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

Best Rocky Ford Internet Service Providers

Rocky Ford, CO has a total of 4 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 4 internet service options in Rocky Ford. 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 Rocky Ford 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	99.8%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	CenturyLink	DSL	40 Mbps	5 Mbps	43.0%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Rocky Ford 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 Rocky Ford which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Rocky Ford compare to Otero County? The average speed in Rocky Ford is 23.69 Mbps which is slower than Otero County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Colorado average of 27.69 Mbps.

Rocky Ford Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Rocky Ford is 7.26 Mbps. This is 15.8% slower than the Otero County average and 37.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 82.7% of Otero County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 9.7% of Otero County residents
The average internet download speed in Otero County is 27.6 Mbps based upon 15056 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Rocky Ford is 14.4% slower than the average in Colorado and 26.9% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Rocky Ford is 23.69 Mbps based upon 2040 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Rocky Ford 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 Rocky Ford, Colorado.

Who has the fastest internet service in Rocky Ford?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 81067

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

Click through to see how the Rocky Ford broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Aetna Estates, Grand Junction, La Junta, Monument, Steamboat Springs, Stratmoor, Thornton

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Rocky Ford, Colorado population.

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 Rocky Ford, Colorado?

Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 99.8% of Rocky Ford.

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.

Rocky Ford 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.