delta County population
The average internet download speed in Hotchkiss is 13.35 Mbps based upon 5800 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 0.0% of the Hotchkiss population
Fiber optic internet is available to 99.5% of Hotchkiss 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 Hotchkiss 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 Delta Montrose Electric Association as the top provider for Hotchkiss, Colorado.

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

Click through to see how the Hotchkiss broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Acres Green, Del Norte, Eldorado Springs, Florence, Fruita, Haxtun, Loveland

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 Hotchkiss, Colorado?

The following zip codes were used: 81419

Who has the fastest internet service in Hotchkiss?

Delta Montrose Electric Association with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Hotchkiss.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Hotchkiss - Telephone and Data Systems.

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.

Hotchkiss 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.