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

Steamboat Springs, Colorado Broadband Internet Service

Steamboat Springs, 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 Steamboat Springs. 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 Steamboat Springs 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	96.6%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	60.3%
3	Zirkel Wireless	wireless	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	100.0%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Steamboat Springs 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 Steamboat Springs 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 Steamboat Springs of 6.48 Mbps are slower than the Routt County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Colorado.

Steamboat Springs Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Routt County is 26.57 Mbps based upon 66736 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Steamboat Springs is 9.8% faster than the average in Colorado and 6.1% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Steamboat Springs is 6.48 Mbps. This is 0.8% slower than the Routt County average and 44.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 96.6% of the Steamboat Springs population
DSL internet is available to 100.0% of Steamboat Springs residents
DSL internet is available to 49.9% of the Routt County population

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 Steamboat Springs 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 Steamboat Springs, Colorado.

Who has the fastest internet service in Steamboat Springs?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Steamboat Springs.

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

The following zip codes were used: 80477, 80487 and 80488

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

Click through to see how the Steamboat Springs broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Commerce City, Dakota Ridge, Dillon, Gypsum, Lyons, Mead, Pagosa Springs

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Steamboat Springs - CenturyLink.

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 Steamboat Springs, Colorado?

Zirkel Wireless provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Steamboat Springs.

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.

Steamboat Springs 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.