Internet Providers in Salt Lake City, UT

Over 2,840 people in Salt Lake City found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

27% 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

CenturyLink

70.7% 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

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

#4

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#5

Xfinity

86.35% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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#6

Viasat

66.44% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#7

HughesNet

76.76% 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 Salt Lake City, UT

#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 Salt Lake City

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City 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.

CenturyLink 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Salt Lake City. 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 Salt Lake City?

Quantum Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Salt Lake City, UT, 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 Gbps27.00%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps86.35%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps66.44%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone140 Mbps140 Mbps70.70%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps76.76%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Salt Lake City?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Salt Lake City 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
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 Salt Lake City?

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

Fiber

25.79%

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

Cable

31.91%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 86.35%, Cyberonic covers 0.00%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

65.69%

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

5G Wireless

83.77%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 70.70%. 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 Salt Lake City residents.

Salt Lake City, UT - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Salt Lake City, UT has a total of 20 internet providers including  10 Fiber providers, 2 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers, 9 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Salt Lake City, UT by Coverage Area

All 20 internet providers serving Salt Lake City 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.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone86.35%
2.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
3.JAB Broadband15 Mbps3 MbpsFixed Wireless83.77%
4.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone76.76%
5.Quantum Fiber8 Gbps8 GbpsFiber75.12%
6.CenturyLink140 Mbps140 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone70.70%
7.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone66.44%
8.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber27.00%
9.Utopia Internet1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber6.61%
10.Veracity Networks1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber6.57%
11.Global Capacity6 Mbps~DSL2.72%
12.Catapulsion3 Mbps~Fixed Wireless0.13%
13.Vivint Wireless50 Mbps50 MbpsFixed Wireless0.02%
14.eVolve Business Solutions3 Mbps3 MbpsFiber0.02%
15.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
16.Syringa Networks~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~
17.Cogent Communications~~Fiber~
18.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
19.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
20.XO Communications~~DSL / Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Salt Lake City?

Yes. Salt Lake City 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salt Lake City

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Salt Lake City, UT, 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 Salt Lake City, UT. 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 Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City. 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. Salt Lake City residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. 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 Salt Lake City, 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 Salt Lake City. 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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City, UT.

Xfinity, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, HughesNet, Quantum Fiber, and CenturyLink offer internet in Salt Lake City, UT.

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Free wireless internet access points in Salt Lake City

Murray Public Library
166 East 5300 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
(801) 264-2574
Salt Lake City Public Library
210 East 400 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
(801) 524-8200
Salt Lake City Public Library - Anderson-Foothill
1135 South 2100 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
(801) 594-8611
Salt Lake City Public Library - Chapman
577 South 900 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84104
(801) 594-8623
Salt Lake City Public Library - Corinne And Jack Sweet
455 F Street (9th Avenue)
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
(801) 594-8651
Salt Lake City Public Library - Day-Riverside
1575 West 1000 North
Salt Lake City, UT 84116
(801) 594-8632
Salt Lake City Public Library - Sprague
2131 South 1100 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
(801) 594-8640
Salt Lake County Library - Calvin S. Smith Library
810 East 3300 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
(801) 943-4636
Salt Lake County Library - Columbus Library
2530 South 500 East
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
(801) 943-4636
Salt Lake County Library - Holladay Library
2150 East Murray-Holladay Rd
Salt Lake City, UT 84117
(801) 943-4636
Salt Lake County Library - Hunter Library
4740 West 4100 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84120
(801) 943-4636
Salt Lake County Library - Kearns Library
5350 South 4220 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84118
(801) 943-4636
Salt Lake County Library - Taylorsville Library
4870 South 2700 West
Salt Lake City, UT 84118
(801) 943-4636
Salt Lake County Library - West Valley Library
2880 West 3650 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84119
(801) 943-4636
Salt Lake County Library - Whitmore Library
2197 East Fort Union Boulevard
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 943-4636
Salt Lake County Library System
2197 East Fort Union Blvd.
Salt Lake City, UT 84121
(801) 943-4636

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