Internet in Key West: speed, SIM cards and coworking

Updated October 2026Sources

307 MbpsMedian download

Is the internet good in Key West?

Median fixed broadband in United States is 307 Mbps and mobile is 187 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most cafés and bars offer free wifi, but speeds vary and the island has few proper coworking options.

Getting online in Key West

	Details
Home fibre	Cable and fibre from Comcast Xfinity and Hotwire in parts; about 60–90 USD a month. Check the exact address first.
Cafés and coworking	Most cafés and bars offer free wifi, but speeds vary and the island has few proper coworking options.
Outages	Storms can cut power and the single fibre and power lines from the mainland.
Tourist SIM	Prepaid SIMs at carrier stores, Walmart and Target, roughly US$25–50 for 30 days; no ID usually needed. A travel eSIM is easiest.
eSIM	Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors.
Carriers	T-Mobile, Verizon, AT&T
Monthly data plan	$25–50 ($25–50)

Coworking in Key West

There's no dedicated coworking scene here; people work from cafés and accommodation.

Internet speeds in North America

National medians, Speedtest Global Index.

Country	Fixed	Mobile
United States	307 Mbps	187 Mbps
Canada	258 Mbps	86 Mbps

Quick answers

Is the internet fast in Key West?

Which SIM card should I get in Key West?

Prepaid SIMs at carrier stores, Walmart and Target, roughly US$25–50 for 30 days; no ID usually needed. A travel eSIM is easiest.

Can I use an eSIM in United States?

Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.

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Sources

Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.