Mobile, AL Internet
Internet Providers in Mobile, AL
Compare every internet provider in Mobile, AL: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedXfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 11% of the city, while its overall footprint is about 87%. If AT&T reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 59% of the city.
Local results vary sharply: in ZIP 36602, Xfinity leads at about 48%, while AT&T fiber reaches about 21%. Old Dauphin Way Historic District is much more fiber-friendly, with AT&T reaching about 76%, and Midtown Mobile is even more concentrated at about 88% for AT&T. Spring Hill is mixed, with AT&T reaching about 51%, while ZIP 36607 is especially favorable for AT&T at about 91%; Oakleigh Garden Historic District still deserves an address-level check. Students near the University of South Alabama, Spring Hill College, and Bishop State Community College should verify their apartment building, since older copper or DSL infrastructure can make Zoom, streaming, and gaming less reliable. Fixed wireless is another option, with Verizon reaching about 52% of the city at speeds up to 300/20 Mbps and T-Mobile reaching about 22% at up to 100/20 Mbps, but coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address.
Best Internet Providers in Mobile, AL
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 95% of all internet options in Alabama
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload92Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload78Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload74Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan reaches about 87% of Mobile, giving many shoppers a strong chance of qualifying for service. Cable is a solid option for most households, and this plan offers up to 1,200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload with a 92/100 Speed Score, well above Mobile’s 66 average. The top-tier 2 Gig plan raises the score to 95/100 with up to 2,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, but it is available to only about 11% of the city, so your address determines which speed tier you can get.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches about 87% of Mobile, giving many shoppers a good chance of getting service. Its cable plans are excellent for most households, including up to 2 Gig where available and up to 1.2 Gig across about 87% of the city, with more affordable options from up to 300 Mbps. The fastest tiers are address-dependent, so check your exact address to confirm whether the higher-speed plan is available.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 96% of all internet options in Alabama
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload96Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload74Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload74Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
AT&T Internet 5 GIG costs $90/mo for 12 months and offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, making it a top-tier fiber option with a 96/100 Speed Score and a $150 reward card. That score is above the city average of 66. Fiber availability depends on your address: the 5 GIG plan reaches about 59% of Mobile, while AT&T Fiber 1 GIG costs $50/mo for 12 months and reaches about 64%, so verify which option is available before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
AT&T offers strong value, from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps fiber to $50/mo for up to 1,000 Mbps symmetrical fiber, while its $90/mo plan provides up to 5,000 Mbps both ways. These excellent fiber options are address-dependent, reaching about 64% of the city for the 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, and 1,000 Mbps plans and about 59% for 5,000 Mbps, while Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload in about 29% of the city and may be less suitable for demanding households.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Internet 300 — faster than 74% of all internet options in Alabama
- Internet 300$30/mo for the first 24 months, then $40/moCable300 MbpsDownload74Our score$30Per month
- Mediacom Internet 100 Mbps$30/mo for 12 monthsCable100 MbpsDownload21Our score$30Per month
Source: Mediacom Xtream official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
At $30 per month for the first 24 months, Internet 300 offers up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, making Mediacom Xtream a solid cable option with a Speed Score of 74/100, above Mobile’s city average of 66. That plan is available to 22% of the city, and the introductory price rises to $40 per month after 24 months. Availability depends on your address, and the 100 Mbps cable plan reaches the same 22% of the city but has a much lower Speed Score of 21/100.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Mediacom Xtream
At $30 per month, Mediacom Xtream offers good value with up to 300 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload on its Internet 300 cable plan, with a $30 monthly price for the first 24 months before it rises to $40. Cable is a strong choice for most households, but availability is address-dependent and reaches about 22% of the city, while the alternative 100 Mbps plan offers lower speeds, so check your address for the faster option first.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Cspire
Speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 99% of all internet options in Alabama
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
Cspire’s fiber reaches just 1.0% of Mobile, so most shoppers have a low chance of finding it at their address. Where available, its up to 8,000 Mbps download and upload service earns a 99/100 Speed Score, making it a top-tier option, but confirm that this fiber plan serves your specific location.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Cspire
C Spire reaches about 1% of Mobile, so most shoppers will have limited odds of getting its service. Where available, its fiber plan is an excellent choice, offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways, but availability is highly address-dependent, so check your exact address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Brightspeed Internet up to 100 Mbps — slower than 79% of all internet options in Alabama
- Brightspeed Internet up to 100 Mbps$65/mo for 12 months (qualifying Fiber Brightspeed customers; new customers for reward card) · $250 Reward CardDSL100 MbpsDownload21Our score$65Per month
Source: Brightspeed official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
Brightspeed’s up to 100 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload can handle basic browsing, streaming, and smaller households, but its 21/100 Speed Score is well below Mobile’s 66 city average. This DSL plan is available to 0.1% of the city and offers limited performance compared to alternatives, so consider checking other providers first at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Brightspeed
With speeds up to 100 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, Brightspeed can handle everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls for a small household, but it may feel limiting for heavier use or multiple users. This DSL option has a below-average Speed Score of 21/100 and is available to only about 0% of Mobile, so check your address for faster internet options first. નોંધ
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 74% of all internet options in Alabama
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload74Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
5G fixed wireless is an adequate choice for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with speeds of up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload. Verizon’s 74/100 Speed Score is above Mobile’s city average of 66, but fixed wireless performance can vary by location, and this plan reaches about 54% of the city, so confirm availability at your address before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and typical household use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. It has a Speed Score of 74/100 and is available to about 54% of Mobile, so check your address first, especially since Verizon does not list a fiber or cable option here and this fixed wireless connection may not meet the needs of very heavy users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 78% of all internet options in Alabama
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload78Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload78Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload78Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
Households looking for everyday streaming, video calls, and browsing can consider T-Mobile’s fixed wireless service, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 78/100, above Mobile’s city average of 66. Fixed wireless can be adequate for many homes but may be more affected by signal and congestion than wired options, so compare any fiber or cable service available at your address. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 48% of the city, making address-level eligibility important.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a solid fit for households that want reasonably fast everyday service, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 78/100. This is adequate rather than top-tier technology, and availability is address-dependent, with these plans reaching about 48% of Mobile, so check your address before counting on service and compare fiber or cable alternatives if available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 78% of all internet options in Alabama
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload78Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload58Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
Starlink’s satellite connection can handle streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, but its higher latency may be noticeable for fast-paced gaming and other real-time uses. The Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 78/100, above Mobile’s city average of 66, and is available to 100.0% of the city.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink broad availability across Mobile, with up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. It is a useful option where wired service is unavailable, though you should check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies are generally better for modern, high-demand use; Starlink’s plans are available to 100.0% of the city.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in Alabama
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload15Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload6Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 21/100 Speed Score is below Mobile’s city average of 66. Satellite technology generally has more limitations and higher latency than wired alternatives, so consider checking what else is available at your address before choosing it. HughesNet’s Select and Lite plans cost $49.99 and $39.99 per month for the first 12 months, respectively, but provide lower speeds and scores of 15/100 and 6/100.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99/mo for Lite with up to 25 Mbps down and 3 Mbps up, $49.99/mo for Select with up to 50 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, or $94.99/mo for Fusion with up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, with higher rates after the first 12 months. These satellite plans can be a useful fallback for basic browsing, but their below-average performance and latency may frustrate households with modern needs, so check your address for faster cable or fiber options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 80% of all internet options in Alabama
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload20Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload15Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Mobile
Viasat is a basic-use satellite option, but its performance is limited compared with alternatives in Mobile. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 20/100, while the provider’s score is below the city average of 66. Both satellite plans reach 100% of Mobile, though satellite’s higher latency can affect video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities, so check what other technologies are available at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly an adequate fallback, not a first choice for demanding modern internet use, because its satellite plans offer below-average speeds and can have high latency. Viasat Essentials is the faster option at up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month; both are available to 100% of Mobile, but you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Mobile
All 25 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 25 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload92Our score$100Per month~87%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload78Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~87%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload78Our score$45$55Per month~87%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload74Our score$40Per month~87%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload58Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- AT&TAT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward card5,000 MbpsDownload96Our score$90Per month~58.6%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward card1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~63.6%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward card500 MbpsDownload78Our score$50Per month~63.6%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward Card300 MbpsDownload74Our score$35Per month~63.6%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Mobile providers head-to-head
See how Mobile’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Mobile
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40 promotional starting rate, reaching about 87% of Mobile.
Its broad cable footprint supports shared streaming, coursework, and video calls across most of Mobile.
Check first: Confirm service at your address, especially around Bishop State Community College.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 300Mbps for $35 promotional starting rate, reaching about 64% of Mobile.
Fiber offers symmetrical 300 Mbps service where available, supporting dependable uploads and video meetings.
Check first: Fiber availability is address-specific despite AT&T's roughly 94% overall footprint.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose AT&T Internet 5 GIG where available, reaching about 59% of Mobile.
Its 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber tier provides the city's fastest listed service where installed.
Check first: Do not assume 5 GIG reaches every AT&T-served address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55 promotional starting rate, available everywhere in Mobile.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan reaches every address, including locations lacking wired broadband options.
Check first: Satellite availability is broad, but verify performance expectations for your household.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Mobile
ZIP 36607
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber service.
AT&T fiber reaches about 91% of ZIP 36607, with 5,000/5,000 Mbps listed.
Midtown Mobile 36606
AT&T is currently the strongest option for High-speed home internet.
AT&T fiber reaches about 88% of Midtown Mobile, while Xfinity reaches about 8%.
Old Dauphin Way Historic District 36604
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fiber-heavy coverage.
AT&T's 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 76% of ZIP 36604.
ZIP 36601
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity's 1,200 Mbps cable tier reaches about 55% of ZIP 36601.
Downtown Mobile 36602
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Cable availability.
Xfinity's 1,200 Mbps cable tier reaches about 48% of Downtown Mobile, while AT&T fiber reaches about 21%.
Internet providers near Mobile
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Mobile, check the neighboring market directly.
Mobile Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Mobile, AL?
Xfinity is Mobile's best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 11% of the city. AT&T is faster where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber to about 59% of Mobile, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Mobile, AL?
AT&T is fastest where available, with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 59% of Mobile. Xfinity is the best overall provider, and its 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 11%, making AT&T the faster choice only when its fiber reaches your address.
Which internet provider covers the most of Mobile, AL?
AT&T covers about 94% of Mobile overall, the largest non-satellite footprint among the 10 listed providers. Satellite services are available everywhere, but AT&T offers the broadest wired and fixed-wireless provider footprint for address-level shopping.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Mobile, AL?
Mediacom Xtream Internet 300 costs $30 promotional starting rate for 300 Mbps and reaches about 22% of Mobile, with that price applying for the first 24 months. It is the city's cheapest listed plan, but availability is limited to its local footprint.
Can I get fiber internet in Mobile?
AT&T fiber reaches about 64% of Mobile, while Cspire fiber reaches about 1%, so fiber is available at many but not all addresses. AT&T Fiber 300Mbps costs a $35 promotional starting rate and reaches about 64% of the city.
What internet speed do I need in Mobile?
A 300 Mbps plan covers common households, while 1,000 Mbps or faster suits heavy streaming, gaming, and simultaneous users. Xfinity 300 Mbps reaches about 87% of Mobile, while AT&T's 1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 64%.
Is fast fiber internet available in Midtown Mobile?
AT&T 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 88% of Midtown Mobile's ZIP 36606. That makes Midtown Mobile one of the strongest local areas for high-speed fiber, though individual addresses still require confirmation.
How We Analyze Internet in Mobile
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Mobile report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Mobile
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.