Broadband technologies
Compare fixed broadband connection types, locations and providers reported to the FCC.
Licensed Fixed Wireless
192 providers · 51 states
187,588,521residential locationsUp to 10,000 Mbps ↓ · 10,000 Mbps ↑Cable / HFC
261 providers · 51 states
98,550,474residential locationsUp to 3,000 Mbps ↓ · 3,000 Mbps ↑Fiber to the Premises
1,578 providers · 51 states
82,525,435residential locationsUp to 5,000,000 Mbps ↓ · 5,000,000 Mbps ↑Copper
441 providers · 51 states
43,288,769residential locationsUp to 5,000 Mbps ↓ · 5,000 Mbps ↑Unlicensed Fixed Wireless
913 providers · 50 states
32,757,841residential locationsUp to 1,000,000 Mbps ↓ · 1,000,000 Mbps ↑Licensed-by-Rule Fixed Wireless
280 providers · 47 states
13,303,927residential locationsUp to 150,000 Mbps ↓ · 150,000 Mbps ↑Other
5 providers · 15 states
1residential locationsUp to 1,000 Mbps ↓ · 1,000 Mbps ↑Check availability by technology
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Broadband technology comparison and data notes
This directory compares 7 fixed broadband technologies in the latest imported public FCC records. The cards show provider counts, state presence, reported residential locations and maximum advertised speeds. They describe provider-filed availability, not independently measured customer performance.
| Measure | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed Fixed Wireless | Up to 10,000 / 10,000 Mbps | 192 providers · 187,588,521 residential locations |
| Cable / HFC | Up to 3,000 / 3,000 Mbps | 261 providers · 98,550,474 residential locations |
| Fiber to the Premises | Up to 5,000,000 / 5,000,000 Mbps | 1,578 providers · 82,525,435 residential locations |
| Copper | Up to 5,000 / 5,000 Mbps | 441 providers · 43,288,769 residential locations |
| Unlicensed Fixed Wireless | Up to 1,000,000 / 1,000,000 Mbps | 913 providers · 32,757,841 residential locations |
| Licensed-by-Rule Fixed Wireless | Up to 150,000 / 150,000 Mbps | 280 providers · 13,303,927 residential locations |
| Other | Up to 1,000 / 1,000 Mbps | 5 providers · 1 residential locations |
Methodology
We translate FCC technology codes into readable names and aggregate public Broadband Data Collection filings by technology, provider and geography. Provider identities are normalized before the counts are displayed.
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Limitations
- Availability and maximum speed are provider-reported.
- Counts can overlap because one location may have multiple technologies or providers.
- State presence does not imply statewide availability.
- Advertised maximum speed is not an observed speed-test result.
Related questions
Which broadband technology is fastest?
Fiber commonly has the highest advertised maximums, but the fastest available option depends on provider, plan and address.
Does a larger location count mean better service?
No. It indicates broader reported availability in the imported records, not measured quality or customer satisfaction.
How do I find providers for one technology?
Open a technology profile to see linked providers and imported geographic availability.