Internet Providers in El Mirage, AZ

Over 489 people in El Mirage found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

45% availability
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Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Offer: Upgrade to fiber starting at $39.95/mo

#2

CenturyLink

71.6% availability
CenturyLink logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

140 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#3

Cox

50.7% availability
Cox logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television
Speed up to:

300 Mbps

User Review:

(2648)

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Take the Cox challenge. The Difference is Clear.

#4

Viasat

96.38% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#5

HughesNet

98.66% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in El Mirage, AZ

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in El Mirage

EarthLink Fiber or CenturyLink might be available for you, and is often the best choice for speed and reliability, especially for video calls, cloud backups, and multi-user streaming. The best internet providers in El Mirage will depend on what is available at your address, but consider fiber internet first. If fiber is not available, look at cable internet and then 5G home internet. Fiber plans offer speeds up to 5 Gbps, with starting prices around $39.95/mo in many areas.

Cox provides cable internet and is the next-best pick in El Mirage, if fiber is not an option. Cable can deliver fast download speeds (up to 300 Mbps) and is more widely available, with plans starting at $50/mo.

CenturyLink wireless plans can be a strong alternative, if you want something plug-and-play, particularly if you are in a well-covered part of El Mirage. Pricing often starts around $50/mo, and speeds can reach up to 450 Mbps, depending on network conditions and location. If your address has limited options, CenturyLink or Viasat may be available in your area.

What is the fastest internet provider in El Mirage?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in El Mirage, AZ, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 45% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps45.00%
CoxCable / Television300 Mbps30 Mbps50.70%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps96.38%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone140 Mbps140 Mbps71.60%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps98.66%

What is the cheapest internet provider in El Mirage?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in El Mirage starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Viasat offers the next lowest price at $49.99/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Cox$50.00Up to 300 MbpsNo1.28 TB
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 140 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in El Mirage?

El Mirage has 4 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Cable

50.70%

Most widely available wired option. Cox covers 50.70%, Cyberonic covers 0.00%. Up to 300 Mbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

71.94%

CenturyLink, max 140 Mbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

100.00%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 71.60%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most El Mirage residents.

El Mirage, AZ - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

El Mirage, AZ has a total of 13 internet providers including  2 Cable providers, 4 DSL providers, 6 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in El Mirage, AZ by Coverage Area

All 13 internet providers serving El Mirage by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 7 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Phoenix Internet15 Mbps1 MbpsFixed Wireless100.00%
2.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone98.66%
3.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone96.38%
4.CenturyLink140 Mbps140 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone71.60%
5.Cox300 Mbps30 MbpsCable / Television50.70%
6.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber45.00%
7.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
8.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
9.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
10.Zayo Group~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~
11.XO Communications~~DSL / Fixed Wireless~
12.Cogent Communications~~Fiber~
13.Citynet Arizona~~Fiber / Other~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in El Mirage?

Yes. El Mirage residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Cox Communications Connect2Compete

$9.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Cox Communications Connect2Compete includes Wi-Fi modem & EasyConnect self-install.

Frequently Asked Questions about El Mirage

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in El Mirage, AZ, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 13 internet providers in El Mirage, AZ. Residents have a variety of service options, including cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in El Mirage, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in El Mirage. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. El Mirage residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Cox Communications Connect2Compete offers $9.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in El Mirage, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in El Mirage. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in El Mirage is 64 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in El Mirage, AZ.

HughesNet, Viasat, CenturyLink, Cox, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in El Mirage, AZ.

  • HughesNet: Offers speeds up to 100 Mbps starting at $74.99*/mo.
  • Viasat: Offers speeds up to 150 Mbps starting at $49.99/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 140 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Cox: Offers speeds up to 300 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in El Mirage

Maricopa County Library - El Mirage
14011 N. 1st Avenue
El Mirage, AZ 85335
(602) 652-3000

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