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

Gunnison, Colorado Broadband Internet Service

Gunnison, CO has a total of 5 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 5 internet service options in Gunnison. 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 Gunnison 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	99.9%
2	Internet Colorado	Fiber, wireless	300 Mbps	300 Mbps	100.0%
3	Rasure Consulting	wireless	40 Mbps	40 Mbps	100.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Gunnison CO 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 Gunnison which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

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 Gunnison of 19.36 Mbps are faster than the Gunnison County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Colorado.

Gunnison Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 93.1% of Gunnison residents
The average internet download speed in Gunnison County is 23.95 Mbps based upon 47520 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Gunnison is 19.36 Mbps. This is 131% faster than the average in Colorado and 66.9% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Gunnison is 43.8% faster than the Gunnison County average and 6.3% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Gunnison is 19.36 Mbps. This is 54.4% faster than the Gunnison County average and 66.9% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 73.9% of Gunnison 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 Gunnison 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 Gunnison, Colorado.

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

Click through to see how the Gunnison broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Boulder, Burlington, Cherry Hills Village, Crested Butte, Monte Vista, Sherrelwood, Twin Lakes

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 Gunnison, Colorado?

The following zip codes were used: 81230, 81231 and 81247

Who has the fastest internet service in Gunnison?

Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Gunnison.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Gunnison, Colorado.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Gunnison 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.