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| Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| Cox | $29.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.135% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 83% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
PhoenixInternet  | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.91%
2 providers - 94.96%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Sun City is slightly higher than the rest of Arizona - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Sun City area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Sun City residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 9.080% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 8.970% of those living in Sun City.
There are four internet providers serving the Sun City area, and 94.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Sun City's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Cox | 151 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 7 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| CenturyLink | 43 Mbps | 18 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Sun City.
The largest internet providers in Sun City are Cox, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Sun City.
Cable internet from Cox is available to nearly all Sun City residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 83% of the area. Sun City’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Sun City residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Sun City covering 98% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sun City residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Sun City, $48.33.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sun City, $1.73.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Sun City. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sun City's providers, 488 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Sun City covering 83% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Sun City to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sun City, $48.33.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sun City, $1.73.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Sun City. These download speeds are available to 83% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sun City's providers, 488 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Sun City covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Sun City where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Sun City, $48.33.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sun City, $1.73.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Sun City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sun City's providers, 488 Mbps.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in Sun City with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Sun City. The next fastest internet provider in Sun City is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 0.135% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Sun City with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sun City, $48.33.
Cox is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Sun City, covering 0.135% of the city.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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