How much does business internet cost in 2026?

Business internet pricing in 2026 varies wildly depending on what's available at your address — but here are the ranges you should expect. Treat them as ballparks, not quotes, because the same technology can cost 2x more two streets apart.

Coax broadband (cable) is the cheapest: roughly $80–$250/month for speeds anywhere from 200 Mbps to a gigabit down, with much slower uploads. It's fine for a small office that mostly browses, emails, and runs card readers — until everyone joins the same video call.

Business fiber typically runs $150–$500/month for symmetrical gigabit-class service. Symmetrical matters: a 300/300 fiber line outperforms a 1000/35 cable line for cloud backups, video calls, and anything that sends data out. Where fiber exists, it's usually the best value per megabit.

Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) is the serious tier: fiber with guaranteed bandwidth, an SLA with real uptime commitments, and a 4-hour repair window instead of 'sometime this week.' Expect roughly $300–$800/month for 100 Mbps and $800–$2,500+ for a gigabit, depending on distance to the carrier's network and whether construction is needed. Construction fees are the trap — a cheap monthly rate can hide a five-figure build cost.

5G fixed wireless has become the wildcard: typically $60–$150/month, self-install, and often fast enough to replace cable. It works best as a secondary line or primary for lighter-use locations, and performance depends heavily on how close you are to the tower.

What drives the price more than speed: the promo cliff (rates jump at month 12 or 24 — ask for the standard rate in writing), equipment rental, static IP fees, and early termination fees that can run 50–100% of remaining contract value. Always compare the all-in monthly total at month 25, not the teaser at month 1.

Because pricing is so address-specific, the only reliable way to know what you should pay is competing quotes. That's exactly what a TSI advisor does for free — we know which carriers serve your address and make them price against each other.