Salem, OR Internet
Internet Providers in Salem, OR
Compare every internet provider in Salem, 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 43% of Salem, while its overall footprint reaches about 71% of the city. If Ziply Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps reaching about 5% of the city. Where Xfinity does not reach, CenturyLink is the safe fallback, mostly DSL, with its overall footprint at about 69% and its fastest common DSL tier, up to 140 Mbps, reaching about 12%.
Local results vary sharply: Xfinity leads West Salem, reaching about 77% of the ZIP, and it also leads ZIP 97303 at about 79%. South Salem is more competitive, with Xfinity at about 36% and Quantum Fiber at about 33%, making fiber a realistic possibility there. Highland Neighborhood similarly mixes Xfinity at about 37% with Hunter Communications fiber at about 35%, while ZIP 97306 leans heavily toward Xfinity and older cable tiers. Students at Willamette University, Corban University, and Chemeketa Community College should check apartment infrastructure, since some buildings may still rely on slower DSL or copper. Fixed wireless providers can fill gaps, but coverage changes street by street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Salem, 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 Salem
Xfinity’s cable service reaches about 71% of Salem on its 1 Gig plan, giving many households a reasonable chance of qualifying. Cable is a solid option, and the 2 Gig plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 90/100, above Salem’s city average of 69, though it is available to only about 43% of the city. Check your address to confirm which plan and speed tier are actually 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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 70.6% of Salem, giving many households a solid chance of getting its cable service. It offers excellent options for most modern needs, including plans with up to 2000 Mbps and up to 1200 Mbps, though the fastest tiers and exact choices are address-dependent, so check your address before deciding.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
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 Salem
Up to 2500 Mbps both ways is well suited to heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices at once. Hunter Communications Inc’s fiber plan is a top-tier option, with a Speed Score of 96/100, but it reaches about 9% of Salem, so availability depends on your address. Where fiber is unavailable, the licensed fixed wireless plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 60/100, so consider checking other providers first for stronger performance.
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 2,500 Mbps both ways on Hunter Communications Inc’s fiber plan can comfortably handle demanding work, streaming, gaming, and multiple connected devices at once. That excellent fiber option is address-dependent and reaches about 9% of Salem’s census blocks, while the provider’s licensed fixed wireless fallback offers up to 200 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload across about 45% of blocks, which may be adequate for basic household use but less suitable for heavier modern needs, so check your address for fiber first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
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 Salem
CenturyLink is a competitive choice in Salem, led by its good fiber option with a 76/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 69. Fiber offers up to 940 Mbps both ways, but it reaches only about 11% of the city, so the faster technology may not be available at your address. Where only the 100 Mbps DSL plan is available, its 21/100 Speed Score and up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload represent 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 CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a good option for demanding internet use only where its fiber plan is available. Fiber offers up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75 per month, with good speeds and availability to about 11% of Salem, while the DSL fallback reaches about 27% and offers only up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, which may be inadequate for busy households, so check your address for fiber or another faster provider first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Best plan here: Gig WiFi — faster than 79% of all internet options in Oregon
- Gig WiFi$200 Gift CardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$40Per month
Source: Astound Broadband 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 Salem
Astound Broadband is a strong, competitive choice in Salem, with its Gig WiFi fiber plan earning a 79/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 69. It offers up to 1,000 Mbps download and 1,500 Mbps upload for $40 per month, plus a $200 reward card, making it a top-tier option for demanding use. Fiber availability is address-dependent and reaches about 2% of the city, so confirm that this plan is offered 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 Astound Broadband
Astound Broadband is a strong choice for demanding internet use, but its best option is available at only about 2% of Salem addresses. Its Gig WiFi fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1500 Mbps upload for $40 per month, plus a $200 reward card, with a good 79/100 Speed Score, so check your address to see whether this excellent option is available.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 90% of all internet options in Oregon
- Fiber 2GFiber2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$70Per month
- 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
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 Salem
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency connectivity and demanding uses, with Quantum Fiber’s Fiber 2G plan offering up to 2000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload. Its 90/100 Speed Score is above Salem’s city average of 69, making it a top-tier option, though Fiber 2G is available to only about 13% of the city, so availability depends on 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 Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, an excellent connection for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with up to 2,000 Mbps download and 1,000 Mbps upload on its Fiber 2G plan. Its fiber service reaches only about 13% of Salem for that plan, so availability is highly address-dependent, but where offered, the Fiber 500 and Fiber 1 Gig plans also provide strong, symmetrical speeds up to 500 Mbps or 940 Mbps.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Alyrica
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 60% of all internet options in Oregon
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
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salem
Up to 200 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload is suitable for HD streaming, video calls, and everyday household use. Alyrica’s Licensed Fixed Wireless 200/40 Mbps plan scores 60/100 and reaches about 1% of Salem, so its performance is limited compared with alternatives and you may want to check other providers first. Alyrica also offers 200/40 Mbps through Lbr Fixed Wireless, but the best technology and plan available depend on your specific 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 Alyrica
Up to 200 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload can handle HD streaming, video calls, online gaming, and several connected devices, though fixed wireless performance can vary. Availability is highly address-dependent, with the 200/40 Mbps options reaching about 1% of Salem census blocks, while Alyrica’s more widely available 50/10 Mbps Lbr fixed wireless plan reaches about 48% and may feel limiting for busy modern households, so check for faster internet options at your address first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr 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 Salem
Fiber provides low-latency performance that is well suited to streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, and Ziply Fiber’s top-tier Fiber 5 Gig plan offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways with a 97/100 Speed Score. That score is above Salem’s city average of 69, making Ziply Fiber a competitive choice, though this plan is available to about 5% of the city. Check your address carefully because the fiber plans may not reach every Ziply Fiber service location, and lower-speed options can offer a different experience.
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
Fiber provides excellent performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, and Ziply offers symmetrical plans from up to 100 Mbps to up to 5,000 Mbps, with prices starting at $20 per month. These fiber plans are available to about 5% of Salem, so check your address first because Ziply is a strong option where service is available but may not help if its fiber network does not reach you.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Datavision Communications
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 Salem
Homes with heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users should find Datavision Communications’ fiber appealing, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload, plus a Speed Score of 79/100 that is above Salem’s average top speed score of 69. This is a strong, competitive fiber option, but it reaches only 3.4% of Salem, so confirm that fiber service is available at your specific 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 Datavision Communications
Datavision Communications is a strong fit for homes that need fast, reliable internet for streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices. Its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload, with good performance, but availability is limited to about 3% of Salem’s census blocks, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Stayton Cooperative Telephone Company
Speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Price Not listed
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 Salem
Households that stream heavily, game online, work from home, or have many connected devices can consider Stayton Cooperative Telephone Company’s fiber plans, including up to 2500 Mbps symmetrical service with a Speed Score of 96/100, a top-tier option available to about 1% of Salem. Its up to 1000/1000 Mbps fiber plan also scores 79/100 and is a strong choice where available, but the best technology depends on your specific address. The copper plans range from up to 100/50 Mbps with a score of 21/100 down to 10/1 Mbps with a score of 1/100, so check other providers first if fiber is not 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 Stayton Cooperative Telephone Company
Stayton Cooperative Telephone Company can suit households that want fast, reliable internet, especially where its fiber is available, with up to 2500 Mbps both ways and up to 1000 Mbps both ways. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 1% and 2% of Salem’s census blocks for those plans, while the fallback copper options reach up to 100 Mbps down and 50 Mbps up and may be limiting for busy modern households, so check your address for fiber or other faster providers first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Best plan here: Internet Gig 1 Gig — faster than 79% of all internet options in Oregon
- Internet Gig 1 Gig$60/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier 500 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable500 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
- Internet 100$30/mo for 12 months (new residential customers only (no Spectrum service in past 30 days); limited-time offer; not available in all areas)Cable100 MbpsDownload21Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum 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
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salem
Spectrum’s Internet Gig offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, enough for multiple simultaneous 4K streams, gaming, video calls, and busy connected households. As a cable plan with a 79/100 Speed Score, it is a solid, above-average option in Salem, where that score is above the city average of 69. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 2% of the city, so confirm that Internet Gig is offered at your address 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 Spectrum
Spectrum’s cable service offers up to 1,000 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, which is plenty for streaming, gaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices. The faster 1,000 Mbps and 500 Mbps plans are available to about 2% of Salem, so this is a strong option only at eligible addresses, while the 100 Mbps plan may be adequate for basic use but could feel limiting for busy modern households.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Gervais Telephone Company
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 Salem
Gervais Telephone Company is a competitive choice in Salem when its fiber is available, with up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 79/100, above the city’s 69 average. Fiber reaches about 2% of Salem, so availability depends on your specific address, while the copper plan offers only up to 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 1/100. For copper service, consider checking other providers first because its performance is limited compared with 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 Gervais Telephone Company
Gervais Telephone Company is worth checking primarily for fiber, but it is not a broadly available option in Salem. Its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 79/100, reaching 2.4% of census blocks, while the address-dependent copper option tops out at 10 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload, which may not be enough for modern households, so check for faster options at your address first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
DirectLink
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 Salem
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload on DirectLink fiber can comfortably handle streaming, gaming, video calls, and many connected devices, with a 79/100 Speed Score that is competitive with Salem’s 69 average. Fiber reaches about 2% of Salem, so availability is address-specific, and locations limited to the 30/5 Mbps copper plan with a 12/100 score or the 10/1 Mbps copper plan with a 1/100 score should consider checking other providers first because performance is limited compared with 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 DirectLink
Up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload on DirectLink’s fiber plan can comfortably handle streaming, video calls, gaming, and several users online at once. Fiber is available at about 2% of census blocks, so check your address carefully, since the fallback copper plans, up to 30 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up or 10 Mbps down and 1 Mbps up, may be limited to basic browsing and should prompt you to look for faster options first.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
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 Salem
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless connection offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is adequate for streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, though wireless performance can vary. Its 5G Home plan earns a 71/100 Speed Score, about the same as Salem’s city average of 69, but availability and the best real-world experience depend on your specific 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 Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and typical household use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. This plan reaches about 52% of Salem and has a good 71/100 Speed Score, but availability is address-dependent, so check your exact address before signing up and compare fiber or cable options first if they are available.
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 Salem
For budget-conscious households that need internet for streaming, work, and everyday use, T-Mobile’s Rely Home Internet is an adequate fixed-wireless option with up to 400 Mbps download, 50 Mbps upload, and a 76/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 69. The plan costs $35 per month for 12 months, then $50, but availability is address-specific and reaches about 60% of Salem, so check your address before expecting service or comparing its performance with other available technologies.
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 households that want solid everyday internet, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a good 76/100 Speed Score. Availability is address-dependent, with the listed plans reaching about 60% of Salem, so check your address before relying on T-Mobile, especially if you need consistently strong performance for heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
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 Salem
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air provides up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 71/100 that is about the same as Salem’s city average of 69. Fixed wireless can be an adequate value for everyday browsing, streaming, and work, though its performance may be less consistent than wired options. This plan is available to about 30% of Salem addresses, so check your specific address before relying on its availability.
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 good value for up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 71/100, making it suitable for streaming, video calls, and everyday use. It uses fixed wireless rather than fiber or cable, and availability is address-dependent, reaching about 30% of Salem, so check your address first and compare faster wired options if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Peak Internet
Speeds up to 400 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 76% 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salem
For the price, Peak Internet’s best value is its Lbr Fixed Wireless plan with up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, earning a 76/100 Speed Score. Fixed wireless is a reasonable option, though it can be less consistent than wired service, and this plan is available to about 2% of Salem, so check your address before relying on the advertised performance.
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 quoted for you, Peak Internet offers up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload over fixed wireless, a good but not excellent option where available. The fastest plan reaches about 2% of census blocks, so availability is highly address-dependent, and the slower fallback plans may not be sufficient for modern households, making it wise to check for faster fiber or cable service first.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr 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 Salem
Satellite internet provides broad connectivity, but its higher latency can be noticeable during gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a 76/100 Speed Score that is above Salem’s city average of 69 and availability at 100.0% of the city. Because wired connections typically deliver more consistent performance than satellite, check the options available at your specific address before choosing Starlink.
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 can reach homes that lack wired service, with Starlink offering up to 400 Mbps downloads and 40 Mbps uploads for everyday streaming, video calls, and browsing, though satellite connections can have higher latency. Its Residential Max plan has a Speed Score of 76/100 and is available to 100% of Salem, but because satellite is generally more limited than fiber or cable, check your address for faster wired options first if they are available.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
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 Salem
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload through a satellite connection. Its Speed Score is 21/100, below Salem’s city average of 69, so it offers limited performance compared with alternatives, particularly for latency-sensitive activities. Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Salem, but check your address and other available technologies before choosing satellite service.
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 $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys you up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its Speed Score of 21/100 reflects a below-average satellite connection, and the price rises to $119.99/mo afterward. Select costs $49.99/mo for the first 12 months for up to 50 Mbps, while Lite costs $39.99/mo for up to 25 Mbps, so check whether faster fiber or cable service is available at your address before choosing this satellite fallback, despite HughesNet reaching 100.0% of Salem.
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
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Salem
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Salem, 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 at 100% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and address-specific conditions, check what other technologies are available at your 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 mainly an adequate fallback, not a top choice for modern internet needs, because its satellite plans offer only up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Both plans are available to 100% of Salem, but satellite service has high latency and below-average performance, so it is worth checking your address for faster fiber or cable options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Salem
All 32 product lines from the 12 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 32 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per 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~70.5%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload60Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~70.5%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$55Per month~70.5%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month~70.5%CoverageCable
- 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~59.5%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~59.5%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~59.5%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$100Per month~43.3%CoverageCable
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 Salem
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40/mo promotional starting rate where its 71% plan reach applies.
Xfinity reaches about 71% with 300 Mbps, supporting shared streaming, coursework, and video calls.
Check first: Confirm the address because Xfinity's 2 Gig tier reaches only about 43%.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Ziply Fiber where available for symmetrical fiber speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps.
Ziply's fiber reaches about 5%, while Hunter fiber reaches about 9% at 2,500/2,500 Mbps.
Check first: Fiber availability is highly address-specific despite strong speeds where service exists.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Pick Xfinity 1.2 Gig where available, or Ziply Fiber for symmetrical service at eligible addresses.
Xfinity's 1,200 Mbps cable tier reaches about 71%; Ziply's 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 5%.
Check first: Do not assume Xfinity's 2 Gig tier shares the broader 1.2 Gig footprint.
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Start with Hunter Communications Inc where fiber is available near campus-heavy areas.
Shared apartments need stable upload and download performance for Zoom, streaming, and concurrent device use.
Check first: Confirm your exact building is wired for the advertised plan tier before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Salem
Highland Neighborhood 97301
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity's 2,000 Mbps cable tier covers about 37% of 97301, while Hunter fiber reaches about 35%.
South Salem 97302
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for High-speed cable options.
Xfinity reaches about 36% with 1,200 Mbps and about 21% with 2,000 Mbps in 97302.
West Salem 97304
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broadest local wired choice.
Xfinity's 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 77% of 97304, with its 1,200 Mbps tier reaching another 9%.
Chemeketa Community College 97305
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Shared household connectivity.
Xfinity covers about 44% of 97305 with 2,000 Mbps cable, while Astound fiber reaches about 15%.
ZIP 97308
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Cable reach and speed.
Xfinity's 2,000 Mbps cable tier covers about 43% of 97308, closely followed by Hunter fiber at about 40%.
Internet providers near Salem
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Salem, check the neighboring market directly.
Salem Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Salem, OR?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 43% of Salem. If Ziply Fiber reaches your address, its 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber is the faster choice, but that tier reaches only about 5%.
What is the fastest internet in Salem, OR?
Ziply Fiber is fastest where available, offering fiber up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps across about 5% of Salem. Xfinity is the best overall choice, with its 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaching about 43%.
Which internet provider covers the most of Salem, OR?
T-Mobile covers the most of Salem, reaching about 86% of the city, the widest footprint of any wired or fixed-wireless provider. Satellite from Starlink and HughesNet reaches every address but with higher latency.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Salem, OR?
Ziply Fiber Fiber 100/100 is the cheapest plan at a $20/mo promotional starting rate for 100 Mbps, reaching about 5% of Salem. It is the minimum-priced plan citywide, but availability is limited to eligible addresses.
Can I get fiber internet in Salem?
Ziply Fiber's 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 5% of Salem, while Hunter's 2,500/2,500 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 9%. Check your address because fiber footprints are much smaller than some providers' overall coverage.
What internet speed do I need in Salem?
A 300 Mbps plan covers common household streaming and video calls, and Xfinity's 300 Mbps plan reaches about 71% of Salem. Larger shared households may prefer 1,200 Mbps Xfinity service, which reaches about 71%, where available.
What internet providers are available in West Salem?
West Salem's ZIP 97304 lists Xfinity at about 77% for 2,000 Mbps cable, plus about 9% for 1,200 Mbps cable. Confirm your address because Spectrum and Hunter have smaller listed footprints there.
How We Analyze Internet in Salem
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 Salem report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Salem
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.