Internet Providers in Columbus, Ohio

Residential Internet Statistics for Columbus, OH
Internet Providers: 11
Internet Plans: 17
Fastest Speed Available: 1,000 Mbps
Average Plan Price: $57.33
Residential
  • Residential
  • Business
  • Mobile

Most Popular Internet Providers in Columbus, Ohio:

Showing 1 to 11 Providers

  • 1. 1. AT&T Internet
    99.3% Available
    99.3%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    940 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas. *See offer details.
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 910-0548

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Deal
    • Fiber
    • TV Bundles
    • Internet Plans: 5
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 4
    • Speed Range: 25-940mbps
    • Connection: IPBB and Fiber and Fixed Wireless
    • Installation: Up to $99 installation cost.
    • Price Range: $35 - $129.99
    • Contracts: None - None required
    Deal
    There are 2 active deals on select plans from this provider
  • 2. 2. Spectrum
    100% Available
    100%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    100 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (844) 901-2981

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Deal
    • Self Install
    • TV Bundles
    • Internet Plans: 3
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 6
    • Speed Range: 100-1000mbps
    • Connection: Cable
    • Price Range: $49.99 - $152.97
    • Contracts: None - None required
    Deal
    There are 4 active deals on select plans from this provider
  • 3. 3. T-Mobile Home Internet
    Available

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    100 Mbps
    Download
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (844) 918-3658

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 2
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 100-100mbps
    • Connection: Fixed Wireless
    • Price Range: $50 - $55
    • Contracts: None - None required
  • Quick Tip:

    To determine the best internet speed for your home, consider the number of smart phones, smart TV’s, tablets and computers you have.

    This table represents our recommendation:

    Number of Connected Devices
    Recommended Download Speed
    1-4
    50mbps
    5-9
    100mbs
    10-14
    300mbps
    15+
    900mbps
    Want a more personalized recommendation? Our experts are available to help: (855) 947-3388
  • 4. 4. WOW!
    87.4% Available
    87.4%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    50 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 929-4510

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Deal
    • Self Install
    • Internet Plans: 4
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 100-1000mbps
    • Connection: Cable
    • Price Range: $24.99 - $79.99
    • Contracts: None - None required
    Deal
    There are 4 active deals on select plans from this provider
  • 5. 5. Viasat
    100% Available
    100%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    100 Mbps
    Download
    3 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (844) 912-2812

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 4
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 12-100mbps
    • Connection: Satellite
    • Price Range: $64.99 - $249.99
    • Contracts: 2 Years - 2 Years required
  • 6. 6. HughesNet
    100% Available
    100%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    25 Mbps
    Download
    3 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (844) 902-3107

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 4
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 25-25mbps
    • Connection: Satellite
    • Installation: Standard installation is free.
    • Price Range: $39.99 - $149.99
    • Contracts: 2 Years - 2 Years required
  • 7. 7. EarthLink
    59.9% Available
    59.9%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    940 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 340-5973

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 5
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 7-1000mbps
    • Connection: DSL and Fiber
    • Installation: Includes shipping of modem and self-install kit.
    • Price Range: $49.95 - $99.95
    • Contracts: 1 Year - 1 Year required
  • 8. 8. Bresco Broadband
    65.5% Available
    65.5%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    50 Mbps
    Download
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (614) 469-9000

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fixed Wireless
  • 9. 9. Intelliwave
    2.9% Available
    2.9%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    25 Mbps
    Download
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 843-8773

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fixed Wireless
  • 10. BullsEye Telecom
    0% Available
    0%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1.5 Mbps
    Download
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (877) 438-2855

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 11. NCOOL.net
    0% Available
    0%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    25 Mbps
    Download
    3 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (419) 935-4288

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 3
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 5-25mbps
    • Connection: Fixed Wireless
    • Installation: Includes installation.
    • Price Range: $50 - $100
    • Contracts: None - None required
2 Residential internet providers are hidden due to low coverage in Columbus. See All
  • 1. 1. Spectrum Business
    99.7% Available
    99.7%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    100 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (844) 908-2522

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Deal
    • Self Install
    • Internet Plans: 3
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 100-1000mbps
    • Connection: Cable
    • Price Range: $64.99 - $149.99
    • Contracts: None - None required
    Deal
    There are 1 active deals on select plans from this provider
  • 2. 2. Agile Networks
    66.2% Available
    66.2%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    50 Mbps
    Download
    50 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (888) 494-0549

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 2
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 0-50mbps
    • Connection: Fixed Wireless
    • Price Range: $70 - $120
    • Contracts: 2 Years - 2 Years required
  • 3. 3. AT&T
    18.7% Available
    18.7%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    940 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas. *See offer details.
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 929-4570

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Deal
    • Fiber
    • Self Install
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 1
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 300-940mbps
    • Connection: Fiber
    • Price Range: $50 - $50
    • Contracts: 1 Year - 1 Year required
    Deal
    There are 1 active deals on select plans from this provider
  • 4. AT&T
    1% Available
    1%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    25 Mbps
    Download
    1 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 929-4570

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Self Install
    • Internet Plans: 1
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 25-25mbps
    • Connection: Fixed Wireless
    • Installation: Up to $99 installation fee applies.
    • Price Range: $70 - $70
  • 5. Cincinnati Bell Business
    0.6% Available
    0.6%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    250 Mbps
    Download
    100 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (513) 397-5675

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 1
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 0-250mbps
    • Connection: Fiber
    • Price Range: $59.99 - $59.99
  • 6. Verizon Business
    0.1% Available
    0.1%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    950 Mbps
    Download
    880 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (888) 573-0683

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 3
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 0-950mbps
    • Connection: Fiber
    • Price Range: $69 - $249
    • Contracts: 2 Years - 2 Years required
  • 7. 4. Agile Networks
    66.2% Available
    66.2%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    50 Mbps
    Download
    50 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (888) 494-0549

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 2
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 0-50mbps
    • Connection: Fixed Wireless
    • Price Range: $70 - $120
    • Contracts: 2 Years - 2 Years required
  • 8. 5. WOW! Business
    62% Available
    62%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    50 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 211-3876

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 9. 6. Crown Castle
    35.9% Available
    35.9%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (877) 653-0044

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 10. 7. Spectrum Business
    29.2% Available
    29.2%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    940 Mbps
    Download
    4 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (844) 908-2522

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 11. 8. CenturyLink Business
    23.9% Available
    23.9%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (844) 908-2560

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 12. 9. AT&T
    18.7% Available
    18.7%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    940 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas. *See offer details.
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 929-4570

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Deal
    • Fiber
    • Self Install
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 1
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 300-940mbps
    • Connection: Fiber
    • Price Range: $50 - $50
    • Contracts: 1 Year - 1 Year required
    Deal
    There are 1 active deals on select plans from this provider
  • 13. 10. Verizon Business
    9.5% Available
    9.5%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    950 Mbps
    Download
    50 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (888) 573-0683

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 14. 11. Independents Fiber Network
    8.9% Available
    8.9%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (800) 634-4032

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 15. 12. Windstream
    5.6% Available
    5.6%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 928-4462

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 16. 13. US Signal Company
    5.5% Available
    5.5%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 999-4741

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 17. 14. GTT
    4.5% Available
    4.5%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    8 Mbps
    Download
    3 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (877) 959-1597

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Copper
  • 18. 15. First Communications
    2.8% Available
    2.8%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1.5 Mbps
    Download
    1.5 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 421-5406

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Copper
  • 19. 16. Cincinnati Bell Business
    2.3% Available
    2.3%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    N/A
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (513) 397-5675

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 20. Fusion Connect
    1.1% Available
    1.1%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1.5 Mbps
    Download
    1.5 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (833) 532-0781

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Copper
  • 21. Tailwind
    0.5% Available
    0.5%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1.5 Mbps
    Download
    1.5 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (877) 884-6815

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: DSL
  • 22. Zayo
    0.1% Available
    0.1%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    1000 Mbps
    Download
    1000 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (855) 211-6307

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Fiber
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Fiber
  • 23. ICS Advanced Technologies
    0.1% Available
    0.1%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    100 Mbps
    Download
    100 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (515) 232-4453

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 0
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Connection: Copper
7 Business internet providers are hidden due to low coverage in Columbus. See All
  • 1. 1. AT&T Wireless
    100% Available
    100%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    10 Mbps
    Download
    3 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (844) 898-5296

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 2
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 0-10mbps
    • Connection: Mobile Broadband
    • Price Range: $50 - $75
  • 2. 2. T-Mobile
    100% Available
    100%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    10 Mbps
    Download
    6 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (800) 937-8997

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 3
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 0-10mbps
    • Connection: Mobile Broadband
    • Price Range: $60 - $85
    Deal
    There are 3 active deals on select plans from this provider
  • 3. 3. Verizon
    100% Available
    100%

    Available

    Speeds up to:
    10 Mbps
    Download
    3 Mbps
    Upload
    Set up new service: View Plans & Pricing (800) 922-0204

    Average wait time: 30s

    View Provider Details
    • Internet Plans: 2
    • Internet & TV Bundles: 0
    • Speed Range: 0-10mbps
    • Connection: Mobile Broadband
    • Price Range: $55 - $65
    Deal
    There are 2 active deals on select plans from this provider

Internet Buyer's Guide for Columbus, Ohio

Published by Annie Kim

Reviewed by Tyler Cooper and Julia Tanberk

Last Updated: September 16, 2021

If you’re moving to the city of Columbus, Ohio or you’re in the market for a new internet provider, this Internet Buyer’s Guide will lead you to the right plan for your needs. Our guide features internet providers that offer service to both residents and businesses with a variety of plans, speeds, and pricing options available.

Residential Internet Providers in Columbus, OH

Provider Starting Price Speed Range Type Of Internet Coverage Availability
Spectrum $49.99/mo. 100-1000 Mbps Cable 100% Cable
AT&T Internet $35/mo. 25-940 Mbps IPBB and Fiber and Fixed Wireless 99% IPBB and Fiber and Fixed Wireless
WOW! $24.99/mo. 100-1000 Mbps Cable 87% Cable
EarthLink $49.95/mo. 7-1000 Mbps DSL and Fiber 60% DSL and Fiber

The table above summarizes Columbus internet providers with the greatest coverage locally.

Fastest Internet Providers in Columbus, OH

Provider Maximum Speed Price Range
Spectrum 1000 Mbps $49.99-109.99/mo.
EarthLink 1000 Mbps $49.95-99.95/mo.
WOW! 1000 Mbps $24.99-59.99/mo.
AT&T Internet 940 Mbps $35-60/mo.

The providers above offer the fastest download speeds currently available to Columbus residents.

What type of internet is available in Columbus?

Internet users in Columbus have several options for internet service, including DSL, cable, fiber-optic, fixed wireless, and satellite:

  • DSL: DSL internet is one of the most affordable types in Columbus, offering moderate to high-speed internet with up to 100 Mbps download speeds and 20 Mbps upload speeds using the phone lines near your house.
  • Cable: Cable internet connects to the same coaxial cables that power cable TV, which makes it an excellent option for those who want to bundle internet, TV, and/or phone services.
  • Fiber-Optic: Among the fastest internet plans you’ll see in Columbus is fiber-optic internet, which provides speeds up to 1000 Mbps through glass fiber cables.
  • Fixed Wireless: Fixed wireless internet comes through radio waves signals using an antenna. This is a good option for residents who don’t have phone or cable lines, but it has limited coverage in Columbus.
  • Satellite: Similar to fixed wireless, satellite internet gets its signals from a dish on the exterior of your home. Satellite tends to have slower speeds than fixed wireless, but has 100 percent coverage area in the city. It’s best for rural users without many options for high-speed internet.

Not all areas in Columbus have access to each type of internet service listed above.

How do I find the cheapest internet option in Columbus?

There are currently 36 internet providers in Columbus, with 13 offering service to residents and 23 with internet plans for businesses. You’ll find some of the lowest-priced internet plans with speeds ranging from 3-1000 Mbps from WOW!, AT&T Fiber and AT&T Internet.

Cheapest internet in Columbus

  • WOW!—$24.99/mo. for up to 100 Mbps *
  • AT&T Internet—$35/mo. for up to 300 Mbps *
  • HughesNet—$39.99/mo. for up to 25 Mbps *
  • EarthLink—$49.95/mo. for up to 50 Mbps *
  • Spectrum—$49.99/mo. for up to 100 Mbps *
* Price is per month before fees for length of contract. Price may be a promotion and is not guaranteed. Review final price and terms before choosing an internet provider.

How Much Internet Speed Do I Need In Columbus?

As the home of many business owners, blue and white collar workers, college students, and families, Columbus residents and businesses require fast internet speeds. The internet speed you need varies with your typical daily tasks, but Columbus internet providers offer a range of internet speeds at affordable prices.
Several companies, including EarthLink Internet and Bresco Broadband, offer low-speed plans of 25 Mbps or more for light web browsing and one-device streaming. However, if you own and use multiple devices, stream high-quality videos, or work from a home office, you’ll likely need to take advantage of a 1000 Mbps plan, which companies like WOW! and AT&T Fiber provide to Columbus residents and businesses.

Below are the recommended download speeds based on frequent internet activities and the residential providers in Columbus that offer these speeds.

Recommended Speeds Type of Internet Activities Internet Providers in Columbus
25+ Mbps
  • Basic web browsing
  • Stream video on one device
  • Low lag online gaming
  • Ideal for 1-2 person household of light internet users
  • AT&T Internet
  • Viasat Internet
  • HughesNet
  • EarthLink
100+ Mbps
  • Competitive gaming
  • Heavy streaming
  • High-resolution video chat
  • No lag online gaming
  • Appropriate for smart homes
  • Ideal for 4+ household
  • AT&T Internet
  • Spectrum
  • T-Mobile Home Internet
  • WOW!
  • Viasat Internet
  • EarthLink
1000+ Mbps
  • Stream 4K video on multiple devices (i.e. Load Netflix show in HD in 5 seconds or download a 30 GB game in less than 5 minutes)
  • Gigabit performance
  • Ideal for home offices
  • Ideal for 4+ household of power internet users
  • AT&T Internet
  • Spectrum
  • WOW!
  • EarthLink

How do I find the fastest internet in Columbus?

Some of the fastest speeds in Columbus come from Spectrum, WOW!, and EarthLink Fiber, all of which have 1000 Mbps internet plans. Check with each provider to see if fiber-optic internet services are available in your area.

Should I bundle TV or phone service in Columbus?

Several internet providers in Columbus include bundled plans in their offerings for customers who want more affordable prices for internet, TV, and phone service, including Spectrum, AT&T Internet, and AT&T Fiber. Check with each provider to learn about the benefits they include with their bundled plans. These and other internet providers also have internet-only plans if you don’t need the extra services.

Bundled Cable Plans and Pricing in Columbus

Internet Providers in Columbus Services Price Range of Bundles
Spectrum Internet + Phone + TV $89.98-152.97/mo.
AT&T Internet Internet + TV $109.99-129.99/mo.

How can I compare the major internet providers in Columbus?

When shopping for a new internet provider in Columbus, there are a few important factors to consider in your search:

  • Price: The price you pay for your monthly internet service should fit comfortably within your budget, whether you need to supply your business office with internet or find an affordable high-speed plan for your family.
  • Speed: If you’re a student at Ohio State University who needs the internet for frequent research or a business owner in the central business district of Downtown Columbus, you’ll need to consider plans with reliable and fast internet speeds.
  • Data Caps: Find the average amount of data you, your family, or your business use each month from your current provider to help you determine how much data you need to avoid data caps that will restrict your usage.
  • Contracts: Many internet providers in Columbus require a minimum 1-year contract when you commit to a plan. Spectrum, however, has no-contract options that can save you from early cancellation fees should you need to move or switch providers.

What do I need to keep in mind when moving to Columbus?

Whether you’re moving to Columbus for a job transfer in the automobile industry or you’re planning to pursue a degree at Franklin University, you’ll benefit from understanding a few key factors that may influence your switch to a new internet provider.
If you find that your current internet provider is meeting your needs in terms of speed, reliability, and pricing, then you should consider checking to see if the provider covers your new area in Columbus. Transferring to a new provider may be necessary, but you’ll likely face early termination fees.
Early termination fees are common with internet providers that require contracts. In Columbus, you can expect early termination fees to range from $0-400. Take time to read through your current contract to determine what you might be responsible for if you need to cancel your plan. Some providers offer incentives to pay off your fees when you switch to one of their plans.
Consider how long you plan to stay in Columbus and your provider’s required contract length. Most internet providers in the city have contracts extending 1-2 years, which may not be ideal if you’ll be a short-term resident. Spectrum and AT&T Internet offer contract-free plans. Read your contract for information that can help you make a smooth switch between your old and new internet service.

Installation Fees in Columbus

Installation fees are often a cost you’ll need to consider when switching to a new internet provider. Self-installation is typically cheaper, or even free, than professional installation, but it won’t be an option with every provider. In Columbus, professional installation fees range between $0 to $99, but some providers waive these fees during promotions or when you bundle your internet with TV and/or phone services.

How much data do you need for your home or business internet in Columbus?

Considering your regular internet usage is necessary to determine how much data you’ll need with your new plan. Family households with multiple devices, students who use the internet for research and schoolwork, and businesses that rely on heavy internet usage likely need internet with high or no data caps. Spectrum and Viasat Internet, among others, offers plans with no data caps, while AT&T Internet has plans with data caps of at least 1 TB.

What are the most-connected neighborhoods in Columbus?

Columbus areas that have at least 4-5 internet providers to choose from mostly surround Downtown Columbus, including Bexley, German Village, and Grandview Heights. Most other areas of Columbus have coverage from at least 2-3 internet providers, with cable and DSL being the most available internet types. Spectrum and AT&T Internet are the leaders of the pack, with most Columbus residents and businesses choosing them for their internet needs.

Internet Providers in Nearby Cities

Internet Statistics for Columbus, Ohio

As the home of Ohio State University’s main campus and a leader in massive industries like auto and healthcare, the tech-forward city of Columbus is the 15th most-connected city in Ohio with an average download speed of 133.2 Mbps. As a result, Columbus edges out neighboring cities like ahead of Reynoldsburg, Hilliard, Grove City, Blacklick, and Groveport in terms of internet connectivity. Because Columbus has several internet providers with widespread coverage and broad price ranges to choose from for residents, students, and business owners, there are only about 2,000 people in the city who only have access to one or fewer wired providers.

Internet Statistics 2021

0.3% of consumers in Columbus

2,000 People Only have access to 1 or fewer wired internet providers available at their address.

This data is calculated from FCC datasets which providers are legally required to supply twice a year. We further validate this data for accuracy.

Columbus is the 15th most connected city in Ohio ahead of Reynoldsburg, Hilliard, Grove City, Blacklick, and Groveport.

The “Connected” metric is a citywide average based on FCC data showing the density of broadband options at the census block level.

Fiber Availability: 20% of people living in Columbus have residential fiber service available to them.

Fiber coverage data is sourced from FCC Form 477 filings and cross-validated through BroadbandNow with private datasets and direct provider reporting.

Approximately 100% of Columbus residents are serviced by multiple wired providers.

This coverage statistic is based on a mix of FCC and private provider reporting in the past two quarters.

As of this month, 43219 is the zip code with the fastest average download speed in Columbus.

Zip-based speed averages are calculated from M-Labs consumer speed tests run by IP addresses in the area.

Internet Provider Competition Map For Columbus

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Frequently Asked Questions About Internet in Columbus, Ohio

  • What is the cheapest internet service in Columbus?

    Currently, WOW! offers the cheapest internet plan in Columbus with its $24.99/month DSL internet service with speeds up to 100 Mbps. WOW! offers the cheapest high-speed internet plan with 100 Mbps for $24.99/month.

    Summary of Low-Priced Plans in Columbus, Ohio

  • What is the fastest internet in Columbus?

    Spectrum ($109.99/month) and WOW! ($59.99/month) are a few of the companies that have the fastest internet speeds, 1000 Mbps, in Columbus.

    Summary of some of the Fastest Internet Providers in Columbus, Ohio

  • Can I bundle TV and phone service with internet in Columbus?

    In Columbus, Spectrum, AT&T Internet, and AT&T Fiber have double and triple plays with internet, TV, and/or phone service ranging from $89.98/month-$152.97/month.

  • How many internet providers are in Columbus?

    Currently, Columbus has a total of 36 internet providers with coverage in the city.

  • How many residential internet providers service are in Columbus?

    There are 13 internet providers covering residential areas in the city of Columbus.

    Popular Residential Internet Providers in Columbus (Listed by Coverage)

  • How many business providers are in Columbus?

    The city of Columbus has 23 business internet providers. Below, we list some of the popular business providers based on coverage availability.

    Popular Business Internet Providers in Columbus (Listed by Coverage)


    Popular Enterprise Internet Providers in Columbus (Listed by Coverage)

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Last Updated 09/16/2021