Best Internet Providers in Polk County, FL
All 12 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Polk County, FL
Polk County has 12 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable, DSL, Fiber, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Polk County.
Ranks compare Polk County with the 67 Florida counties.
The Best Internet in Polk County, FL at a Glance
Polk County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Frontier
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
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 Polk County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Polk County, FL?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Polk County based on 566 Florida 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 Polk 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 Polk County
- Frontier - fiber coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- Hotwire Communications - fiber coverage map
- Tillman Fiber - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Rapid Systems - fixed wireless coverage map
- MORnet Communications - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- Frontier - dsl coverage map
How Polk County Compares to the Rest of Florida
Polk County's report card score is 34th of 67 and its connectivity index is 17th of 67.
| Measure | Polk County | Rank among Florida counties | Florida | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 77.1% | Tied 25th of 67 | 76.7% | 71.5% | Dixie County (97.1%) |
| Average top speed | 4,848 Mbps | 8th of 67 | 4,145 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Hillsborough County (6,347 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 5.6 | Tied 39th of 67 | 7.1 | 7.1 | Monroe County and Santa Rosa County (8.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.8 | Tied 7th of 67 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Hardee County (3.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 13% | Tied 35th of 67 | 17% | 15% | St. Johns County (28%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 96% | Tied 30th of 67 | 97% | 96% | Hardee County and Hillsborough County and 5 more (98%) |
| Homes with internet | 91% | Tied 31st of 67 | 92% | 91% | St. Johns County (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 79% | Tied 15th of 67 | 78% | 76% | Seminole County (86%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 79% | Tied 35th of 67 | 82% | 81% | St. Johns County (90%) |
| Median household income | $71,510 | 38th of 67 | $85,233 | $93,246 | St. Johns County ($127,502) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | Tied 10th of 67 | 15% | 16% | Leon County (31%) |
Fiber reaches 77.1% of homes in Polk County, against 76.7% across Florida. Households in Polk County are larger than the US average (2.8 people against 2.7); 13% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $71,510 (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 Polk County Compares to Its Neighbors
Polk County has 10 neighbors. Among them, Hillsborough County has the most homes with fiber (92.6%) and Highlands County the fewest (18.1%); Polk County has 77.1%.
Map of Polk County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Polk County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polk County (this page) | 725,046 | 77.1% | 4,848 Mbps | 5.6 | B- | 73/100 |
| Hillsborough County | 1,459,762 | 92.6% | 6,347 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 79/100 |
| Orange County | 1,429,908 | 77.1% | 3,501 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 81/100 |
| Pasco County | 561,891 | 91.8% | 6,309 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Manatee County | 399,710 | 89.0% | 6,155 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Osceola County | 388,656 | 76.6% | 3,311 Mbps | 7 | B | 78/100 |
| Lake County | 383,956 | 67.7% | 2,343 Mbps | 6.2 | B- | 74/100 |
| Sumter County | 129,752 | 58.2% | 1,911 Mbps | 6.4 | B- | 63/100 |
| Highlands County | 101,235 | 18.1% | 1,274 Mbps | 5.8 | C | 43/100 |
| Okeechobee County | 39,644 | 22.7% | 1,515 Mbps | 4.7 | C- | 44/100 |
| Hardee County | 25,327 | 23.5% | 1,025 Mbps | 5.4 | C- | 57/100 |
Internet in Polk County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 16.5% of homes in Frostproof to 97.4% in Highland City; by ZIP code, from 21.3% in 33843 (Frostproof) to 96.0% in 33812 (Highland City). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Polk County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland metro area | 725,046 | 77.1% | 4,848 Mbps | 5.6 | B- | 73/100 |
| Winter Haven | 92,862 | 76.4% | 4,897 Mbps | 5.3 | B- | 69/100 |
| Poinciana | 72,326 | 68.6% | 3,848 Mbps | 5.2 | B- | 80/100 |
| Davenport | 60,616 | 84.1% | 4,358 Mbps | 6 | B | 88/100 |
| Haines City | 41,525 | 66.7% | 3,612 Mbps | 5 | C+ | 77/100 |
| Lake Wales | 38,853 | 68.6% | 4,308 Mbps | 5.5 | B- | 49/100 |
| Bartow | 29,771 | 70.7% | 5,175 Mbps | 5.8 | B- | 58/100 |
| Auburndale | 29,199 | 80.2% | 5,598 Mbps | 5 | B- | 80/100 |
| Polk City | 13,174 | 46.0% | 1,196 Mbps | 4.9 | C | 69/100 |
| Mulberry | 13,117 | 85.0% | 5,854 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 59/100 |
| Highland City | 12,429 | 97.4% | 6,837 Mbps | 7 | A- | 86/100 |
| Lakeland Highlands | 12,187 | 97.3% | 6,840 Mbps | 7.1 | A- | 88/100 |
| Crystal Lake | 11,417 | 78.1% | 4,381 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 52/100 |
| Frostproof | 11,073 | 16.5% | 1,136 Mbps | 3.3 | D+ | 37/100 |
| Fuller Heights | 10,938 | 91.9% | 6,519 Mbps | 6 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Cypress Gardens | 10,909 | 94.2% | 5,030 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Lake Alfred | 9,188 | 78.3% | 3,795 Mbps | 4.5 | C+ | 69/100 |
| Fort Meade | 7,774 | 62.5% | 1,185 Mbps | 5.4 | C | 28/100 |
| Inwood | 7,172 | 88.1% | 6,086 Mbps | 5.1 | B | 62/100 |
| Fussels Corner | 6,097 | 62.8% | 3,854 Mbps | 5.4 | B- | 73/100 |
| Dundee | 5,597 | 23.4% | 1,528 Mbps | 5 | C | 80/100 |
| Eagle Lake | 4,314 | 74.7% | 5,529 Mbps | 6.1 | B | 68/100 |
| Babson Park | 2,750 | 69.4% | 1,586 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 40/100 |
| Lake Hamilton | 1,874 | 20.1% | 1,387 Mbps | 4.8 | C- | 85/100 |
| Indian Lake Estates | 1,520 | 60.5% | 1,046 Mbps | 4.6 | C | 52/100 |
| Loughman | 1,436 | 49.3% | 1,950 Mbps | 5.2 | C | 65/100 |
| Hillcrest Heights | 1,214 | 57.2% | 1,135 Mbps | 6.7 | C+ | 36/100 |
| Holiday Manor | 1,183 | 81.5% | 2,189 Mbps | 6.1 | B- | 72/100 |
| Nalcrest | 954 | 72.2% | 1,009 Mbps | 6.3 | C+ | 31/100 |
| Lake Garfield | 824 | 91.3% | 1,132 Mbps | 7.2 | B | 41/100 |
| Fedhaven | 678 | 99.7% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.6 | B | 22/100 |
| Kossuthville | 660 | 96.5% | 6,055 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 78/100 |
| Pembroke | 449 | 89.3% | 994 Mbps | 7.2 | B- | 34/100 |
| Bradley | 434 | 98.6% | 1,000 Mbps | 3.6 | C+ | 24/100 |
| River Ranch | 412 | 86.7% | 1,082 Mbps | 4 | C | 23/100 |
| Nichols | 358 | 96.7% | 7,000 Mbps | 6.7 | A- | 72/100 |
| Highland Park | 349 | 69.6% | 1,200 Mbps | 6.7 | B- | 62/100 |
| Homeland | 349 | 69.6% | 1,576 Mbps | 5.7 | C+ | 36/100 |
| Torrey | 218 | 62.4% | 879 Mbps | 6.5 | C | 42/100 |
| Waverly | 196 | 100.0% | 7,000 Mbps | 9 | A+ | 64/100 |
| Alturas | 189 | 87.8% | 1,200 Mbps | 4.2 | C+ | 45/100 |
| Maxcy Quarters | 166 | 87.3% | 961 Mbps | 5.4 | C+ | 28/100 |
| Pierce | 162 | 90.1% | 919 Mbps | 4.7 | C | 25/100 |
| Oak Terrace | 77 | 100.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 24/100 |
| South Mulberry | 54 | 94.4% | 1,000 Mbps | 6 | B- | 73/100 |
ZIP codes in Polk County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33810 (Lakeland) | 51,439 | 84.7% | 5,895 Mbps | 6.6 | B+ | 80/100 |
| 33844 (Haines City) | 44,318 | 66.9% | 3,626 Mbps | 4.9 | C+ | 78/100 |
| 33880 (Winter Haven) | 42,064 | 75.1% | 5,113 Mbps | 5.4 | B- | 65/100 |
| 34759 (Poinciana) | 41,431 | 72.3% | 5,165 Mbps | 3.9 | C+ | 82/100 |
| 33881 (Winter Haven) | 38,311 | 70.4% | 5,068 Mbps | 4.8 | B- | 67/100 |
| 33801 (Lakeland) | 37,657 | 73.5% | 4,384 Mbps | 6 | B | 64/100 |
| 33813 (Lakeland) | 37,035 | 92.5% | 6,507 Mbps | 6.8 | B+ | 87/100 |
| 33837 (Davenport) | 36,291 | 80.4% | 4,211 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 88/100 |
| 33884 (Winter Haven) | 34,794 | 91.3% | 4,720 Mbps | 5.8 | B | 78/100 |
| 33823 (Auburndale) | 33,610 | 79.8% | 5,450 Mbps | 5.1 | B- | 79/100 |
| 33809 (Lakeland) | 31,161 | 91.7% | 6,259 Mbps | 5.8 | B+ | 71/100 |
| 33830 (Bartow) | 29,855 | 75.4% | 5,239 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 57/100 |
| 33803 (Lakeland) | 28,570 | 85.3% | 5,796 Mbps | 5.6 | B | 64/100 |
| 33805 (Lakeland) | 27,005 | 59.7% | 3,801 Mbps | 5.6 | B- | 64/100 |
| 33860 (Mulberry) | 25,085 | 88.5% | 6,031 Mbps | 5.9 | B | 66/100 |
| 33897 (Davenport) | 24,444 | 93.7% | 4,650 Mbps | 5.9 | B+ | 89/100 |
| 33811 (Lakeland) | 24,233 | 88.3% | 6,227 Mbps | 6.1 | B+ | 83/100 |
| 33896 (Four Corners) | 19,075 | 76.6% | 3,670 Mbps | 6 | B | 85/100 |
| 33898 (Lake Wales) | 17,560 | 67.0% | 3,338 Mbps | 5.4 | B- | 50/100 |
| 33815 (Lakeland) | 15,601 | 56.4% | 3,037 Mbps | 5.7 | B- | 40/100 |
| 33812 (Highland City) | 14,298 | 96.0% | 6,749 Mbps | 6.9 | A- | 83/100 |
| 33868 (Polk City) | 12,999 | 45.6% | 1,190 Mbps | 4.9 | C | 69/100 |
| 33843 (Frostproof) | 12,245 | 21.3% | 1,126 Mbps | 3.6 | D+ | 36/100 |
| 33853 (Lake Wales) | 12,171 | 89.4% | 6,190 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 40/100 |
| 33859 (Lake Wales) | 11,031 | 56.0% | 3,131 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 48/100 |
| 33850 (Lake Alfred) | 9,001 | 74.8% | 3,606 Mbps | 4.4 | C+ | 68/100 |
| 33841 (Fort Meade) | 7,977 | 62.8% | 1,180 Mbps | 5.5 | C+ | 29/100 |
| 33838 (Dundee) | 5,407 | 23.5% | 1,514 Mbps | 5.1 | C | 81/100 |
| 33839 (Eagle Lake) | 3,905 | 62.7% | 4,811 Mbps | 5.8 | B- | 69/100 |
| 33827 (Babson Park) | 2,734 | 70.3% | 1,227 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 40/100 |
| 33849 (Lakeland) | 821 | 100.0% | 3,711 Mbps | 3.6 | B | 52/100 |
| 33851 (Lake Hamilton) | 743 | 12.9% | 1,517 Mbps | 4.2 | C- | 92/100 |
| 33855 (Indian Lake Estates) | 558 | 99.5% | 1,000 Mbps | 4.9 | B- | 43/100 |
| 33856 (Lake Wales) | 488 | 0.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 3 | D- | 42/100 |
| 33854 (Lake Wales) | 390 | 0.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 5 | D+ | 42/100 |
| 33877 (Lake Wales) | 210 | 16.2% | 995 Mbps | 3.1 | D | 43/100 |
| 33847 (Homeland) | 151 | 79.5% | 1,200 Mbps | 5.8 | C+ | 35/100 |
| 33867 (River Ranch) | 123 | 40.6% | 596 Mbps | 2 | D | 43/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Polk 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, Frontier Communications 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 Polk County
| Hotwire Communications | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| Frontier Communications | 7,000 |
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Tillman Fiber | 2,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| CenturyLink | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| Rapid Systems | 50 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| MORnet Communications | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
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Customer Ratings for Polk County Internet Providers
Based on 566 reviews from Florida internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Polk County residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.86 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in Florida, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 71.0% coverage in Polk County.
At a national level, based on 6928 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Polk County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Polk County, Florida, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Polk County Overall | Florida Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T |  (1) |  (88) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (2) | (25) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink |  (0) | (15) |  (183) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (10) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Rapid Systems | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (21) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (25) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (2) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (198) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (16) | (182) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| MORnet Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Tillman Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Polk County
Based on data reported by Polk County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Frontier Communications. The company offers speeds up to 7,000 Mbps in Polk County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 6,296 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 | Polk County Speed | Florida Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier |  (2) | (25) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (88) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (16) | (182) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (15) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (10) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Rapid Systems | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (21) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (25) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (2) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (198) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| MORnet Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Tillman Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Polk County?
Of the providers in Polk County, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Polk County where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Florida 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 5.00 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Polk County, Florida, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Polk County
| ISP / Tech Type | Polk County Affordability | Florida Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (1) | (88) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (2) | (25) | (177) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (15) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (10) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Rapid Systems | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (21) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (25) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (2) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (198) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (16) | (182) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| MORnet Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Tillman Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Polk County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Polk County?
Frontier Fiber in Polk County, FL
Availability:
69.6%
Customer Rating:
(119)
Avg. Download Speed
6,376 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers Fiber service to 69.6% of Polk County homes. Across the county, Frontier Fiber has speeds up to 6,376 Mbps, with speeds from 500 Mpbs up to 7,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Frontier Fiber. Frontier Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Polk County from Frontier in terms of customer satisfaction.
Spectrum Fiber in Polk County, FL
Availability:
14.5%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 14.5% of Polk County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Tillman Fiber in Polk County, FL
Availability:
3.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Tillman Fiber offers Fiber service to 3.5% of Polk County homes. Across the county, Tillman Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Hotwire Communications Fiber in Polk County, FL
Availability:
3.1%
Customer Rating:
(11)
Avg. Download Speed
4,516 Mbps
Hotwire Communications offers Fiber service to 3.1% of Polk County homes. Across the county, Hotwire Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 4,516 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 8,000, with an average of 4,508 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Polk County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Polk County, FL
Availability:
93.9%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
66 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.9% of Polk 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 66 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.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Polk County, FL
Availability:
89.9%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
237 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 89.9% of Polk County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 237 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 county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Polk County, FL
Availability:
71.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 71.0% of Polk County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with 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 6.7 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Polk County, FL
Availability:
71.0%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 71.0% of Polk County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with 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 6.7 Mbps throughout the county.
Rapid Systems Fixed Wireless in Polk County, FL
Availability:
24.7%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
46 Mbps
Rapid Systems offers Fixed Wireless service to 24.7% of Polk County homes. Across the county, Rapid Systems Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 46 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 50 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 9.2 Mbps throughout the county.
MORnet Communications Fixed Wireless in Polk County, FL
Availability:
3.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
MORnet Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.5% of Polk County homes. Across the county, MORnet Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Polk County?
Spectrum Cable in Polk County, FL
Availability:
87.2%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 87.2% of Polk County homes. Across the county, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
XFINITY Cable in Polk County, FL
Availability:
14.5%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,201 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 14.5% of Polk County homes. Across the county, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,201 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 35 Mbps throughout the county.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Polk County?
Frontier DSL in Polk County, FL
Availability:
2.3%
Customer Rating:
(58)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 2.3% of Polk County homes. Across the county, Frontier DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
CenturyLink DSL in Polk County, FL
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
27 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 1.2% of Polk County homes. Across the county, CenturyLink DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 27 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 80 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 2.4 Mbps throughout the county.
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Florida
Customer Reviews
ISPReports User
Smartaira Fiber
August 28, 2026 Horrible service keeps going out and I work from home! This is causing me to lose money and also miss work. Checking to see if I cancel for another company
Deb D
Spectrum Cable
June 08, 2026 Internet provider Spectrum is an ok provider. When the internet is working, it is great. We tend to have outages about 1-2 times per month. The pricing, however, and the sales dept have alot to work on. We were quoted $49 a month for 12 months, then changed it to $65 after the first 2 months. Now they have it advertising for $39 a month, but are unwilling to lower the price even back down to the $49 they originally quoted us. We are in a no win situation as there are no other providers in our area, so they have us over a barrel.
Leila M.
Spectrum Fiber
December 27, 2025 Nothing to tell you
Cindy K
Frontier Fiber
December 16, 2025 I have recently switched to Frontier (fiber) from Spectrum (cable). Frontier was half the price for twice the speed. They installed the service quickly and it is more stable than my old cable connection.
A Lakeland, FL Customer
AT&T Fiber
December 09, 2025 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Polk 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 Polk County is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Frontier Communications. 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 Polk County is AT&T.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Polk County, available to 93.9% 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.