Broadband Access in Colorado
The following broadband access numbers are based on data collected by the Colorado Broadband Office. Broadband access is defined here as access to 25/3 Mbps service. Learn about our data collection process and how to submit data.
98.1%
Percent of households with access to broadband internet as of April 2022
93.0%
Percent of rural household with access to broadband internet as of April 2022
111
broadband providers participating in our mapping effort as of April 2022
Explore Maps
Colorado Broadband Map
The Colorado Broadband Map is an interactive map that shows broadband availability in Colorado. Use the map to search broadband service providers and view broadband speeds.
Broadband Board Data Toolkit
The Broadband Board Data Toolkit is an interactive map that was designed to support Broadband Fund stakeholders in the application and review process.
Broadband Board Data Toolkit
Storymap: Broadband Service Levels 2022
This Storymap is an interactive web application that shows the available broadband service in Colorado as of December 31, 2021.
Storymap: The State of Broadband in Colorado 2020
This Storymap is an interactive web application that shows broadband coverage maps along with supporting information, additional layers and resources. It serve as an overview of the broadband mapping efforts in Colorado. (December 2020)
DOLA Projects Overview Map
This map show the status of DOLA infrastructure and planning projects.
Storymap: Broadband Infrastructure in Colorado
This Storymap is an interactive web application that shows the impact of the DOLA Broadband Program and the state of broadband infrastructure in Colorado (September 2020).
Explore Data & Reports
Colorado Broadband GIS Data
Visit the Colorado Information Marketplace (CIM) to download Colorado Broadband Data GIS files
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
The FCC collects broadband deployment data from fixed and mobile providers in the Form 477 data collection:
Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC)
The USAC administers numerous programs for the FCC.
The USAC Open Data Portal includes data for E-rate, Rural Health Care, Lifeline, and High Cost programs.
The Connect America Fund Broadband Map offers quick access to deployed locations from a number of High Cost Funds.
U.S. Census Bureau
The American Community Survey (ACS) is an ongoing survey that includes questions on computer and internet use.
Visit the Census Bureau’s Explore Data page to find data.
Need help accessing and using Census Data? Check out the Data Gems video series.
BroadbandUSA Community Reports
The BroadbandUSA Community Report is an infographic created by the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) utilizing a number of data sources, including the ACS and the FCC Form 477 data. Report are available at the state and county levels.
BroadbandUSA Community Report: Colorado
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ISP Data Submission
We collect broadband availability data from Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in a biannual data collection cycle.
Tell us if our map is inaccurate
If you find inaccurate data listed in the Colorado Broadband Map, such as speeds listed that are not available when you contact the company, use the Report Inaccurate Data form to let us know. We will use this information to investigate data discrepancies and work with the broadband providers to improve data accuracy.
Tell us about YOUR broadband!
Our survey and speed test help improve the accuracy of the Colorado Broadband Map, provide clear data to guide investment of funds, and inform research and policy recommendations.