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

Craig, Colorado Broadband Internet Service

Craig, CO has a total of 6 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 6 internet service options in Craig. 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 Craig is Spectrum. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	100.0%
2	Luminate Fiber	Fiber	1024 Mbps	1024 Mbps	25.1%
3	Zirkel Wireless	wireless	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	100.0%
4	High Rapid Networks	wireless	100 Mbps	10 Mbps	61.5%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Craig CO Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Craig are compared to Moffat County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Colorado overall?
Average download speeds in Craig of 32.26 Mbps are faster than the Moffat County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Colorado.

Craig Internet Access Facts

There are 6 residential internet providers in Craig, CO providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Craig is 16.5% faster than the average in Colorado and 0.4% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 2.8% of the Moffat County population
The average internet download speed in Craig is 32.26 Mbps based upon 14976 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 100.0% of the Craig population
Fiber optic internet is available to 40.2% of Craig 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 Craig 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Craig, Colorado.

Who has the fastest internet service in Craig?

Luminate Fiber with a download speed of 1024 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Craig.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Craig, Colorado?

The following zip codes were used: 81625 and 81626

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

Click through to see how the Craig broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Berthoud, Canon City, Greeley, Paonia, Parker, Springfield, Superior

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Craig - Luminate Fiber.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Craig, Colorado?

Spectrum and Zirkel Wireless provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Craig.

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 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.

Craig 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.