Best Internet Providers in Huntsville, AL
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Huntsville, AL
Huntsville has 8 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Huntsville.
Ranks compare Huntsville with the 305 US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Huntsville, AL at a Glance
Huntsville Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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Fiber
Cable
WOW!
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Cable
GFiber
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Fiber
EarthLink
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Fiber
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Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city 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 Huntsville ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Huntsville, AL?
Google Fiber is the best internet provider in Huntsville based on Alabama customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Google Fiber had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Huntsville, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Google Fiber is an option for 76.64% of the city.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Huntsville?
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 Huntsville
- Google Fiber - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- WOW! - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Mediacom - cable coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Mediacom - fiber coverage map
How Huntsville Compares to Places Its Size
Huntsville's report card score is tied 23rd of 305 and its connectivity index is tied 216th of 305.
| Measure | Huntsville | Rank among US medium cities (100,000 to 249,999 people) | Madison County | Alabama | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 90.4% | Tied 85th of 305 | 90.3% | 73.5% | 71.5% | Overland Park, KS (99.9%) |
| Average top speed | 7,126 Mbps | 20th of 305 | 6,106 Mbps | 3,295 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | West Valley City, UT (9,708 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 9.3 | Tied 34th of 305 | 8.8 | 7 | 7.1 | Carolina, PR (12.6) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.3 | Tied 268th of 305 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Lakewood, NJ (5.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 14% | Tied 146th of 305 | 15% | 9% | 15% | Frisco, TX (38%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | Tied 131st of 305 | 97% | 94% | 96% | 46 places at 99% |
| Homes with internet | 92% | Tied 184th of 305 | 93% | 88% | 91% | Allen, TX and Cumming, GA and 8 more (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 78% | Tied 179th of 305 | 80% | 68% | 76% | Highlands Ranch, CO (92%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 82% | Tied 172nd of 305 | 85% | 72% | 81% | Frisco, TX (96%) |
| Median household income | $83,184 | 180th of 305 | $96,862 | $72,899 | $93,246 | Sunnyvale, CA ($189,225) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 19% | Tied 49th of 305 | 18% | 16% | 16% | College Station, TX (57%) |
Fiber reaches 90.4% of homes in Huntsville, against 90.3% across Madison County and 73.5% across Alabama. Households in Huntsville are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 14% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $83,184 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Huntsville
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Huntsville?
Google Fiber in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
76.6%
Customer Rating:
(105)
Avg. Download Speed
7,981 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fiber service to 76.6% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, Google Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 7,981 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Google Fiber.
EarthLink Fiber in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
76.3%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,758 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 76.3% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,758 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Huntsville from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
76.3%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,758 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 76.3% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,758 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Huntsville from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
2.0%
Customer Rating:
(299)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 2.0% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Mediacom Fiber in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fiber service to 1.1% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, Mediacom Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Huntsville?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
93.2%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
262 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.2% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 262 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 18 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
92.8%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.8% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 77 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 15 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
85.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 85.4% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 40 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 6.3 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
85.4%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 85.4% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 40 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 6.3 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Huntsville?
XFINITY Cable in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
92.4%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,998 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 92.4% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,998 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 2,000, with an average of 251 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Huntsville from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
WOW! Cable in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
84.8%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
1,200 Mbps
WOW! offers Cable service to 84.8% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, WOW! Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
Mediacom Cable in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
12.3%
Customer Rating:
(82)
Avg. Download Speed
1,104 Mbps
Mediacom offers Cable service to 12.3% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, Mediacom Cable has speeds up to 1,104 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 50 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 149 Mbps throughout the city. Mediacom Cable is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Huntsville from Mediacom in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Huntsville?
EarthLink DSL in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
57.4%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
20 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 57.4% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 20 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 20, with an average of 3.2 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Huntsville from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Huntsville, AL
Availability:
57.4%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
20 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 57.4% of Huntsville homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 20 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 20, with an average of 3.2 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Huntsville from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Huntsville by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 84.2% of homes in 35811 to 99.4% in 35810. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Huntsville
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Huntsville | 4,086 | 73.2% | 6,041 Mbps | 9.1 | B+ | 43/100 |
ZIP codes in Huntsville
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35811 | 31,262 | 84.2% | 5,690 Mbps | 8.7 | A- | 62/100 |
| 35810 | 29,069 | 99.4% | 7,809 Mbps | 10.3 | A+ | 55/100 |
| 35803 | 29,023 | 97.6% | 7,824 Mbps | 8.3 | A | 80/100 |
| 35806 | 25,027 | 85.9% | 5,704 Mbps | 9.6 | A- | 74/100 |
| 35801 | 23,456 | 94.4% | 7,588 Mbps | 10 | A | 65/100 |
| 35805 | 23,170 | 89.5% | 7,550 Mbps | 8.9 | A- | 45/100 |
| 35802 | 22,886 | 86.5% | 6,981 Mbps | 9.3 | A- | 67/100 |
| 35816 | 14,894 | 88.9% | 7,433 Mbps | 9.6 | A- | 40/100 |
| 35824 | 9,395 | 88.7% | 7,094 Mbps | 8 | A- | 70/100 |
| 35808 | 865 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 71/100 |
| 35896 | 569 | 0.0% | 1,200 Mbps | 5 | D+ | 65/100 |
How Huntsville Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Huntsville that have their own pages are all within 12 miles. Among them, Owens Cross Roads has the most homes with fiber (99.5%) and Harvest the fewest (84.0%); Huntsville has 90.4%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville (this page) | 201,587 | 90.4% | 7,126 Mbps | 9.3 | A- | 64/100 |
| Madison | 88,389 | 85.3% | 4,462 Mbps | 8.9 | A- | 86/100 |
| Harvest | 27,031 | 84.0% | 4,443 Mbps | 9.3 | A- | 84/100 |
| Owens Cross Roads | 20,814 | 99.5% | 7,975 Mbps | 7.2 | A | 90/100 |
| Meridianville | 9,259 | 97.2% | 4,458 Mbps | 9.5 | A | 81/100 |
| Gurley | 7,054 | 92.0% | 6,467 Mbps | 6.4 | B+ | 68/100 |
| Moores Mill | 6,269 | 98.7% | 4,907 Mbps | 9.3 | A | 69/100 |
| Brownsboro | 3,891 | 86.2% | 6,796 Mbps | 7 | B+ | 75/100 |
| Triana | 1,254 | 98.5% | 4,283 Mbps | 8.2 | A- | 84/100 |
| Redstone Arsenal | 252 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 68/100 |
| Willowbrook | 49 | 100.0% | 8,000 Mbps | 9.9 | A+ | 86/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Huntsville?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Google Fiber.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Huntsville
| Google Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Mediacom | 2,000 |
| WOW! | 1,200 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Huntsville Internet Providers
Based on 82 reviews from Alabama internet customers, Google Fiber is the best internet service provider for Huntsville residents. Google Fiber was rated at an average of 4.88 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. XFINITY from Comcast wins for second-place in Alabama, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 92.5% coverage in Huntsville.
At a national level, based on 4832 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Google Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.23 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Huntsville Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Huntsville, Alabama, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Huntsville Overall | Alabama Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFiber |  (5) | (8) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| WOW! | (1) | (3) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (12) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom |  (0) |  (13) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (2) |  (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Huntsville
Based on data reported by Huntsville ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Google Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Huntsville. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 7,981 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Google Fiber. This indicates GFiber reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Huntsville Speed | Alabama Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFiber | (5) | (8) |  (105) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| WOW! | (1) | (3) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (12) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (13) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (2) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Huntsville?
Of the providers in Huntsville, customers rate Google Fiber the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Huntsville where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Alabama or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Google Fiber is rated 4.40 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.20 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Huntsville, Alabama, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Huntsville
| ISP / Tech Type | Huntsville Affordability | Alabama Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFiber | (5) | (8) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (13) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| WOW! | (1) | (3) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (2) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (12) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Alabama
Customer Reviews
Josh B
GFiber
February 19, 2026 I have had very little down time in the 7 years I have had service from them. In the few instances that there was an outage I was compensated for the missed time. The pricing has not increased and the service has been impeccable overall. I highly recommend them of they are available in the area where you live. It is hard to find a consistently more competitive option.
An Alabama Customer
GFiber
July 18, 2025 I have been with my internet provider, Google Fiber, for around 5 years and have never experienced any issues. Speeds are always fast and never throttled. My husband and I play many video games regularly, watch and stream Twitch streams ourselves, and stream high quality videos and have rarely experienced lag. The pricing has remained consistent for those years as well and has never gone up in price. We have also had many storms in this area over the years and our service has never dropped despite the storms. I would highly recommend this provider to anyone looking for a reputable internet provider with reliable service.
An Alabama Customer
WOW! DSL
May 25, 2025 Our provider has been consistently reliable over a few years. It is frustrating to have price increases though. We usually have to call and threaten to cancel in order to get pricing offered to new subscribers, and that takes time. It is worth it however in the long run.
An Alabama Customer
HughesNet Satellite
May 17, 2025 Affordable price at times
An Alabama Customer
GFiber
June 19, 2023 My internet provider, Google Fiber, gives amazing internet speeds for a decent price. We pay around $70 a month to get up to a gigabyte of upload or download speeds. They are a great, friendly service and we've had zero issues with services. The technicians are kind and very respectful to our home when they did the installation.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Huntsville?
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 Huntsville is GFiber.
- The fastest internet provider should be Google Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Google Fiber may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Huntsville is GFiber.
- Viasat, HughesNet, EarthLink, and AT&T has the broadest coverage in Huntsville, available to 94.5% 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.