Best Internet Providers in Phoenix, AZ

Internet Resources for Low-Income Families in Phoenix

Life is defined by technology these days, and when your family has limited access to devices or the internet, it can make it difficult to get ahead. We assembled this list of resources so that low-income Phoenix families can find what they need to thrive in the modern world:

Discounted Distance Learning Devices

• AzTAP: The Arizona Technology Access Program (AzTAP) partners with Achieve Human Services and RefurbIT to offer refurbished computers at a deep discount to low-income families. The organization also offers an additional 25 percent off to persons with disabilities.
• Phoenix College: Phoenix College runs a device loan program for students who need devices for remote learning. Borrowers are responsible for any damage to devices borrowed from the school.
• PCs for People: PCs for People provides technology and services to low-income individuals and families. You may be able to obtain devices for free, depending on your level of eligibility. They also operate an online store where you can access their available devices.

Local Refurbished or Discounted Devices 

• Phoenix Computer Repair Shop
• Emerald Computers
• Revive IT

Remote Learning Programs

• Arizona State Library: The Arizona State Library maintains a wide range of free online learning resources for kids, including resources related to the Arizona Capitol Museum. Check out electronic books, browse historic digital newspapers, and view photographs of Arizona’s history using the Digital Arizona Library.
• Arizona PBS: Arizona PBS stations provide a new at-home learning topic each week with associated programs and activities. PBS also offers a program that helps parents learn how to support children’s learning in the home environment.
• ASU for You: Pitched as “resources for every learner, at every age,” Arizona State University’s ASU for You online program offers educational resources that include student programs and homeschool resources.

Free Wireless Internet Access in Phoenix

County libraries in Phoenix offer free Wi-Fi, which you can access from the parking lot, if necessary. In addition to a couple library locations, we’ve also included a few public centers and parks in the list below:

• Desert Sage Library — 7602 W. Encanto Blvd.
• South Phoenix Youth Center — 5245 S. 7th St.
• Burton Barr Library — 1221 N. Central Ave.
• University Park — 1002 W. Van Buren St.
• Washington Activity Center — 2240 W. Citrus Way

It’s estimated that almost 32 percent of Arizona residents don’t have DSL or cable internet at home. The following map will guide you to free Wi-Fi internet access in Phoenix:

Free Wireless Internet Access in Phoenix, AZ

206 S 17th Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85007

2039 W Lewis Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85009

1135 N 22nd Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85009

2209 W Durango St

Phoenix, AZ 85007

205 S 17th Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85007

2225 S 22nd Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85009

2350 S 22nd Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85009

1655 W Jackson St

Phoenix, AZ 85007

2501 W Georgia Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85017

1130 N 22nd Ave

Phoenix, AZ 85009