7 Best Internet Providers in University Park-Gainsville, Gainesville, FL

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Above are the top 4 providers in University Park-Gainsville, Gainesville, FL 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 University Park-Gainsville, Gainesville, FL?

Cox Communications is the best internet provider in University Park-Gainsville based on Gainesville customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Cox Communications had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in University Park-Gainsville, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Cox Communications is an option for 79.29% of the neighborhood.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in University Park-Gainsville, Florida, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in University Park-Gainsville

Local, State, and National Ratings for all University Park-Gainsville Internet Providers

Based on 147 reviews from Gainesville internet customers, Cox Communications is the best internet service provider for University Park-Gainsville residents. Cox Communications was rated at an average of 2.92 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in Gainesville, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 78.5% coverage in University Park-Gainsville.

At a national level, based on 2390 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, IQ Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 5.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in University Park-Gainsville?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the neighborhood, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by EarthLink. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, IQ 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 University Park-Gainsville

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Pavlov Media	8,000 Mbps
	IQ Fiber	5,000 Mbps
	AT&T	5,000 Mbps
	EarthLink	5,000 Mbps
	Cox Communications	2,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in University Park-Gainsville

Based on data reported by University Park-Gainsville ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through IQ Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in University Park-Gainsville. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 5,000 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 EarthLink. This indicates EarthLink reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in University Park-Gainsville?

Gainesville customers rate Cox Communications 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.

Cox Communications received a local rating of 3.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s University Park-Gainsville customers with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in University Park-Gainsville, Gainesville, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in University Park-Gainsville

University Park-Gainsville 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 University Park-Gainsville below, including the metrics used and how University Park-Gainsville compares to the rest of Gainesville and nation.

University Park-Gainsville ISP Report Card: B+

	Metric (hover for details)	University Park-Gainsville	Florida	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in University Park-Gainsville that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	78.12%	68.37%	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.	4,986 Mbps	4,976 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 University Park-Gainsville.	7.4	6.5	6.8

 

University Park-Gainsville Digital Connectivity Index: 56 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	University Park-Gainsville	Florida	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.	1.7	2.3	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.	16%	13%	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.	86%	86%	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.	67%	74%	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.	83%	79%	76%

University Park-Gainsville ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in University Park-Gainsville is B+, which is much better than other neighborhoods. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in University Park-Gainsville is high with a score of 56 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in University Park-Gainsville have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The University Park-Gainsville 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.

86% of University Park-Gainsville households have an internet connection while having 80.42% availability. 67% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 4% have satellite, 0% 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 67% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 83% subscribe to it. A very large amount of University Park-Gainsville 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 University Park-Gainsville?

How Much Speed does a University Park-Gainsville Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in University Park-Gainsville is 1.7, which is smaller than the Gainesville average of 2.3 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. University Park-Gainsville's average household income is $31,587 which is much lower than the Gainesville average of $63,948 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.

University Park-Gainsville also has 83% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Gainesville average of 33%. Additionally, 16% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 13% of residents in Gainesville who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of University Park-Gainsville has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, University Park-Gainsville households are much more technology-engaged. 99% of households have some sort of computing device, 97% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 98% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in University Park-Gainsville?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in University Park-Gainsville?

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Which ISP Should You Choose in University Park-Gainsville?

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 University Park-Gainsville is Cox.
• The fastest internet provider should be IQ Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, EarthLink may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in University Park-Gainsville is Cox.
• Viasat, HughesNet, and Cox Communications has the broadest coverage in University Park-Gainsville, 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 University Park-Gainsville compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how University Park-Gainsville 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 University Park-Gainsville's B+ ISP Report Card and 56 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.