Glendale, Arizona Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Glendale, 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 Glendale 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
1CoxCable, Fiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps91.3%
2CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber940 Mbps940 Mbps83.3%
3Triad Wirelesswireless300 Mbps50 Mbps100.0%
4Gutierrez-Palmenbergwireless25 Mbps3 Mbps100.0%
5ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
6HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Glendale 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 Glendale which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

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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 Glendale of 5.75 Mbps are slower than the Maricopa County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Arizona.

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Glendale Internet Access Facts

  • The average upload speed in Glendale is 5.75 Mbps. This is 1.4% faster than the average in Arizona and 50.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Glendale is 28.3% faster than the Maricopa County average and 2.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Glendale is 5.75 Mbps. This is 19.4% slower than the Maricopa County average and 50.4% slower 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

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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 Glendale 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 Glendale, Arizona.

Who has the fastest internet service in Glendale?

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

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

Click through to see how the Glendale broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Cornville, Flowing Wells, Globe, Paulden, Scottsdale, Spring Valley, Yuma

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Glendale, Arizona?

Triad Wireless and Gutierrez-Palmenberg provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Glendale.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 6 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Glendale, 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 Glendale, Arizona?

The following zip codes were used: 85301, 85302, 85303, 85304, 85305, 85306, 85307, 85308, 85309, 85310, 85311, 85312, 85318, 85340, 85345, 85355, 85381 and 85382




Glendale 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.


Cox

  • 250+ channels
  • Contour voice remote control
  • Customizable add-ons
  • Make your TV content portable with the Contour app app
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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