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

Fort Carson, Colorado Broadband Internet Service

Fort Carson, 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 Fort Carson. 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 Fort Carson is Telephone and Data Systems. A summary of all the results:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Telephone and Data Systems	Cable, Fiber	600 Mbps	20 Mbps	93.6%
2	Windfield Enterprises	wireless	50 Mbps	15 Mbps	100.0%
3	Precision Communications	wireless	50 Mbps	20 Mbps	100.0%
4	Rise Broadband	wireless	25 Mbps	5 Mbps	82.0%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Fort Carson 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 Fort Carson 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

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Fort Carson compare to El Paso County? The average speed in Fort Carson is 60.16 Mbps which is faster than El Paso County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Colorado average of 27.69 Mbps.

Fort Carson Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Fort Carson is 60.16 Mbps based upon 9032 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 92.2% of the Fort Carson population
Fiber optic internet is available to 3.6% of Fort Carson residents
There are 6 residential internet providers in Fort Carson, CO providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Fort Carson is 156.7% faster than the El Paso County average and 85.7% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 87.4% of El Paso 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 Fort Carson 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 Telephone and Data Systems as the top provider for Fort Carson, Colorado.

Who has the fastest internet service in Fort Carson?

Telephone and Data Systems with a download speed of 600 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Fort Carson.

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

The following zip codes were used: 80902 and 80913

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

Click through to see how the Fort Carson broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Englewood, Gunnison, Ken Caryl, Montrose, Orchard Mesa, Palmer Lake, Yuma

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Fort Carson - Telephone and Data Systems.

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 Fort Carson, Colorado?

Windfield Enterprises and Precision Communications provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Fort Carson.

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.

Fort Carson 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.