Salt Lake City, UT Internet
Internet Providers in Salt Lake City, UT
Compare every internet provider in Salt Lake City, UT: 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 89% of the city, while its overall footprint reaches about 98%. If Utah Telecommunication Open Infrastructure Agency reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps reaching about 22% of the city. Where Xfinity does not reach, CenturyLink is the broadest backup, mostly DSL with up to 140 Mbps reaching about 18% of the city.
Local availability is a different story: Google Fiber dominates The Avenues, reaching about 81% of ZIP 84103, and leads Sugar House, Liberty Wells, ZIP 84102, and ZIP 84108 with fiber coverage ranging from about 76% to 94%. Utah Telecommunication Open Infrastructure Agency is especially strong in ZIP 84107, reaching about 85%, while it covers about 60% of ZIP 84101. Students near the University of Utah, Westminster University, or Salt Lake Community College South City Campus should check carefully, since apartment buildings and older copper infrastructure can differ from nearby homes, which matters for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T may fill gaps, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Salt Lake City, UT
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 86% of all internet options in Utah
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload86Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload83Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload74Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload68Our 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 Salt Lake City
Xfinity’s 2 Gig cable plan is available to about 89% of Salt Lake City, giving many shoppers a strong chance of qualifying for up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload service. With an 86/100 Speed Score, it is a solid cable option and performs above the city’s 65 average, though availability and pricing should still be confirmed 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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches nearly all of Salt Lake City, so most residents have a strong chance of getting service. Its cable plans are excellent for most modern households, with options up to 2,000 Mbps, although the fastest plan is available to about 89% of the city and other faster options depend on your address, so check availability before choosing.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: 8 Gig — faster than 95% of all internet options in Utah
- 8 GigFiber8,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$150Per month
- 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$125Per month
- 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload86Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$70Per month
Source: Google Fiber 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 Salt Lake City
Large households, serious gamers, and creators who need fast, responsive internet will find Google Fiber an excellent choice, with the 8 Gig plan offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways. Its 95/100 Speed Score is well above Salt Lake City’s 65 average, making it a top-tier option for demanding online use. Fiber availability depends on your address and reaches about 60% of the city for the 8 Gig plan, so confirm that this technology is offered at your home.
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 Google Fiber
Google Fiber is an excellent fit for households that stream heavily, work from home, game online, or have many connected devices, with fiber plans offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways. Its 1 Gig and 2 Gig plans reach about 61% of Salt Lake City, while the 5 Gig and 8 Gig options reach about 60%, so check your address to see whether these top-tier fiber choices are available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 8G — faster than 95% of all internet options in Utah
- Fiber 8GFiber8,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$165Per month
- Fiber 3GFiber3,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 2GFiber2,000 MbpsDownload86Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload75Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload74Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber 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 Salt Lake City
Fiber is an excellent choice for everyday use, with low latency and strong performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices. Quantum Fiber’s Fiber 3G plan offers up to 3,000 Mbps both ways for $70/mo and has a Speed Score of 95/100, above the city average of 65. Availability is address-specific, and this plan reaches about 11% of Salt Lake City, so confirm it is offered at your address before signing up.
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 Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, an excellent technology for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with up to 8,000 Mbps both ways on Fiber 8G. Availability depends on your address: Fiber 500 and Fiber 1 Gig reach about 58% of Salt Lake City, while the fastest plans are limited to about 7% to 11%, so check your address to see which strong fiber options you can order.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber Internet – up to 940 Mbps — faster than 75% of all internet options in Utah
- Fiber Internet – up to 940 MbpsFiber940 MbpsDownload75Our score$75Per month
- CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months (Paperless billing or prepay required; speed may not be available in your area)DSL100 MbpsDownload26Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink 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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salt Lake City
CenturyLink is a competitive choice in Salt Lake City, with a 75/100 Speed Score that is above the city average of 65. Its Fiber Internet plan is a top-tier option, offering up to 940 Mbps download and upload for $75 per month, but it is available to about 35% of the city, so your address determines whether you can get it. Where fiber is unavailable, the 100 Mbps DSL plan has limited performance compared to alternatives, with up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $55 per month.
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 CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a strong choice at addresses with its fiber service, but only an adequate option where DSL is the alternative. Fiber offers up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75 per month and is available to about 35% of Salt Lake City, while the DSL plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $55 per month and reaches about 36%, so check your address for fiber first because DSL may not be sufficient for busy modern households.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Utah Telecommunication Open Infrastructure Agency
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 98% of all internet options in Utah
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 Salt Lake City
Up to 10,000 Mbps download and upload supports demanding work, 4K streaming, gaming, and many connected devices at once. This symmetrical fiber plan is a top-tier option with a 98/100 Speed Score, but it reaches 22.4% of Salt Lake City, so availability depends on your specific 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 Utah Telecommunication Open Infrastructure Agency
Up to 10,000 Mbps both ways on fiber can comfortably handle large households, 4K streaming, remote work, gaming, and heavy uploads at the same time. It is an excellent option where available, but this plan reaches only about 22% of Salt Lake City, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
SenaWave
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 93% of all internet options in Utah
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 Salt Lake City
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, or multiple connected devices should find SenaWave’s fiber an excellent choice, with up to 2500 Mbps download and 2500 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 93/100. That top fiber plan is available across about 22% of Salt Lake City, so availability depends on your specific address, but where it is offered, it is a top-tier option.
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 SenaWave
SenaWave is a strong fit for homes with demanding needs such as remote work, gaming, and multiple simultaneous users, offering fiber with up to 2500 Mbps both ways and an excellent Speed Score of 93/100. The fastest plan reaches about 22% of Salt Lake City census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent, while SenaWave’s other fiber options have very limited reach and should be checked separately.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Beehive Broadband
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 77% of all internet options in Utah
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salt Lake City
At the monthly price shown, Beehive Broadband offers strong value with fiber speeds of up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload for both everyday use and demanding households. This fiber plan has a Speed Score of 77/100, above Salt Lake City’s 65 average and a competitive choice, but availability is limited to about 15% of the city, so confirm it reaches 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 Beehive Broadband
For the monthly price quoted at your address, Beehive Broadband offers strong value with up to 1000 Mbps both ways over fiber and a good Speed Score of 77/100. This excellent technology is address-dependent and reaches 15.3% of Salt Lake City, so check availability before choosing it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 77% of all internet options in Utah
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salt Lake City
Rise Broadband reaches 43.3% of Salt Lake City, so availability depends heavily on your address. Its fiber plan is a competitive above-average option at up to 1000 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 77 versus the city average of 65, but that technology reaches only a small portion of the city. Many covered addresses may instead see fixed wireless at up to 25/5 Mbps with a Speed Score of 7, so check your exact address and consider checking other providers first if fiber is unavailable.
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 Rise Broadband
Rise Broadband reaches about 43% of Salt Lake City, so availability is far from guaranteed. It offers excellent fiber with up to 1000 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload, but that option is available only at a small number of addresses, while the more widely available fixed wireless plan tops out at 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload and may be inadequate for busy households, so check for faster options at your address first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 68% of all internet options in Utah
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload68Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salt Lake City
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday home use, though performance can vary more than with wired connections. Its 68/100 Speed Score is above Salt Lake City’s 65 average, so it is a competitive option where available. This plan reaches about 80% of the city, but availability is address-dependent, so confirm that 5G Home service reaches your home 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 adequate for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though it may be less consistent than cable or fiber. This plan is available to about 80% of Salt Lake City, so check your address first, especially if you need reliably fast service for multiple heavy users, and note that the $60 monthly price requires Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid mobile unlimited plan.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 74% of all internet options in Utah
- 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 MbpsDownload74Our 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 MbpsDownload74Our 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 MbpsDownload74Our 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 Salt Lake City
Households wanting affordable internet for everyday streaming, work, and video calls should consider T-Mobile’s fixed wireless service, including up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload on the Rely plan for $35/mo. Its 74/100 Speed Score is above Salt Lake City’s 65 average, though fixed wireless is generally less consistent than fiber and cable. The Rely plan is available to about 66% of the city, and actual availability and performance depend on your address; the promotional price also requires qualifying credit, a postpaid voice line, and a new Internet line.
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 good fit for households that want reasonably fast home internet for streaming, video calls, and everyday use, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a good 74/100 Speed Score. The 500 Mbps options are available to about 66% of Salt Lake City, but service is address-dependent, so check your address first and compare faster fiber or cable choices if available, since fixed wireless can be less consistent for demanding use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 68% of all internet options in Utah
- 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 MbpsDownload68Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salt Lake City
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air buys you up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced option for everyday internet use. Its 68/100 Speed Score is above Salt Lake City’s 65 average, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired technologies and is available to about 47% of the city. Because availability and performance depend on your address, check whether this plan reaches your home before signing up.
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 $40 per month for the first 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, which is a reasonable value for everyday browsing, streaming, and smaller households, though its Speed Score of 68/100 is below average. This fixed wireless plan reaches about 47% of Salt Lake City, so availability and performance depend on your address, and you should check for faster fiber or cable options first if you need consistently strong service for multiple users, gaming, or heavy uploads.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Utah Broadband
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 74% of all internet options in Utah
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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salt Lake City
Utah Broadband may suit light-use households that mainly browse, email, and stream occasionally. Its best fixed-wireless plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 26/100 and availability across about 6% of Salt Lake City, so performance is limited compared with alternatives and checking other providers first is wise. The faster plan may not reach your address, and the 50 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload option has a Speed Score of 18/100 across about 17% 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 Utah Broadband
Utah Broadband may suit a light-to-moderate-use household that can get its fastest fixed wireless plan, offering up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, though that option reaches only about 6% of Salt Lake City. Fixed wireless is adequate rather than top-tier, so check for faster options first, especially since address-dependent availability may leave you with up to 50 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload or even 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not be enough for modern streaming, work, and video calls.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 74% of all internet options in Utah
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload74Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload55Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload26Our 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 Salt Lake City
Satellite internet can support streaming, work, and everyday browsing, with Starlink’s Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, though satellite connections typically have higher latency than wired services. Its Speed Score of 74/100 is above Salt Lake City’s average of 65, making it competitive, but satellite performance may be less consistent for gaming and other latency-sensitive uses. The Residential Max plan is available to 100.0% of the city, though address-level conditions still matter, so check what other connection types reach your home 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 Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, which can provide broad availability and solid everyday speeds, but its higher latency may be less ideal for competitive gaming or other real-time activities. Its Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a Speed Score of 74/100 and availability to 100% of Salt Lake City, while lower-priced plans offer up to 200 Mbps for $85 or 100 Mbps for $55; it is worth checking whether fiber or cable is available at your address first, since those technologies generally provide a better overall experience.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 74% of all internet options in Utah
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload26Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload18Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload7Our 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 Salt Lake City
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its satellite connection and 26/100 Speed Score offer limited performance compared with alternatives. Fusion is available to 100% of Salt Lake City, yet satellite latency can affect real-world responsiveness, and its score is below the city average of 65, so consider checking what else is available at your address first.
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
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite plans are below average for the state and may feel limited for modern households. Fusion is the best value for speed at up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, while Select and Lite cost less but offer up to 50 Mbps and 25 Mbps down respectively; since satellite is HughesNet’s option here, check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other alternatives before choosing it.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 77% of all internet options in Utah
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload23Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload16Our 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 Salt Lake City
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with the alternatives available in Salt Lake City, despite reaching 100.0% of the city. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 23/100, which is below the city average of 65. Both plans use satellite technology, so check what other providers can serve your specific address before choosing, especially if you need low-latency performance.
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 a fallback option in Salt Lake City, so check for faster internet before choosing it. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability across about 100% of the city, but its satellite technology and 23/100 Speed Score make it below average for modern streaming, gaming, and large households. Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month, so it may work for basic use but is generally not the best value where cable or fiber is available at your address.
Available Plans
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Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Salt Lake City
All 29 product lines from the 10 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 29 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload83Our score$100Per month~97.4%CoverageCable
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload86Our score$100Per month~89%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month~97.4%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload74Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload74Our score$45$55Per month~97.4%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload68Our score$40Per month~97.4%CoverageCable
- Google Fiber5 Gig5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$125Per month~60.3%CoverageFiber
- Google Fiber8 Gig8,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$150Per month~60.3%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload55Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload68Our score$60Per month~79.9%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Salt Lake City providers head-to-head
See how Salt Lake City’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Salt Lake City
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40 promotional pricing with 97% city reach.
Its 300 Mbps plan reaches about 97% of Salt Lake City, supporting shared streaming, classes, and video calls.
Check first: Confirm the address, because Xfinity's 2,000 Mbps tier reaches only about 89%.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Google Fiber 1 Gig at $70 promotional pricing, reaching about 61% of the city.
Fiber offers strong upload performance, while Google Fiber's 1 Gig plan reaches about 61% locally.
Check first: Verify fiber availability at your address, especially outside the strongest ZIP coverage.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose UTOPIA fiber up to 10,000/10,000 Mbps where available.
UTOPIA's symmetrical 10,000 Mbps tier reaches about 22% of Salt Lake City.
Check first: Its overall footprint is also about 22%, so availability is highly address-specific.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use CenturyLink as the broadest backup, with mostly DSL reaching about 96% overall.
CenturyLink covers about 96% overall, but its fastest common 140 Mbps DSL tier reaches only about 18%.
Check first: Do not assume the broader footprint includes faster DSL or fiber tiers.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Salt Lake City
Downtown Salt Lake City 84101
Utah Telecommunication Open Infrastructure Agency is currently the strongest option for Symmetrical gigabit-plus fiber.
UTOPIA's 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber appears across about 60% of ZIP 84101.
The Avenues 84103
Google Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber.
Google Fiber's 8,000/8,000 Mbps tier covers about 81% of The Avenues.
Liberty Wells 84105
Google Fiber is currently the strongest option for Broad fiber availability.
Google Fiber reaches about 94% of Liberty Wells with its 8,000/8,000 Mbps tier.
ZIP 84107
Utah Telecommunication Open Infrastructure Agency is currently the strongest option for Extensive symmetrical fiber.
UTOPIA's 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 85% of ZIP 84107.
Internet providers near Salt Lake City
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Salt Lake City, check the neighboring market directly.
Salt Lake City Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Salt Lake City, UT?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 89% of Salt Lake City. UTOPIA is faster where available, offering 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber across about 22%, so check your address before choosing it.
What is the fastest internet in Salt Lake City, UT?
UTOPIA is the fastest where available, with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 22% of Salt Lake City. Xfinity is the best overall choice, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 89%, but that top tier is not available throughout its footprint.
Which internet provider covers the most of Salt Lake City, UT?
Xfinity has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 98% overall, while its 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 89%. Satellite providers are available everywhere, but Xfinity is the broadest listed wired provider for households seeking higher speeds.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Salt Lake City, UT?
T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps is the cheapest plan at $35/mo promotional pricing for 400 Mbps, reaching about 66% of Salt Lake City. The rate requires a qualifying credit, postpaid T-Mobile voice line, and new Internet line, with a bundle.
Can I get fiber internet in Salt Lake City?
Google Fiber covers about 61% of Salt Lake City overall, with its 8,000/8,000 Mbps tier reaching about 60%; UTOPIA fiber reaches about 22%. Availability varies sharply by address, although Google Fiber leads in The Avenues, Liberty Wells, and Sugar House.
What internet speed do I need in Salt Lake City?
A 300 Mbps plan covers typical households, while Xfinity's 300 Mbps tier reaches about 97% of Salt Lake City. Larger shared homes, heavy streamers, and remote workers should consider fiber where available, including Google Fiber's 1,000 Mbps tier reaching about 61%.
Which internet provider is strongest in The Avenues?
Google Fiber covers about 81% of The Avenues with its 8,000/8,000 Mbps tier, making it the strongest listed option there. Check the exact address because ZIP-level coverage does not guarantee service at every home.
How We Analyze Internet in Salt Lake City
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 Salt Lake City report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Salt Lake City
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.