Internet providers in Erie, Colorado 80516
ZIP code 80516 is in Erie, Weld County, Colorado. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Erie 80516: local snapshot
About 97% of the 12,960 households in 80516 have a broadband subscription, 4 points above the Colorado average of 93%. That ranks 80516#57 of 459 ZIP codes in Colorado for broadband adoption. Very few households (3%) are offline, suggesting internet service is widely used in this area.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Erie, Colorado
Share of residential locations in Erie where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 99%+ | |
| 2 | CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber | Fiber, DSL | 92% | |
| 3 | JAB Wireless | Fixed wireless | 86% | |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 82% | |
| 5 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 65% | Check availability |
| 6 | Allo Communications | Fiber | 58% | |
| 7 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 25% | Check availability |
| 8 | Smiling J | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 8% | |
| 9 | Live Wire Networks | Fixed wireless | 6% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Erie?
Fiber is widely available: about 79% of locations in Erie can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 92% of locations. DSL is still reported for about 34% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 96% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Erie that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Erie 80516
Xfinity reports service to the most residential locations in Erie, about 100%. 6 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Xfinity, CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber, JAB Wireless, T-Mobile Home Internet, Verizon, and Allo Communications), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Allo Communications (58%). JAB Wireless and T-Mobile Home Internet offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
The median age of residents is 37.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Erie?
Yes, in part. About 79% of residential locations in Erie can get fiber, 86% can get cable, and about 92% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Erie?
Xfinity reports service to about 100% of residential locations in Erie, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Erie?
9 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Erie, and 6 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Erie?
Fiber providers reporting service in Erie include Allo Communications (58% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Erie 80516?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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