10 Best Internet Providers in South University, Eugene, OR

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Above are the top 4 providers in South University, Eugene, OR for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your neighborhood.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in South University, Eugene, OR?

XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet provider in South University based on Eugene customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, XFINITY from Comcast had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in South University, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. XFINITY from Comcast is an option for 99.65% of the neighborhood.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in South University, Oregon, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in South University

Local, State, and National Ratings for all South University Internet Providers

Based on 132 reviews from Eugene internet customers, XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet service provider for South University residents. XFINITY from Comcast was rated at an average of 3.82 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Eugene, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 12.3% coverage in South University.

At a national level, based on 4353 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Alyrica is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.27 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in South University?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the neighborhood, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Quantum Fiber 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 South University

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Quantum Fiber	8,000 Mbps
	Hunter Communications	2,500 Mbps
	XFINITY from Comcast	2,000 Mbps
	Douglas Fast Net	1,000 Mbps
	Centurylink	1,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	Alyrica	200 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	EarthLink	100 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in South University

Based on data reported by South University ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through Quantum Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in South University. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 6,564 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the neighborhood rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in South University?

Eugene customers rate Verizon as the cheapest internet service provider in city. Data comes from customers in the city rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

Verizon received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. XFINITY from Comcast is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s South University customers with an average price rating of 3.67 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in South University, Eugene, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in South University

South University Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the neighborhood and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for South University below, including the metrics used and how South University compares to the rest of Eugene and nation.

South University ISP Report Card: A-

	Metric (hover for details)	South University	Oregon	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in South University that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	86.20%	64.01%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	4,878 Mbps	3,120 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for South University.	7.7	7.5	6.8

 

South University Digital Connectivity Index: 47 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	South University	Oregon	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a neighborhood indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	2.1	2.4	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	14%	16%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	99%	97%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	82%	91%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	65%	78%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	66%	80%	76%

South University ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in South University is A-, which is comparable to other neighborhoods. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in South University is high with a score of 47 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in South University have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The South University ISP Report Card evaluates the neighborhood on availability and speed metrics compared to other neighborhoods in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a neighborhood needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

82% of South University households have an internet connection despite having 99.65% availability. 65% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 1% are still on dial-up, and 14% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 65% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 66% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of South University residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Neighborhoods Compare to South University?

How Much Speed does a South University Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in South University is 2.1, which is smaller than the Eugene average of 2.4 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. South University's average household income is $41,005 which is much lower than the Eugene average of $75,865 and much lower than the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate fewer devices being used less often.

South University also has 51% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Eugene average of 20%. Additionally, 14% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 16% of residents in Eugene who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of South University has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, South University households are much more technology-engaged. 99% of households have some sort of computing device, 93% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 99% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

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Which ISP Should You Choose in South University?

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 South University is XFINITY.
• The fastest internet provider should be Quantum Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in South University is Verizon.
• AT&T, EarthLink, Viasat, XFINITY from Comcast, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in South University, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does South University compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how South University stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to South University's A- ISP Report Card and 47 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.