Comcast is bringing ultra-fast internet to 32,000 homes and businesses in Florida, with plans to double that by 2026 through public-private partnerships.<\/p>\n
Comcast has extended its next-generation network to more than 32,000 homes and businesses across 16 rural counties in Florida, marking a significant push to bridge the digital divide.<\/p>\n
The expansion \u2014 funded through a public-private $322 million partnership with the state\u2019s Broadband Opportunity Program and Capital Projects Fund \u2014 brings gigabit-plus internet, mobile, entertainment, and home security services via Xfinity and Comcast Business to previously underserved communities.<\/p>\n
A standout area is Lehigh Acres, where more than 11,000 homes have gained access to high-speed service. Comcast aims to double this reach by the end of 2026 \u2014 adding 32,000 more locations across 13 additional counties, including Bay,\u00a0Glades,\u00a0Hamilton,\u00a0Hardee,\u00a0Hendry,\u00a0Indian River,\u00a0Lake and Nassau.<\/p>\n
Jeff\u202fBuzzelli, Senior Vice President for Comcast\u2019s Florida region, emphasized the broader impact: \u201cExpanding access to high-speed Internet in rural\u00a0Florida\u00a0isn\u2019t just about technology, it\u2019s about creating opportunity. From students to small businesses to entire communities, this investment helps shrink the digital divide and unlocks the tools people need to thrive. We\u2019re proud to partner with the state of\u00a0Florida\u00a0to make this a reality.\u201d<\/p>\n
Comcast\u2019s rural expansion comes at a time when the broader U.S. broadband market is undergoing seismic change. AT&T just committed $23 billion to acquire 50 MHz of low- and mid-band spectrum from EchoStar<\/a>, a move that strengthens its 5G and fixed wireless access (FWA) positioning. Analysts say the deal could enable AT&T to push deeper into suburban and rural markets, intensifying competition for customers that Comcast is also targeting with its new buildouts.<\/p>\n