Internet Providers in Tucson, AZ

Over 7,864 people in Tucson found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

45% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Quantum Fiber

75.12% availability
Quantum Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

8 Gbps

User Review:

(2977)

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Fast Fiber internet for home or business

#3

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#4

Xfinity

85.15% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#5

CenturyLink

72.66% availability

Connection Types:

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

140 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#6

Cox

56.77% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2648)

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Take the Cox challenge. The Difference is Clear.

#7

Viasat

8.88% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#8

HughesNet

11.16% 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 Tucson, 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 Tucson

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Tucson, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $39.95 and $99/mo.

Xfinity cable internet is the next-best option in Tucson for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 1 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $50/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Tucson. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 3 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Tucson?

Quantum Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Tucson, AZ, with download speeds up to 8 Gbps and upload speeds up to 8 Gbps — available to 75.12% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
Quantum FiberFiber8 Gbps8 Gbps75.12%
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps45.00%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps85.15%
CoxCable / Television1 Gbps35 Mbps56.77%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps8.88%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone140 Mbps140 Mbps72.66%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps11.16%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Tucson?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Tucson starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
Quantum Fiber$50.00Up to 8 GbpsNoUnlimited
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Cox$50.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1.28 TB
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
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 Tucson?

Tucson has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

2.59%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

57.83%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 85.15%, Cox covers 56.77%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

72.61%

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. Earthlink 5G Home Internet leads at 86.10%. 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 Tucson residents.

Tucson, AZ - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Tucson, AZ has a total of 20 internet providers including  8 Fiber providers, 3 Cable providers, 6 DSL providers, 11 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Tucson, AZ by Coverage Area

All 20 internet providers serving Tucson by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 10 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Transworld Network Corp10 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless99.96%
2.Webhiway Communications10 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless99.53%
3.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
4.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone85.15%
5.Quantum Fiber8 Gbps8 GbpsFiber75.12%
6.CenturyLink140 Mbps140 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone72.66%
7.Simply Bits12 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless65.19%
8.Cox1 Gbps35 MbpsCable / Television56.77%
9.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber45.00%
10.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone11.16%
11.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone8.88%
12.Global Capacity6 Mbps~DSL3.21%
13.Bluespan Wireless100 Mbps20 MbpsFixed Wireless1.88%
14.eVolve Business Solutions3 Mbps3 MbpsFiber0.01%
15.Ponderosa Communications3 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
16.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
17.XO Communications~~DSL / Fixed Wireless~
18.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
19.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
20.Zayo Group~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Tucson?

Yes. Tucson 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

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

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 Tucson

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Tucson, 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 20 internet providers in Tucson, AZ. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, 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.

Quantum Fiber has the fastest speeds in Tucson, with a top download speed of 8 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 Tucson. 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. Tucson residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. 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 Tucson, 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 Tucson. 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 Tucson is 54 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 Tucson, AZ.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet, Xfinity, Quantum Fiber, CenturyLink, and Cox offer internet in Tucson, AZ.

  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Xfinity: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00+/mo.
  • Quantum Fiber: Offers speeds up to 8 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • CenturyLink: Offers speeds up to 140 Mbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Cox: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in Tucson

Dewhirst-Catalina Branch Library
15631 N. Oracle Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85739
(520) 594-5240
Dusenberry-River Branch Library
5605 East River Road
Tucson, AZ 85750
(520) 594-5345
Eckstrom-Columbus Branch Library
4350 E. 22nd St.
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 594-5285
El Pueblo Branch Library
101 W. Irvington Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 594-5250
El Rio Branch Library
1390 West Speedway
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 594-5245
Flowing Wells Branch Library
1730 W. Wetmore Road
Tucson, AZ 85705
(520) 594-5225
Himmel Park Branch Library
1035 North Treat Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85716
(520) 594-5305
Joel D. Valdez Main Library
101 N. Stone Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 594-5500
Kirk-Bear Canyon Branch Library
8959 East Tanque Verde Road
Tucson, AZ 85749
(520) 594-5275
Martha Cooper Branch Library
1377 N. Catalina Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 594-5315
Miller-Golf Links Branch Library
9640 E. Golf Links Road
Tucson, AZ 85730
(520) 594-5355
Mission Branch Library
3770 South Mission Road
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 594-5325
Murphy-Wilmot Branch Library
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 594-5420
Nanini Branch Library
7300 North Shannon Road
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 594-5365
Oro Valley Public Library
1305 W Naranja Drive
Tucson, AZ 85737
(520) 229-5302
Pima County Public Library
101 N. Stone Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85701
(520) 594-5601
Quincie Douglas Branch Library
1585 E. 36th St.
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 594-5335
Sam Lena South Tucson Branch Library
1607s. Sixth Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85713
(520) 594-5265
San Xavier Learning Center Library
1960 West Walk Lane
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 295-1025
Santarosa Branch Library
1075 South 10th Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85735
(520) 594-5260
Valencia Branch Library
202 West Valencia Road
Tucson, AZ 85706
(520) 594-5390
Wheeler Taft Abbett, Sr. Branch Library
7800 N. Schisler Dr.
Tucson, AZ 85743
(520) 594-5200
Woods Memorial Branch Library
3455n. First Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 594-5445

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