DSL Internet Service Providers

DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) internet leverages existing telephone lines to deliver internet service, offering broad availability and affordability. It is available to over 209 million people, covering 62.6% of the U.S. population, and is provided by 69 companies. Its reliance on telephone infrastructure makes DSL a practical choice, especially in areas where other types of internet are not available.

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With more than 2,100 active internet service providers across the United States, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. Start by entering your zip code or city above, or visit our internet providers by address page to find the best options tailored to your exact location.

Largest DSL Internet Service Providers

These are the largest DSL internet service providers in the United States, ranked by the population they service. Click on each provider to view their availability.

Rank	ISP	Population Covered	Max Speed	Rating	Availability
1.		116,063,862	100 Mbps	3.27	Availability
2.		39,131,500	200 Mbps	2.98	Availability
3.		15,820,035	200 Mbps	2.63	Availability
4.		13,133,789	200 Mbps	2.88	Availability
5.		8,764,451	300 Mbps	3.05	Availability
6.		3,992,771	500 Mbps	3.57	Availability
7.		2,704,726	1,000 Mbps	3.00	Availability
8.		2,639,571	100 Mbps	N/A	Availability
9.		1,937,026	50 Mbps	N/A	Availability
10.		1,173,390	25 Mbps	N/A	Availability
11.		949,606	100 Mbps	1.00	Availability
12.		409,187	75 Mbps	N/A	Availability
13.		228,034	1,000 Mbps	2.00	Availability
14.		158,548	50 Mbps	N/A	Availability
15.		140,742	120 Mbps	3.50	Availability
16.		137,915	10 Mbps	N/A	Availability
17.		129,231	10 Mbps	4.00	Availability
18.		124,798	10 Mbps	N/A	Availability
19.		115,548	100 Mbps	2.00	Availability
20.		113,661	46 Mbps	N/A	Availability
21.		108,496	75 Mbps	N/A	Availability
22.		102,376	100 Mbps	N/A	Availability
23.		101,777	25 Mbps	N/A	Availability
24.		97,807	100 Mbps	N/A	Availability
25.		95,381	10 Mbps	N/A	Availability

While our database includes every provider in the United States, displaying them all in a giant table isn't practical. Instead, we've highlighted the top 25 providers. For more detailed research, we encourage you to search by your city or address.

Fastest DSL Internet Service Providers

These are the fastest DSL internet service providers in the US that service 50,000 customers or more. Compare their maximum available speeds, the speed weighted by customer access, and our customer speed ratings.

Rank	ISP	Max Download Speed	Weighted Max Download Speed	Speed Rating	Availability
1.		1,000 Mbps	1,000 Mbps	N/A	Availability
2.		1,000 Mbps	973 Mbps	3.57	Availability
3.		1,000 Mbps	919 Mbps	N/A	Availability
4.		300 Mbps	112 Mbps	3.38	Availability
5.		120 Mbps	102 Mbps	3.33	Availability
6.		500 Mbps	93 Mbps	3.75	Availability
7.		100 Mbps	70 Mbps	3.36	Availability
8.		200 Mbps	67 Mbps	3.28	Availability
9.		100 Mbps	62 Mbps	3.67	Availability
10.		100 Mbps	59 Mbps	N/A	Availability
11.		75 Mbps	56 Mbps	4.67	Availability
12.		100 Mbps	44 Mbps	N/A	Availability
13.		50 Mbps	41 Mbps	4.12	Availability
14.		200 Mbps	40 Mbps	2.86	Availability
15.		50 Mbps	39 Mbps	N/A	Availability
16.		75 Mbps	37 Mbps	3.36	Availability
17.		50 Mbps	31 Mbps	3.00	Availability
18.		200 Mbps	30 Mbps	3.53	Availability
19.		75 Mbps	28 Mbps	N/A	Availability
20.		100 Mbps	27 Mbps	N/A	Availability
21.		50 Mbps	27 Mbps	N/A	Availability
22.		46 Mbps	26 Mbps	5.00	Availability
23.		100 Mbps	26 Mbps	3.00	Availability
24.		75 Mbps	25 Mbps	N/A	Availability
25.		30 Mbps	25 Mbps	3.6	Availability

We excluded smaller providers from this list because most people aren’t interested in the fastest provider if the service isn’t widely available. For detailed results, please search by your city or address above. Interested to see how your current connection speed compares? Use our internet speed test tool to find out.

DSL Internet Speed and Performance

DSL internet's performance is modest, with a weighted maximum download speed of 62 Mbps and a weighted maximum upload speed of 12 Mbps. The maximum speeds can reach up to 2,500 Mbps for both downloads and uploads, but actual speeds often depend on the distance from the provider's central office.

DSL Internet Reliability

DSL is less likely to offer low latency, with 62.6% of service blocks maintaining latency under 100 milliseconds. It is the fastest available option for 2.8 million people, representing 1.3% of its coverage area. Despite these limitations, DSL remains a viable option for basic internet needs.

DSL Internet Customer Satisfaction

Customer satisfaction with DSL is consistent, with an average rating of 3.36 out of 5 based on reviews from 65 providers. This reflects the service's reliability and affordability, making it suitable for users with moderate internet requirements.