Colorado
Whether you’re hiking in the Rockies, enjoying city life in Denver, or exploring small mountain towns under wide open skies, Colorado offers a vibrant lifestyle — and a broadband landscape designed to connect you to it all. With more than 100 internet providers serving communities across the Centennial State, residents have access to a mix of technologies from DSL and cable to fiber, wireless, and satellite.
Colorado ranks 28th in the nation for broadband availability, with about 91% of residents having access to broadband speeds of at least 100 Mbps download, keeping the state competitive nationally for high-speed internet coverage.
Here’s how the major internet technologies stack up across Colorado:
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DSL internet — Available in many towns and cities, DSL remains an accessible option in areas with existing copper infrastructure, though speeds are usually lower than newer technologies. (General provider data)
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Cable internet — Widely available across urban and suburban regions, cable broadband offers strong speeds that support streaming, gaming, and remote work. (General provider data)
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Fiber-optic internet — Fiber coverage continues to expand, with providers like Quantum Fiber serving roughly 58% of the population and other carriers such as CenturyLink also offering fiber in many areas.
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Fixed wireless & 5G home internet — Wireless solutions from local providers and national carriers help extend broadband where wired connections are limited, especially in rural or mountainous regions. (Industry trend)
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Satellite internet — Services like Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat provide coverage statewide, making it possible to get online even in remote parts of Colorado where wired broadband may not yet reach. (General provider data)
In major metro areas such as Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, and Boulder, fiber and cable options provide robust options for high-speed home internet, often with multiple providers competing for customers. In Denver, for example, popular providers include Quantum Fiber, CenturyLink, Xfinity, Spectrum, AT&T 5G Home, Verizon 5G Home, and satellite and fixed wireless options — delivering a mix of DSL, cable, fiber, and next-gen connectivity.
While overall coverage is strong, gaps remain: some rural and mountainous communities still lack access to reliable broadband infrastructure. State and federal initiatives are actively funding expansion projects and aiming to reach even more residents with high-speed internet, including ambitious goals to extend 100/20 Mbps service to nearly all households.
Whether you’re streaming ultra-high-definition content, powering a smart home, or remote working from the slopes or plains, Colorado’s diverse internet options help residents stay connected across the state’s dynamic landscapes.