Internet shopping is a stressful process, but all the efforts pay off when you find the perfect internet service provider (ISP) for your home. However, an internet provider coverage check might bring you back to the starting point.

An ISP that serves your state may not necessarily offer services in your particular neighborhood. And so, we’ll show you how to check ISP availability without leaving room for disappointment.

What Internet Providers Serve My Area?

Rather than browsing internet providers operating in your state, try searching broadband availability by address or zip code.

Once you have a list of ISPs serving your zip code, you can begin narrowing down the list from there. Compare your options and pick the one that offers the best value.

You can opt for a more tailored search if you fully understand your internet requirements. Rather than looking at internet providers, compare internet plans (from different ISPs) that meet your criteria.

How to Check ISP Availability in My Area?

If you have your heart set on a particular internet provider, you may confirm service availability at the source. Most ISPs have an “availability page” on their website or a dedicated section on their home page.

You can type in your address or zip code to find out if or which of their internet plans are available to you. If you’re looking for a shortcut, you can check availability for major ISPs in the US from here:

Xfinity logo

Serving in 41 states

Plans staring at $55/mo.1

CHECK AVAILABILITY

att logo

Serving in 21 states

Plans staring at $55/mo.2

CHECK AVAILABILITY

optimum logo

Serving in 21 states

Plans staring at $40/mo.3

CHECK AVAILABILITY

Spectrum logo

Serving in 41 states

Plans staring at $30/mo.4

CHECK AVAILABILITY

Cox logo

Serving in 19 states

Plans staring at $55/mo.5

CHECK AVAILABILITY

Disclaimers:

1- For 60 mos., no term contract. Taxes and equipment not included. Incl. up to $10/mo. auto-pay & paperless bill discount. See Broadband Facts: https://www.xfinity.com/broadband-labels
2- plus taxes.
Eligible Autopay & Paperless Bill req’d. *
*Price after $10/mo discount with eligible Autopay & Paperless bill (w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. One time install chrg may apply. Ltd. avail/areas. See Details
See Broadband Facts: www.att.com/dapbbfacts
3- w/ $10 ACH Autopay discount for Internet and/or Video services. In select markets only.
4- for 1 year*
*See Offer Details for terms and conditions.
5- For 24 mos.

Note: Most ISPs have service coverage maps on their websites; you may look them up from a search engine of your choice. Furthermore, you can use third-party tools such as the FCC National Broadband Map and InMyArea to view broadband availability in your area.

How Coverage Affects Speed & Price

The internet tends to be more expensive in areas that have limited broadband coverage. This generally includes rural and remote locations, with a low population density and challenging topography. Building internet infrastructure in these areas is expensive, and demand for services is low.

In contrast, urban areas are densely populated and have plentiful internet options, which raises competition between ISPs. The widespread coverage of broadband services in these areas, alongside high demand, makes way for cheaper pricing; however, speeds can be slower due to higher network traffic.

Questions to Ask the Internet Provider Before Signing Up

Now that we’ve got availability concerns out of the way, let’s talk about other things you need to think through before signing up with an internet provider. I’m sure you’ve already sorted out most of these essentials, so consider it a checklist:

  1. Do I have to sign a contract, or can I pay month-to-month?
  2. What are the terms and conditions of an agreement?
  3. What happens if I cancel the service?
  4. Do you have a money-back guarantee or free trial?
  5. Do you charge early termination and late payment fees?
  6. Does my plan include unlimited data?
  7. What is the cost of installation/setup and service activation?
  8. Do you have a free self-install option?
  9. What is the total monthly cost of my internet plan (including equipment rentals, taxes, and other hidden fees)?
  10. What is the protocol for resolving issues with the internet?
  11. Do you have any bundle deals?
  12. How much will my internet plan cost after the promotional period?

FAQs

How can I find the best internet provider in my area?

Start by checking internet options near you and then compare plans (speeds, pricing, and overall value). You can then compare customer reviews for each internet provider and determine which one is more reliable.

How to check internet provider coverage?

You can look up your internet provider’s service coverage map or check on third-party websites, such as the FCC's Broadband Map.

How to check ISP availability in my area?

You can use our local ISP search tool to find internet options near you by providing your area zip code.