Spectrum Internet Coverage and Availability

Q: Is there a Spectrum rural expansion map?

Yes, there’s a Spectrum rural expansion map . It shows the states in which Spectrum plans to expand through the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund.

Spectrum is available in over 40 states—Enter your zip code below to find plans available in your area.

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By Brianne Sandorf

Jan 31, 2025

2 min read

Spectrum Internet is a cable and fiber internet provider covering 30 million people in 41 states. According to federal broadband data and Reviews.org’s own proprietary information, Spectrum Internet is most widely available on the borders of the U.S., with its coverage almost making a frame around the country.

I’ve written extensively about Spectrum Internet and its coverage area. That includes poring over federal maps, talking with spokespeople, and looking at proprietary data to offer a deep dive into Spectrum Internet availability.

Where is Spectrum available?
Top cities for Spectrum
How is Spectrum expanding?
Spectrum plans and prices
Spectrum biggest competitors
FAQ on Spectrum availability

Where is Spectrum available?

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Spectrum Internet is present mainly on the edges of the U.S.—north, east, west, and south—with a band of coverage spanning the middle. This availability correlates heavily to the 2020 census population density map, although Spectrum misses some big cities like Chicago.

It’s worth noting that while Spectrum offers both cable internet and fiber internet, only about 5% of its coverage area currently provides fiber. In contrast, 98% of its coverage area includes cable service. In short, new Spectrum customers are almost guaranteed cable service, not fiber.

That’s not bad—cable internet is relatively fast and reliable. But for anyone itching to move to a fiber-optic setup, having cable as the only option might be disappointing.

Top 10 cities for Spectrum Internet

For anyone looking for Wi-Fi in a big city, here are ten of the biggest metropolises in the U.S. where Spectrum Internet is available.

How is Spectrum expanding internet service?

Spectrum Internet has a lot of room to grow. While the service is present in 41 states, most of those states have coverage gaps that Spectrum could expand into.

Happily, Spectrum is addressing some of these gaps. It’s partnering with the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund to expand in rural and underserved areas.

These 24 states are slated to get expanded internet access through RDOF:

Alabama
California
Florida
Georgia
Illinois
Indiana
Kentucky
Louisiana

Massachusetts
Michigan
Missouri
New Hampshire
New Mexico
North Carolina
Ohio
Oregon

Pennsylvania
South Carolina
Tennessee
Texas
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
Wisconsin

See if Spectrum is available in your area.

Spectrum plans and prices

Spectrum offers three standard plans: 500Mbps for $50, 500Mbps and advanced Wi-Fi for $60, and 1,000Mbps for $70.

All three are reasonably priced for their speeds, although if you choose the advanced Wi-Fi plan, it includes the extra cost of additional monthly equipment fees. And after the first year, the price for each plan increases, which is definitely off-putting. But even if you sign up for just one year, you get a good deal with Spectrum.

Spectrum plans and prices

Plan	Price	Speed	More info
Internet Premier	$50/mo. 1 yr price guarantee*	Up to 500 Mbps	Check Availability View Plans Find Other Providers
Spectrum Internet® Premier w/ Advanced WiFi	$60/mo. 1 yr price guarantee	Up to 500 Mbps	Check Availability View Plans Find Other Providers
Internet GIG	$70/mo. for 12 mos.†	Up to 1000 Mbps	Check Availability View Plans Find Other Providers

* Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply.

† Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply.

Spectrum doesn’t have regional pricing, so you see the same monthly fees wherever you are.

What are Spectrum’s biggest competitors?

Spectrum Internet’s coverage area crosses paths with several other internet providers. It’s most closely matched by Xfinity Internet, another cable provider with service in many of the same places, and T-Mobile 5G Home Internet, which has a 5G network that crosses most of the U.S.

Spectrum also has some fiber competitors. In the south, Spectrum competes with AT&T Fiber, and it’s up against Verizon Fios on the east coast.

Compare Spectrum plans and prices to other ISPs in the same area

Internet Provider	Price range	Speed range	More info
Spectrum Internet®	$25-$70	50-1000 Mbps‡	Check Availability View Plans Find Other Providers
Xfinity Internet	$14.95-$90^	75-2000 Mbps	View Plans
AT&T Fiber	$55-$245°	100-5000 Mbps	View Plans
Verizon Fios Home Internet	$49.99-$109.99**	300-2300 Mbps	View Plans
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet	$50-$160††	292-415 Mbps	View Plans

Offers and availability vary by location and are subject to change. Data verified as of the article's publication date.

‡ Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter.

^ Pricing for some packages are for the first 12 months. Some packages require a 1- or 2-year contract.

° Price after $5/mo Autopay & Paperless bill discount (w/in 2 bills). Plus taxes $ fees. Limited availability. May not be available in your area.

** Price per month with Auto Pay & without select 5G mobile plans. Fios plan prices include taxes & fees

†† w/ Auto Pay. Regulatory fees included in monthly price for qualified accounts. See full terms.

Spectrum availability FAQ

How do I know if there’s Spectrum in my area?

You can know if Spectrum Internet is in your area by looking at a coverage map, calling Spectrum customer service, or using the Reviews.org address finder.

How do you get Spectrum to come to your house?

You can get Spectrum to come to your house by signing up for home phone, TV, or internet service with the company—assuming you already live in a Spectrum service area.

If your address isn’t yet eligible for Spectrum services, rumor says you may be able to bring Spectrum to your location if you get enough households to commit to using the service.

Is there a Spectrum rural expansion map?

Yes, there’s a Spectrum rural expansion map. It shows the states in which Spectrum plans to expand through the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund.

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Written by

Brianne Sandorf

Brianne has a degree in English and creative writing from Westminster College. She's spent the last 10+ years writing professional, research-based content about technology, luxury retail brands, chicken sandwiches, and everything in between. Before joining Reviews.org, Brianne wrote safety and security content for ASecureLife.com. Her pieces and quotes are published across the web, including on MSN.com, Social Catfish, and Parents.com. Brianne loves to read, write, travel, cook, and spend time with her family. Contact her at brianne@reviews.org.