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

Tucson, AZ High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 7 choices for service in Tucson, 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 Tucson 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	93.2%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	71.1%
3	Triad Wireless	wireless	300 Mbps	50 Mbps	88.7%
4	Bluespan Wireless	wireless	50 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
5	Simply Bits	wireless	25 Mbps	7 Mbps	100.0%
6	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
7	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Tucson AZ 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 Tucson 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 Tucson of 5.08 Mbps are faster than the Pima County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Arizona.

Tucson Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Pima County is 16.9 Mbps based upon 2288416 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Tucson is 5.08 Mbps. This is 10.4% slower than the average in Arizona and 56.2% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Tucson is 31.1% faster than the Pima County average and 31.6% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Tucson is 5.08 Mbps. This is 8.8% faster than the Pima County average and 56.2% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 88.8% of Pima County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 17.9% of Pima 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 Tucson 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 Tucson, Arizona.

Who has the fastest internet service in Tucson?

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

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

Click through to see how the Tucson broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Bisbee, Coolidge, Joseph City, Peoria, Sierra Vista, Surprise, Tempe

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

Bluespan Wireless and Simply Bits provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Tucson.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 7 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Tucson, 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 Tucson, Arizona?

The following zip codes were used: 85629, 85641, 85701, 85702, 85703, 85704, 85705, 85706, 85707, 85708, 85709, 85710, 85711, 85712, 85713, 85714, 85715, 85716, 85717, 85718, 85719, 85720, 85721, 85722, 85723, 85724, 85725, 85726, 85730, 85731, 85732, 85733, 85734, 85738, 85741, 85745, 85746, 85747, 85748, 85749, 85750, 85751, 85754, 85756, 85775 and 85777

Tucson 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.