Best Internet Providers in Madison, AL
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Madison, AL
Madison has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 Madison.
Ranks compare Madison with the 749 US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Madison, AL at a Glance
Madison Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
WOW!
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Customer Rating
Cable
EarthLink
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Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
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 Madison ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Madison, AL?
XFINITY from Comcast is the highest-rated internet provider in Madison based on 131 Alabama customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet 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 Madison?
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 Madison
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- WOW! - cable coverage map
- Google Fiber - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Mediacom - cable coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Mediacom - fiber coverage map
How Madison Compares to Places Its Size
Madison's report card score is tied 136th of 749 and its connectivity index is tied 118th of 749.
| Measure | Madison | Rank among US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people) | Madison County | Alabama | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 85.3% | Tied 326th of 749 | 90.3% | 73.5% | 71.5% | Aloha, OR and Shawnee, KS (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 4,462 Mbps | 229th of 749 | 6,106 Mbps | 3,295 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Layton, UT (9,808 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 8.9 | Tied 100th of 749 | 8.8 | 7 | 7.1 | Guaynabo, PR (14.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | Tied 278th of 749 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Pacoima, CA and Spring Valley, NY (4.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 18% | Tied 239th of 749 | 15% | 9% | 15% | Danville, CA and Potomac, MD and 2 more (39%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 11th of 749 | 97% | 94% | 96% | Atascocita, TX and Eastvale, CA and 8 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 95% | Tied 183rd of 749 | 93% | 88% | 91% | Centreville, VA and Danville, CA and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 86% | Tied 120th of 749 | 80% | 68% | 76% | Flower Mound, TX and Johns Creek, GA and 1 more (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 91% | Tied 109th of 749 | 85% | 72% | 81% | Sammamish, WA (99%) |
| Median household income | $132,155 | 121st of 749 | $96,862 | $72,899 | $93,246 | Potomac, MD ($227,882) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 19% | Tied 84th of 749 | 18% | 16% | 16% | East Lansing, MI (58%) |
Fiber reaches 85.3% of homes in Madison, against 90.3% across Madison County and 73.5% across Alabama. Households in Madison are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 18% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $132,155 (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 Madison
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Madison?
EarthLink Fiber in Madison, AL
Availability:
81.7%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,359 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 81.7% of Madison homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,359 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 Madison from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Madison, AL
Availability:
81.7%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,359 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 81.7% of Madison homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,359 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 Madison from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Madison, AL
Availability:
17.5%
Customer Rating:
(298)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 17.5% of Madison homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Google Fiber in Madison, AL
Availability:
12.0%
Customer Rating:
(105)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fiber service to 12.0% of Madison homes. Across the city, Google Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Mediacom Fiber in Madison, AL
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(7)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Fiber service to 2.5% of Madison homes. Across the city, Mediacom Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Madison?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Madison, AL
Availability:
95.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
249 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.8% of Madison homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 249 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 17 Mbps throughout the city.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Madison, AL
Availability:
95.5%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.5% of Madison homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 65 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 city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Madison, AL
Availability:
83.1%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.1% of Madison homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 41 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 6.6 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Madison, AL
Availability:
83.1%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.1% of Madison homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 41 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 6.6 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Madison?
WOW! Cable in Madison, AL
Availability:
90.2%
Customer Rating:
(31)
Avg. Download Speed
1,200 Mbps
WOW! offers Cable service to 90.2% of Madison homes. Across the city, WOW! Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,200 Mbps
XFINITY Cable in Madison, AL
Availability:
75.6%
Customer Rating:
(2074)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 75.6% of Madison homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 2,000 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 250, with an average of 250 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Madison from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Mediacom Cable in Madison, AL
Availability:
22.9%
Customer Rating:
(82)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Mediacom offers Cable service to 22.9% of Madison homes. Across the city, Mediacom Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Spectrum Cable in Madison, AL
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(1738)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 2.5% of Madison homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Madison?
EarthLink DSL in Madison, AL
Availability:
68.1%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 68.1% of Madison homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 50 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 10.0 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Madison from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Madison, AL
Availability:
68.1%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 68.1% of Madison homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 50 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 10.0 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Madison from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Madison by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 79.8% of homes in 35758 to 97.8% in 35757. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Madison
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|
ZIP codes in Madison
How Madison Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Madison that have their own pages are all within 12 miles. Among them, Triana has the most homes with fiber (98.5%) and Tanner the fewest (2.5%); Madison has 85.3%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison (this page) | 88,389 | 85.3% | 4,462 Mbps | 8.9 | A- | 86/100 |
| Huntsville | 201,587 | 90.4% | 7,126 Mbps | 9.3 | A- | 64/100 |
| Harvest | 27,031 | 84.0% | 4,443 Mbps | 9.3 | A- | 84/100 |
| Tanner | 1,565 | 2.5% | 984 Mbps | 6.2 | C- | 69/100 |
| Triana | 1,254 | 98.5% | 4,283 Mbps | 8.2 | A- | 84/100 |
| Center Hill | 523 | 62.7% | 3,509 Mbps | 7 | B | 62/100 |
| Tanner Crossroads | 324 | 76.8% | 4,055 Mbps | 9.3 | B+ | 81/100 |
| Redstone Arsenal | 252 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 68/100 |
| Belle Mina | 223 | 2.7% | 319 Mbps | 3.7 | D | 34/100 |
| Echols Crossroads | 204 | 74.5% | 2,056 Mbps | 4.3 | C+ | 57/100 |
| Mooresville | 111 | 0.0% | 56 Mbps | 3.7 | D- | 41/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Madison?
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, AT&T and EarthLink 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 Madison
| Google Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| WOW! | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Mediacom | 1,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Madison Internet Providers
Based on 131 reviews from Alabama internet customers, XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet service provider for Madison residents. XFINITY from Comcast was rated at an average of 3.42 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in Alabama, with 3.80 out of 5 stars and 95.5% coverage in Madison.
At a national level, based on 6775 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Madison Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Madison, Alabama, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Madison Overall | Alabama Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFiber |  (1) | (8) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| WOW! | (1) | (3) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom |  (0) |  (13) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (12) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (2) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) |  (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (49) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Madison
Based on data reported by Madison ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Madison. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 3,627 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Madison Speed | Alabama Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (2) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (1) | (8) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (49) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| WOW! | (1) | (3) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (13) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (12) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Madison?
Of the providers in Madison, customers rate XFINITY from Comcast the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Madison 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.
XFINITY from Comcast is rated 3.08 out of 5 for price, which is lower 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 Madison, Alabama, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Madison
| ISP / Tech Type | Madison Affordability | Alabama Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GFiber | (1) | (8) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Mediacom | (0) | (13) | (93) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (5) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (815) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (12) | (2374) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (2) | (37) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (1) | (4) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| WOW! | (1) | (3) | (33) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (1) | (49) | (1948) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Alabama
Customer Reviews
An Alabama Customer
GFiber
May 09, 2023 Google Fiber is a competent internet provider. They provide excellent prices and are eager to assuage any problems I have. Customer service is usually okay dependent on the time of day and how many operators are online. Overall, a good service to use.
Mary A.
AT&T Fiber
May 28, 2026 I believe our current internet provider was our only option when we purchased our home. We are in an area that is considered rural, and all utilities are run underground. I don't believe we've had any issues since moving in, and I think we even get a bit of a discount on our phone plan, since it is also with AT&T. The front of our house might be a little spotty occasionally when it comes to internet speeds, but my husband said he is going to run ethernet to that room and fix the issue.
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
Spectrum Cable
May 09, 2023 Kristen K
HughesNet Satellite
April 28, 2023 The internet provider that I have is neutral. Sometimes, it works when it wants to. Other times, the satellite does go out when it's raining in my area. The internet connection kind of goes out when you're trying to do work online and it is frustrating at times.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Madison?
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 Madison is XFINITY.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. 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 Madison is XFINITY.
- Viasat, HughesNet, EarthLink, and AT&T has the broadest coverage in Madison, available to 98.5% 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.