Best Erie Internet Service Providers
Erie, 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 Erie. 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 Erie 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 | 99.3% |
2 | CenturyLink | DSL, Fiber | 940 Mbps | 940 Mbps | 80.4% |
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% |
6 | Aerux Boardband | wireless | 100 Mbps | 100 Mbps | 17.5% |
Erie 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 Erie 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
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Erie are compared to Boulder County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Colorado overall?
Average download speeds in Erie of 38.42 Mbps are faster than the Boulder County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Colorado.
Erie Internet Access Facts
The average internet download speed in Erie is 38.42 Mbps based upon 118872 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 97.3% of the Erie population
Fiber optic internet is available to 48.9% of Erie residents
There are 6 residential internet providers in Erie, CO providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Erie is 80.2% faster than the Boulder County average and 18.6% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 91.6% of Boulder 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 Erie 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 Erie, Colorado.
How do the internet speeds in Erie compare to other cities in Colorado?
Click through to see how the Erie broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Aurora, Avon, Berkley, Edgewater, Inverness, Littleton, Upper Bear Creek
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 Erie, Colorado?
The following zip codes were used: 80026, 80504 and 80516
Who has the fastest internet service in Erie?
Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Erie.
Is there DSL internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Erie - CenturyLink.
Erie 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.

Xfinity
- 260+ channels
- Award winning voice remote
- Customize your plan
- Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app

DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR

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

YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons

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

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