Best Internet Providers in Dolores County, CO
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Dolores County, CO
Dolores County has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in Dolores County.
Ranks compare Dolores County with the 64 Colorado counties.
The Best Internet in Dolores County, CO at a Glance
Dolores County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
CenturyLink
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Emery Telcom
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Fiber
Farmers Telephone Company
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Fiber
DSL
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EarthLink
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Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Dolores County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Dolores County, CO?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Dolores County based on 21 Colorado customer reviews, and Emery Telcom has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Dolores County?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Dolores County
- Emery Telcom - fiber coverage map
- Farmers Telephone Company - fiber coverage map
- Star Communications - fiber coverage map
- Nimbus Solutions - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Farmers Telephone Company - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- River Canyon Wireless - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Farmers Telephone Company - dsl coverage map
How Dolores County Compares to the Rest of Colorado
Dolores County's report card score is tied 47th of 64 and its connectivity index is tied 55th of 64.
| Measure | Dolores County | Rank among Colorado counties | Colorado | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 79.4% | 12th of 64 | 63.2% | 71.5% | Delta County (99.4%) |
| Average top speed | 849 Mbps | 45th of 64 | 3,263 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Larimer County (7,506 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 4.3 | Tied 51st of 64 | 7.3 | 7.1 | Elbert County (8.6) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 1.9 | Tied 58th of 64 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Crowley County (3.6) |
| Workers who work from home | 17% | Tied 27th of 64 | 21% | 15% | Boulder County and Broomfield County and 2 more (31%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 95% | Tied 33rd of 64 | 97% | 96% | San Juan County and Summit County (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 81% | 62nd of 64 | 94% | 91% | Douglas County and Summit County (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 52% | Tied 54th of 64 | 81% | 76% | Douglas County (90%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 80% | Tied 34th of 64 | 88% | 81% | San Juan County (99%) |
| Median household income | $65,460 | 47th of 64 | $109,874 | $93,246 | Douglas County ($159,403) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 8% | Tied 59th of 64 | 16% | 16% | Boulder County (22%) |
Fiber reaches 79.4% of homes in Dolores County, against 63.2% across Colorado. Households in Dolores County are smaller than the US average (1.9 people against 2.7); 17% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $65,460 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Dolores County Compares to Its Neighbors
Dolores County has 5 neighbors, 1 of them in Utah. Among them, San Juan County has the most homes with fiber (92.2%) and Montezuma County the fewest (42.7%); Dolores County has 79.4%.
Map of Dolores County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Dolores County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dolores County (this page) | 2,326 | 79.4% | 849 Mbps | 4.3 | C- | 31/100 |
| La Plata County | 55,638 | 46.5% | 2,150 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 50/100 |
| Montezuma County | 25,849 | 42.7% | 1,121 Mbps | 7.8 | C+ | 37/100 |
| San Juan County, UT | 14,518 | 54.4% | 585 Mbps | 3.4 | D+ | 37/100 |
| San Miguel County | 8,072 | 56.6% | 789 Mbps | 3.8 | D+ | 44/100 |
| San Juan County | 705 | 92.2% | 960 Mbps | 4.8 | C+ | 47/100 |
Internet in Dolores County by City and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Dolores County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dove Creek | 1,482 | 80.6% | 830 Mbps | 5.2 | C | 31/100 |
| Cahone | 352 | 78.7% | 832 Mbps | 2.9 | D+ | 36/100 |
| Rico | 329 | 90.0% | 937 Mbps | 1 | C- | 40/100 |
| Dunton | 51 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 29/100 |
ZIP codes in Dolores County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81324 (Dove Creek) | 1,699 | 77.5% | 811 Mbps | 5.2 | C | 30/100 |
| 81332 (Rico) | 296 | 99.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 1 | C | 37/100 |
| 81320 (Cahone) | 283 | 83.8% | 869 Mbps | 2.7 | C- | 36/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Dolores County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Emery Telcom should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Dolores County
| Emery Telcom | 1,000 |
|---|---|
| Farmers Telephone Company (Colorado) | 1,000 |
| Star Communications | 1,000 |
| Nimbus Solutions | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| River Canyon Wireless | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| CenturyLink | 60 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Dolores County. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Dolores County Internet Providers
Based on 21 reviews from Colorado internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Dolores County residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 1.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. CenturyLink wins for second-place in Colorado, with 3.20 out of 5 stars and 60.4% coverage in Dolores County.
At a national level, based on 1599 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Emery Telcom is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.20 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Dolores County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Dolores County, Colorado, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Dolores County Overall | Colorado Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) |  (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (15) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Emery Telcom | (0) | (0) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Star Communications | (0) | (0) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| River Canyon Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Nimbus Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Farmers Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Dolores County
Based on data reported by Dolores County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Emery Telcom. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Dolores County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Dolores County Speed | Colorado Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (15) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Emery Telcom | (0) | (0) |  (5) | View Plans | ||
| Star Communications | (0) | (0) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| River Canyon Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Nimbus Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Farmers Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Dolores County?
Of the providers in Dolores County, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Dolores County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Colorado or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 1.00 out of 5 for price, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. CenturyLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.20 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Dolores County, Colorado, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Dolores County
| ISP / Tech Type | Dolores County Affordability | Colorado Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (15) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| Emery Telcom | (0) | (0) | (5) | View Plans | ||
| Star Communications | (0) | (0) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| River Canyon Wireless | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Nimbus Solutions | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Farmers Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Dolores County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Dolores County?
Emery Telcom Fiber in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
53.4%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Emery Telcom offers Fiber service to 53.4% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, Emery Telcom Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Farmers Telephone Company Fiber in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
14.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Farmers Telephone Company (Colorado) offers Fiber service to 14.3% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, Farmers Telephone Company Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Star Communications Fiber in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
12.6%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Star Communications offers Fiber service to 12.6% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, Star Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Dolores County?
Nimbus Solutions Fixed Wireless in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
61.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
Nimbus Solutions offers Fixed Wireless service to 61.8% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, Nimbus Solutions Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 77 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 40 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
60.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
76 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 60.0% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 76 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
60.0%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
76 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 60.0% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 76 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the county.
Farmers Telephone Company Fixed Wireless in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
46.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
61 Mbps
Farmers Telephone Company (Colorado) offers Fixed Wireless service to 46.0% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, Farmers Telephone Company Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 61 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the county.
River Canyon Wireless Fixed Wireless in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
29.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
56 Mbps
River Canyon Wireless offers Fixed Wireless service to 29.0% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, River Canyon Wireless Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 56 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 25, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the county.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
3.7%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.7% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Dolores County?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in Dolores County, CO.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Dolores County?
CenturyLink DSL in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
60.4%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
38 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 60.4% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, CenturyLink DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 38 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 60 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 5.0, with an average of 3.0 Mbps throughout the county.
Farmers Telephone Company DSL in Dolores County, CO
Availability:
11.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
12 Mbps
Farmers Telephone Company (Colorado) offers DSL service to 11.7% of Dolores County homes. Across the county, Farmers Telephone Company DSL has speeds up to 12 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 1.2 Mbps throughout the county.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Colorado
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
Ciello Fiber
November 08, 2026 very bad, very slow. usually ok. No devices but mine. a computer hooked up directly and my phone on wireless.
Troy Kelly
Visionary Broadband Fiber
October 29, 2026 567.8 kbps download speed from lan connection on router . This is fiber optic ? 1220 hills cir pagosa springs Co 81147 is our address and we would like the service you sold us . This download speed is terrible.
Carl L
CenturyLink
October 22, 2026 I had CenturyLink for 5 years mainly because they were pretty much the only internet provider where I lived at the time. Monthy price kept creeping up with no improvement in speeds and near monthly interruptions without compensation. I recently switched to fiber internet with 10X the speed and $20 less monthly cost. I returned the rented modem on time as asked. I discontinued CenturyLink in the middle of a billing period. They charged me for a full month instead of prorating my bill for half a month and they said I did not return the modem. Thankfully, I kept the UPS receipt and tracked the return. Sure enough, the modem was received by CenturyLink six days later after shipping. I called their customer service, provided the tracking number and they did remove the $150 unreturned modem charge. They would not prorate the month I discontinued service. My overall experience with CenturyLink was poor from nearly monthly interruptions in service, speeds near 10 Mbps and now charging me for services after I disconnected. I will never use them again. Customer beware; there are a lot better options out there for internet service. My biggest regret is staying with them as long as I did!
ISPReports User
Zentro
September 18, 2026 Awful install experience, weird service, lax security and complicated setup. My building is forcing everyone to use Zentro and the entire building hates them. Previously we were forced to use Xfinity and despite their awful reputation, they have become the hero of this story, and all of the building wishes we still had them. Definitely wouldn't recommend Zentro, not even to an enemy.
Robert W
NextLight Fiber
August 22, 2026 Great basically 100% of the time.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Dolores County?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Dolores County is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Emery Telcom. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Dolores County is AT&T.
- Viasat, Nimbus Solutions, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Dolores County, available to 61.8% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.