7 Best Internet Providers in University Square, Tampa, FL

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Above are the top 4 providers in University Square, Tampa, 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 Square, Tampa, FL?

EarthLink is the best internet provider in University Square based on Tampa customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, EarthLink had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in University Square, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. EarthLink is an option for 81.52% of the neighborhood.

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

Top Rated Internet Providers in University Square

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

Based on 301 reviews from Tampa internet customers, EarthLink is the best internet service provider for University Square residents. EarthLink was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Tampa, with 3.87 out of 5 stars and 81.5% coverage in University Square.

At a national level, based on 3854 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Rapid Systems is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 1.00 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in University Square?

Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in University Square, the fastest internet in the neighborhood comes from Frontier Communications.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in University Square

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	Frontier Communications	7,000 Mbps
	Verizon	1,000 Mbps
	Spectrum	1,000 Mbps
	AT&T	100 Mbps
	EarthLink	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	Rapid Systems	50 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in University Square

Based on data reported by University Square ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through Frontier Communications. The company offers speeds up to 7,000 Mbps in University Square. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 7,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

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

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in University Square?

Tampa customers rate AT&T 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.

AT&T received a local rating of 3.71 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s University Square customers with an average price rating of 3.53 out of 5.

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

Rated Affordability in University Square

University Square 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 Square below, including the metrics used and how University Square compares to the rest of Tampa and nation.

University Square ISP Report Card: B

	Metric (hover for details)	University Square	Florida	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in University Square that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	79.96%	81.49%	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.	5,812 Mbps	5,648 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 Square.	5.7	6.1	6.8

 

University Square Digital Connectivity Index: 51 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	University Square	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.	2.9	2.5	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.	6%	18%	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.	96%	96%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	86%	92%	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.	61%	79%	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.	61%	79%	76%

University Square ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in University Square is B, which is worse than other neighborhoods. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in University Square is high with a score of 51 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in University Square have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.

The University Square 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 Square households have an internet connection despite having 99.66% availability. 61% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 4% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 4% 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 61% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 61% subscribe to it. A low number of University Square 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 Square?

How Much Speed does a University Square Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in University Square is 2.9, which is larger than the Tampa average of 2.5 and larger than the national average of 2.7. University Square's average household income is $36,157 which is much lower than the Tampa average of $81,905 and much lower than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with lower incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.

University Square also has 15% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Tampa average of 14%. Additionally, 6% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 18% of residents in Tampa who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of University Square has an average need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, University Square households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 69% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% 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 Square?

Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in University Square?

Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in University Square?

According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in University Square, Tampa, FL.

Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in University Square?

Which ISP Should You Choose in University Square?

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

To see how University Square 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 Square's B ISP Report Card and 51 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.