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  • 2. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 38.9%
  • 3. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 40.4%
    Columbus speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • T-Mobile
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not available in all areas. Return each device undamaged or fee may apply. AutoPay discount requires bank account or debit card, otherwise $5 more/line/mo. May not be reflected on first bill. See Terms and Conditions (including arbitration provision) at https://fiber.t-mobile.com/legal/terms.
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 9.9%
  • 6. Mint Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 Mbps - 415 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 50.7%
  • 7. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 47%
  • 8. Mediacom
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 79.7%
  • 9. XNET WiFi
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 49.9%
  • 10. WOW!
    Speeds Up To
    1.2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 90.5%
    Columbus speed tests confirm high speeds for WOW!
  • 11. Starlink
    Speeds Up To
    350 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 12. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Popular Columbus Internet Deals

Provider Featured deal
AT&T Get up to a $300 Reward Card with purchase of AT&T Fiber! Redemption req’d.
Spectrum Get Spectrum Internet® with a free modem, free antivirus software and no data caps!
Viasat Get $30 off for your first 3 months! Price shown includes promotion; Get $30/mo. off for the first 3 months. For new customers only. You must mention this offer when ordering service to receive the discount.
Verizon Get a 43" Class QF QLED Samsung TV or Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G on us!
XNET WiFi Get unlimited data and Wi-Fi that works anywhere with XNET WiFi!

Columbus Home Internet Providers

Provider Plans starting at Speeds up to Connections
Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 2 Gbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Cable
Mint Mobile $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 133 Mbps - 415 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Mediacom $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
WOW! $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 1.2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
AT&T $34/mo Price is per month, plus taxes. Price after discounts: 20% off w/elig wireless svc. and $10/mo w/elig Autopay & Paperless bill. Discounts start w/in 2 bills. 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7 Gbps. Fiber, IPBB, 5G Internet
Verizon $35/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
EarthLink $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Hughesnet $39.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
XNET WiFi $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Viasat $69.99/mo Price shown includes promotion; Get $30/mo. off for first 3 months. For new customers only. You must mention this offer when ordering service to receive the discount. 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile $75/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 2 Gbps Not available in all areas. Return each device undamaged or fee may apply. AutoPay discount requires bank account or debit card, otherwise $5 more/line/mo. May not be reflected on first bill. See Terms and Conditions (including arbitration provision) at https://fiber.t-mobile.com/legal/terms. Fiber
Starlink $80/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 350 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

Best Internet Providers in Columbus, GA

The top internet providers in Columbus are WOW!, Mediacom and AT&T Fiber. WOW! is the best internet provider overall because they feature download speeds up to 1 Gbps and offer plans starting at $30 per month. Customers looking to get additional savings with WOW! can also add WOW! mobile powered by Reach Mobile or WOW! Home Phone for an even better deal.

Mediacom is another widely available internet provider in Columbus. Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1 Gbps for prices starting at $30 per month, and the provider operates on a cable connection similar to WOW! If WOW! isn't available in your neighborhood, Mediacom is a suitable alternative, especially as its Xtream WiFi360pro whole-home Wi-Fi service comes alongside each Mediacom internet plan.

The third-best provider in Columbus is AT&T Fiber, with symmetrical speeds up to 5 Gbps. AT&T Fiber's internet-only plans start as low as $34 per month, though the provider has a smaller coverage area than both WOW! and Mediacom. Customers enjoy AT&T Fiber for the frequent Visa Reward Card offers and the ability to add AT&T Wireless services with your internet plan for even more discounts.

Provider Why they're great Who they're great for
AT&T Fastest provider For customers with lots of devices and competitive gamers, AT&T Fiber provides the extreme speeds needed to handle heavy daily internet use.
Spectrum Cheapest provider Spectrum is ideal for budget-conscious shoppers looking for entry-level plans that offer reliable everyday connectivity at an affordable rate.
T-Mobile Symmetrical fiber speeds Content creators and remote professionals who rely on matching upload and download speeds for lag-free video calls will find T-Mobile Fiber perfect.
Verizon Excellent bundle savings Current Verizon wireless customers can slash their bills and maximize their savings by combining their mobile plan with Verizon 5G Home Internet.
Mediacom Generous sign-up perks Mediacom is a perfect fit for new customers wanting to maximize their first-year savings by taking advantage of valuable promotional offers.

Columbus Cheapest Internet Plans

Finding budget internet in Columbus is simple with Spectrum. Plans begin at $30 per month for download speeds up to 2 Gbps. This matches the $30 per month base rate of WOW!, the city's best provider. Mediacom is an alternative, offering deals from $30 per month.

Provider Plan name Price Speeds up to
Spectrum Spectrum Internet® Advantage $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 100 Mbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets.
Mint Mobile 3-month w/ Mint Phone Plan $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 415 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
Mediacom Internet 300 $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
WOW! Internet 300 $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan. 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
AT&T Internet 100 $34/mo Price is per month, plus taxes. Price after discounts: 20% off w/elig wireless svc. and $10/mo w/elig Autopay & Paperless bill. Discounts start w/in 2 bills. 100 Mbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7 Gbps.

Fastest Internet Providers in Columbus, GA

The fastest internet providers in Columbus are AT&T Fiber, WOW! and Mediacom. AT&T Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Columbus, with symmetrical speeds up to 5 Gbps. AT&T Fiber customers can customize their internet plan to their budget for the best overall value. And with the AT&T Wi-Fi gateway, you can manage your network and even find potential dead zones using the Smart Home Manager app on your phone.

The second-fastest ISP in Columbus is WOW! This provider boasts download speeds up to 1 Gbps, making it the fastest cable internet connection in Columbus. While cable internet upload speeds are not as fast, this connection from WOW! is still more than enough to keep large households happy with their choice of internet provider.

The third-fastest internet provider in Columbus is Mediacom, which provides download speeds up to 1 Gbps. If you don't live within AT&T Fiber or WOW! coverage zones, Mediacom is your next best choice. That said, with Mediacom, you may experience data caps, depending on which plan you choose.

Provider Speeds up to Connection type
AT&T 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7 Gbps. Fiber
EarthLink 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
Spectrum 2 Gbps Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Cable
T-Mobile 2 Gbps Not available in all areas. Return each device undamaged or fee may apply. AutoPay discount requires bank account or debit card, otherwise $5 more/line/mo. May not be reflected on first bill. See Terms and Conditions (including arbitration provision) at https://fiber.t-mobile.com/legal/terms. Fiber
XNET WiFi 2 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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What's a Good Internet Speed?

Internet speed Appropriate for Providers in your area offering this speed Availability in your area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat Internet
  • Mint Mobile
  • Verizon 5G Home Internet
  • Starlink
  • Hughesnet
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video, multiple devices, etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T Fiber
  • EarthLink Fiber
  • Spectrum
  • T-Mobile Fiber Internet
  • Mediacom
  • XNET WiFi
  • WOW!
90.4%

Internet Availability in Columbus, GA

Columbus is known as the Fountain City for all its water features, but the name is equally relevant when you consider the number of internet providers sprinkling the city with coverage. When it comes to internet in Columbus with extensive availability, you have your choice of providers such as WOW!, Mediacom, AT&T Fiber, and Spectrum.

Reaching more areas than any other internet provider in Columbus, WOW! spreads cable internet access to 90.4% of the city. If you live anywhere from Colonial Park in South Columbus all the way up to Highland Pines or toward the intersection of U.S. Route 27 and Route 80, you're likely to have access to WOW! internet service. If you commute to Columbus from across the Chattahoochee River on the west side of the city, however, you may not have access to WOW! because its services don't extend beyond the river.

If you're looking for an alternate cable internet provider in Columbus, you can also go with Mediacom or Spectrum. Mediacom offers more competitive coverage in Columbus, reaching 79.7% of the city, but Spectrum is also a contender with 40.4% coverage. Mediacom has some coverage gaps around Midtown, the East Highlands, and City Village, but its coverage elsewhere is pretty similar to what WOW! offers. Spectrum, on the other hand, is mainly bound by the areas between Baker Village in South Columbus, the East Lakes, and over to the neighborhoods surrounding Caroline Park.

If you want a fiber internet provider, you'll want to go with AT&T Fiber, which reaches 38.8% of Columbus. AT&T Fiber has some coverage around East Columbus, the Allison Estates, and Averett Woods, but its biggest draw is that it offers coverage west of Columbus toward Smiths Station, Ladonia, and other areas you may commute from. It's not all sunshine and rainbows, though, since AT&T Fiber is nearly nonexistent between 4th Street and the Columbus-Manchester Expressway.

Connection type Provider with most coverage Columbus availability Starting price
Satellite Hughesnet 100% $39.99/mo
Cable WOW! 90.4% $30/mo
5G Internet AT&T Internet Air 85.1% $65/mo
DSL AT&T Internet 71.1% $60/mo
Fixed Wireless XNET WiFi 49.9% $65/mo
Fiber AT&T Fiber 38.8% $34/mo

Columbus Internet Stats

Average internet monthly cost Available speed ranges Available price range Available connection types
$71.06 12 Mbps - 5 Gbps $30/mo - $235/mo 5G Internet, Cable, DSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless, Satellite

Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Columbus, Georgia

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Methodology

Our provider rankings rely on a rigorous, data-driven framework evaluating over 100 million rows of FCC data to bring transparency to local internet options. We track 8,000+ active plans from 2,000+ providers to cut through marketing jargon. We weigh technical factors against real-world experiences to match you with the best connections actually available at your address:

  • Tested Technology: We utilize a fiber-first ranking system, prioritizing high-performance, structurally sound technologies (like fiber and cable) over slower legacy connections.
  • Realistic Coverage: We filter out "ghost ISPs" with near-zero availability and actively flag providers that only cover a fraction of neighborhoods, ensuring you don't waste time on unavailable options.
  • Transparent Pricing: We track base rates and downgrade providers that rely on hidden fees or sudden price hikes, exposing the true long-term cost beyond initial marketing promotions.
  • Verified Speeds: We look beyond deceptive "up to" marketing claims to evaluate the actual download and upload speeds delivered, prioritizing the balanced, symmetrical performance necessary for seamless video calls and heavy streaming.
  • User-Driven Personalization: We don't just look at the tech; we look at what people actually prefer. By analyzing millions of local connections, user reviews on downtime, and validated J.D. Power scores, we tailor our rankings to highlight the providers proven to satisfy users in your area.

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