Albany, OR Internet
Internet Providers in Albany, OR
Compare every internet provider in Albany, OR: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedXfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 7% of Albany, while its broader network reaches about 64% of the city. If Ziply Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 6,000 Mbps reaching about 18% of the city. Alyrica is the safe fallback where Xfinity does not reach, mostly fixed wireless with a network footprint of about 87% and its fastest common fixed wireless tier offering up to 200 Mbps to about 22% of the city.
West Albany, ZIP 97321, is especially strong for fiber, with Ziply Fiber reaching about 45% of the ZIP, while Xfinity leads another large share with cable service. In South Albany, ZIP 97322, Xfinity leads at about 52%, and Ziply Fiber reaches about 25%, so the neighborhood has a clearer cable versus fiber choice. East Albany and North Albany can change more sharply from street to street, and older DSL or copper infrastructure may still limit some student apartments near Linn-Benton Community College. Verizon and Peak Internet are worth checking as fixed wireless alternatives, especially for students who need dependable Zoom, streaming, and gaming connections. Coverage changes at the exact address, so verify the technology and FCC-filed speed before signing up.
Best Internet Providers in Albany, OR
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 90% of all internet options in Oregon
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload86Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan reaches about 64% of Albany, giving many addresses a strong chance of access. Cable is a reliable choice for most households, with up to 1,200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 86/100, while the 2 Gig plan reaches only about 7% of the city and earns the provider’s 90/100 headline score, above Albany’s city average of 69. Availability varies by address, so check which plan your location qualifies for.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 64.5% of Albany, giving you a solid chance of service, and its cable plans offer excellent options for most modern needs, including up to 2,000 Mbps downloads. Availability depends on your address: the 2 Gig plan reaches about 7% of the city, while the 1.2 Gig and lower-priced plans reach about 64%.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Alyrica
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 96% of all internet options in Oregon
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Up to 2500 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload is more than enough for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and demanding uploads. Alyrica’s fiber plan is a top-tier option with a 96/100 Speed Score, above Albany’s average top speed score of 69, but it reaches only about 1% of the city. Because Alyrica also offers fixed wireless, the best technology may not be available at your address, so verify fiber availability before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Alyrica
Alyrica’s fastest plan offers up to 2500 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload, excellent for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and demanding work from home. Fiber is an excellent but highly address-dependent option, reaching about 1% of census blocks for that plan and about 3% for its up to 1000 Mbps tier, while the more widely available fixed wireless plans reach up to 200 Mbps or less and may not be sufficient for modern household needs, so check your address for fiber first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fiber 5 Gig — faster than 97% of all internet options in Oregon
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload97Our score$90Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60Per month
- Fiber GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- Fiber 300/300Fiber300 MbpsDownload71Our score$30Per month
- Fiber 100/100Fiber100 MbpsDownload21Our score$20Per month
Source: Ziply Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Fiber is a top-tier option for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads. Ziply Fiber’s Fiber 5 Gig plan offers up to 5000 Mbps both ways for $90/mo, with a Speed Score of 97/100, above Albany’s city average of 69, but this plan is available to only 17.9% of the city, so confirm fiber availability at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Ziply Fiber
Ziply Fiber’s fiber service offers excellent performance for everyday use, with symmetrical speeds ranging from up to 100 Mbps to 5,000 Mbps, including a top-tier Fiber 5 Gig plan with a Speed Score of 97/100. Fiber is available to about 18% of Albany, so check your address first, since this strong option is limited to that footprint and may not be available everywhere.
Available Plans
Fiber
Peak Internet
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in Oregon
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Peak Internet offers especially strong value where its fiber plan is available, with up to 5000 Mbps both ways and a top-tier Speed Score of 97/100, reaching about 5% of Albany. Because the provider also uses fixed wireless, your address may instead qualify for up to 400/50 Mbps with a Speed Score of 76/100, a solid option, or a slower plan, so check the technology and speeds available at your location.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Peak Internet
At the monthly price you’re quoted, Peak Internet can be excellent value at addresses with its fiber plan, offering up to 5000 Mbps both ways, though that option reaches about 5% of census blocks. Elsewhere, fixed wireless offers up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, with slower 250 Mbps and 100 Mbps options also available, so check your address for fiber first because the fallback speeds may not be enough for busy modern households.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fiber Internet – up to 940 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Oregon
- Fiber Internet – up to 940 MbpsFiber940 MbpsDownload76Our score$75Per month
- CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months (Paperless billing or prepay required; speed may not be available in your area)DSL100 MbpsDownload21Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
CenturyLink is a competitive choice in Albany, with a 76/100 Speed Score that is above the city average of 69. Its Fiber Internet plan is a top-tier option, offering up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75 per month, though it is available to only about 2% of the city. Address availability matters because some locations may instead receive the 100 Mbps down and 10 Mbps up DSL plan, which has a 21/100 Speed Score and limited performance compared to alternatives.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is worth checking, especially for households that can get its excellent fiber plan, but availability is extremely address-dependent. Fiber offers up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75 per month, while the fallback DSL plan reaches only about 2% of Albany and offers up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $55 per month, which may be limiting for modern households, so confirm the faster option is available at your address first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Hunter Communications Inc
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Plans start at $49.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 96% of all internet options in Oregon
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Hunter Communications Inc’s fiber plan offers up to 2500 Mbps both ways, enough for demanding households with 4K streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices. With a Speed Score of 96/100, this fiber plan is a top-tier option and is competitive with Albany’s 69 average, although it reaches about 3% of the city. Address availability matters because the alternative licensed fixed wireless plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a 60/100 Speed Score, so check which technology serves your location.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Hunter Communications Inc
Up to 2500 Mbps both ways on Hunter Communications Inc’s fiber plan is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households. Fiber reaches about 3% of Albany’s census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent, while the fallback fixed wireless plan offers up to 200 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up across about 11% of census blocks and may be adequate for lighter use but not sufficient for demanding modern needs.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Scio Mutual Telephone Association
Speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in Oregon
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Fiber means low-latency performance for demanding uses, with up to 5,000 Mbps download and 5,000 Mbps upload, making Scio Mutual Telephone Association an excellent, top-tier option. This plan has a 97/100 Speed Score, well above Albany’s average top speed score of 69, but fiber availability is limited to 6.8% of the city, so confirm it reaches your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Scio Mutual Telephone Association
Fiber service means excellent performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with speeds up to 5000 Mbps both ways. Scio Mutual Telephone Association is an excellent choice where this plan is available, but its fiber coverage is limited, so check your exact address before relying on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 1 Gig — faster than 76% of all internet options in Oregon
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload76Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Fiber supports smooth streaming, gaming, video calls, and other demanding uses, with Quantum Fiber offering up to 500 Mbps both ways on Fiber 500 or up to 940 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload on Fiber 1 Gig. Both plans have a 76/100 Speed Score, which is above Albany’s city average of 69, making this a good, competitive fiber option. Availability is limited at specific addresses, so check whether Quantum Fiber’s fiber service reaches your home before choosing a plan.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, which is excellent for streaming, video calls, gaming, and households with many connected devices, with up to 940 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload on Fiber 1 Gig or symmetrical up to 500 Mbps on Fiber 500. Both plans have a good 76/100 Speed Score, but availability is limited to 2.6% of Albany, so check your address before counting on these options and compare other providers if they are not available.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Roome Telecommunications Inc
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 79% of all internet options in Oregon
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Households needing fast service for streaming, gaming, remote work, and multiple devices are best suited to Roome’s cable plan, which offers up to 1000/1000 Mbps and has a solid Speed Score of 79/100, above Albany’s 69 average, across about 3% of the city. Because Roome uses multiple technologies, the cable or fiber option may not reach your address. Copper plans offering up to 25/3 Mbps or 10/1 Mbps score just 5/100 and 1/100, respectively, so consider checking other providers first if those are the only options available.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Roome Telecommunications Inc
Households with demanding streaming, gaming, or work needs can find a strong option here, with cable offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload across about 3% of census blocks, plus fiber offering up to 300 Mbps both ways in limited areas. Availability is address-dependent, and the fallback copper plans offer only up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload or up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, so check for the faster cable or fiber option first because copper may not meet modern household needs.
Available Plans
Copper
Cable
Copper
Fiber
Pioneer Telephone Cooperative
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 79% of all internet options in Oregon
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Pioneer Telephone Cooperative offers its best value through fiber, with up to 1000 Mbps download and upload speeds and a Speed Score of 79, making it an excellent choice for demanding home internet use. Availability depends on your address, and locations served only by copper may receive up to 100/20 Mbps with a Speed Score of 21 or less, which has limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Pioneer Telephone Cooperative
The monthly cost can be excellent value at addresses with Pioneer Telephone Cooperative’s fiber, offering up to 1000 Mbps both ways, though that option is highly address-dependent. Elsewhere, the available copper plans top out at up to 100/20 Mbps and may drop to 50/5, 25/3, or 10/1 Mbps, which can be adequate for basic use but may not meet modern streaming, work, or household needs, so check for the fiber option or a faster provider first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 71% of all internet options in Oregon
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload71Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Verizon’s 5G Home is a fixed-wireless connection offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it suitable for everyday browsing, streaming, and many connected devices, though performance can vary. Its 71/100 Speed Score is about the same as the city average of 69, so it is a reasonable option rather than a standout. Availability depends on your specific address, so check eligibility and compare the technologies available there before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon offers fixed wireless 5G Home, which can support everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a good option where wired service is limited. Availability is address-dependent, reaching about 56% of Albany, so check your address first and compare fiber or cable options if available, since fixed wireless can be less consistent for heavy or demanding use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Oregon
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload76Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload76Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Households seeking affordable internet for streaming, browsing, and everyday connected devices may find T-Mobile Rely Home Internet a practical fit, with up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month. Its fixed-wireless Speed Score is 76/100, above Albany’s city average of 69, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired service. Rely is available to about 35% of Albany, so confirm your address before counting on this option.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for smaller households, remote workers, and streamers who want good, above-average fixed wireless speeds at a competitive introductory price. Its plans offer up to 500 Mbps download and a 76/100 Speed Score, but the faster options are available to only about 35% of Albany, so check your address first and compare cable or fiber alternatives if available, since fixed wireless can be less consistent.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 71% of all internet options in Oregon
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
At $40/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air provides up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonable value for everyday use, with a 71/100 Speed Score that is about the same as Albany’s city average of 69. Because this is fixed wireless, availability and real-world consistency depend on your address, so households needing the most reliable performance should check what other technologies are available before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced choice for streaming, work, and everyday browsing, with good, better-than-average performance. This fixed wireless plan is available to about 25% of Albany, and because fixed wireless can be affected by local conditions, check your address and compare faster fiber or cable options first if you need consistently strong performance for multiple users or demanding uploads.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Oregon
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload60Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Satellite service can support everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, but its higher latency may be noticeable for gaming and other real-time use. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 76/100 that is above Albany’s city average of 69, and it is available to 100% of the city. Because satellite performance is more limited than wired options, check what other technologies are available at your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet is widely available and can support everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with Starlink’s Residential Max plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month. Starlink reaches 100.0% of Albany with these plans, but satellite connections typically have higher latency, so check whether a faster fiber or cable option is available at your address before choosing it, especially for gaming or other latency-sensitive use.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in Oregon
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload15Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload5Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 21/100 Speed Score is below Albany’s city average of 69. Satellite service offers limited performance compared with alternatives, especially for latency-sensitive activities, so check what other technologies reach your address before choosing; Fusion is available to 100% of Albany.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service has below-average performance and may not be the best value for modern streaming, gaming, or work needs. All three plans are available to 100% of Albany, though you should check your address for faster fiber or cable options first, since HughesNet is mainly a fallback where those services are unavailable.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 81% of all internet options in Oregon
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload19Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload12Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Albany
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Albany, with a headline Speed Score of 19/100 versus the city average of 69. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability to 100% of the city. Satellite service can have higher latency and less consistent real-world performance, so check what other providers and technologies reach your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a backup option rather than a first choice, since its satellite plans offer below-average performance and can have higher latency. Viasat Essentials is the better value, with up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month; both are available to 100% of Albany, but you should check your address for faster fiber or cable service first if you need reliable streaming, gaming, or multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Albany
All 27 product lines from the 10 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 27 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload60Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload86Our score$100Per month~64.1%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~64.1%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$55Per month~64.1%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month~64.1%CoverageCable
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$60Per month~55.7%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload76Our score$35$50Per month~35.4%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$60Per month~35.4%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload76Our score$55$70Per month~35.4%CoverageFixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Albany
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps where available for shared streaming, browsing, and video calls.
Its 300 Mbps plan reaches about 64% of Albany, including substantial coverage in South Albany.
Check first: Verify the address because Xfinity's 2,000 Mbps tier reaches only about 7%.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Ziply Fiber where available for symmetrical fiber performance and dependable video meetings.
Ziply's 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 18% of Albany, supporting strong upload performance.
Check first: Ziply reaches about 18% citywide, so confirm service at the exact address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Ziply Fiber where available; otherwise consider Xfinity's 1 Gig plan.
Ziply's 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 18%, while Xfinity's 1 Gig reaches about 64%.
Check first: Xfinity's 2 Gig tier reaches only about 7%, despite broader lower-tier availability.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Alyrica as the broadest non-satellite backup, or satellite service where fixed options miss.
Alyrica's overall footprint reaches about 87%, with its common 200 Mbps tier reaching about 22%.
Check first: Alyrica's fastest common tier is 200 Mbps; verify the available tier at your address.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Albany
West Albany 97321
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fast symmetrical fiber.
Ziply Fiber reaches about 45% of ZIP 97321 with fiber service up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps.
South Albany 97322
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity reaches about 52% of ZIP 97322 with cable service up to 1,200/35 Mbps.
West Albany 97321
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for multi-user homes, remote work, gaming, and 4K streaming.
Ziply Fiber leads this ZIP with 45.1% best-address share.
South Albany 97322
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for most households with regular streaming and work-from-home needs.
Xfinity leads this ZIP with 52.2% best-address share.
Internet providers near Albany
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Albany, check the neighboring market directly.
Albany Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Albany, OR?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, offering cable up to 2,000 Mbps where that tier reaches about 7% of Albany. If it reaches your address, Ziply Fiber is the faster choice with 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 18%.
What is the fastest internet in Albany, OR?
Ziply Fiber is fastest where available, offering 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 18% of Albany. Xfinity is the best overall provider, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 7%, so address-level availability determines the choice.
Which internet provider covers the most of Albany, OR?
Alyrica has the largest non-satellite footprint, reaching about 87% of Albany overall. Satellite service is available everywhere, while Alyrica is the broadest fixed-wireless backup when Xfinity or fiber does not reach an address.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Albany, OR?
Ziply Fiber Fiber 100/100 is the cheapest plan at a promotional starting rate of $20 per month for 100 Mbps, reaching about 18% of Albany. Check the address first, because this lowest-priced option is not citywide.
Can I get fiber internet in Albany?
Fiber reaches about 18% of Albany through Ziply Fiber, whose 6,000/6,000 Mbps tier is available within that footprint. Other fiber options have smaller footprints, including Peak Internet at about 5% and Quantum Fiber at about 3%, so address verification is essential.
What internet speed do I need in Albany?
A 300 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for many Albany households, and Xfinity's 300 Mbps tier reaches about 64% of the city. Larger households, frequent uploads, and heavy streaming may benefit from Ziply Fiber's symmetrical service where its roughly 18% footprint reaches.
Which internet provider is strongest in West Albany?
Ziply Fiber reaches about 45% of ZIP 97321 in West Albany, with fiber speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps. Xfinity reaches about 40% there with cable up to 1,200/35 Mbps, so compare the exact address before choosing.
How We Analyze Internet in Albany
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Albany report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Albany
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.