Bellingham, WA Internet
Internet Providers in Bellingham, WA
Compare every internet provider in Bellingham, WA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedRoles count plans reaching at least 5% of Bellingham. Faster only in small pockets: Quantum Fiber Fiber 8G up to 8,000 Mbps (~2% of the city); Ziply Fiber Fiber 5 Gig up to 5,000 Mbps (~2% of the city).
Xfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 1,200 Mbps reaching about 84% of the city. Quantum Fiber is fastest where available, with fiber speeds up to 2,000/1,000 Mbps reaching about 18% of the city, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice. CenturyLink is the broadest backup where Xfinity does not reach, mostly DSL across about 72% of the city, with its common DSL tier reaching up to 60 Mbps across about 15%.
In ZIP 98229, Xfinity dominates at about 87%, while 98228 is similarly cable-heavy at about 84%, making those areas straightforward unless your address falls into a smaller fiber pocket. ZIP 98227 is more mixed, with Astound Broadband fiber reaching about 32%, while Fairhaven splits its leading coverage between Xfinity and Quantum Fiber at about 36% each. Barkley also leans Xfinity, but Columbia and Happy Valley, especially student apartments near Western Washington University, Whatcom Community College, and Bellingham Technical College, can have very different building-level choices and may still be stuck on older DSL or copper. Fixed wireless from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T can be worth checking for a budget-minded connection, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Bellingham, WA
Best plan here: 1.2 Gig — faster than 85% of all internet options in Washington
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. 2 Gig scores higher but reaches ~5%.
- 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 MbpsDownload85Our 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 Bellingham
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan reaches about 84% of Bellingham, giving many shoppers a strong chance of finding service at their address. With up to 1200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload, plus a Speed Score of 85/100 above the city average of 64, it is a solid, reliable cable option for most households, though exact plan availability remains address-dependent.
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 84.6% of Bellingham, so many local households have a good chance of getting its service. Its cable plans offer excellent options for most modern needs, including up to 1.2 Gig with 35 Mbps upload available to about 84% of the city, plus up to 2 Gig in a small part of town; check your address because the fastest option is not available everywhere.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber Internet – 940 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Washington
- Fiber Internet – 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 MbpsDownload23Our 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 Bellingham
CenturyLink is a strong choice in Bellingham when its fiber service is available. The Fiber Internet plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 76/100, above the city average of 64, and is available to about 19% of the city. Address availability matters because CenturyLink also offers slower DSL, so check which technology and speed your address can receive 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 CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a strong choice at addresses with its fiber plan, but its other option may be too limited for modern households. Fiber offers excellent speeds of up to 940 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload for $75 per month, though it is available to about 19% of Bellingham, while the fallback DSL plan reaches about 3% and offers only up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $55 per month, so check your address for fiber or another faster provider first.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 90% of all internet options in Washington
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. Fiber 8G scores higher but reaches ~2%.
- Fiber 8GFiber8,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$150Per month
- Fiber 3GFiber3,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$70Per month
- 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 Bellingham
Fiber is an excellent choice for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and work, and Quantum Fiber’s headline Speed Score of 90/100 is above Bellingham’s city average of 64. The Fiber 2G plan offers up to 2,000 Mbps download and 1,000 Mbps upload with a 90/100 Speed Score, but it is available to only about 19% of the city, so confirm fiber service 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 Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with plans offering up to 8,000 Mbps both ways. Availability is address-dependent, though, so check your address for the faster fiber options, including up to 940 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload or up to 500 Mbps both ways, rather than assuming every home can get the same plan.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 90% of all internet options in Washington
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 Bellingham
Astound Broadband is a top-tier option in Bellingham, led by its fiber plan with up to 2000 Mbps download and 2000 Mbps upload, a 90/100 Speed Score, and coverage of about 4% of the city. That fiber score is above the city’s 64 average, but the best technology may not reach your address because Astound uses multiple network types. Where fiber is unavailable, its cable plan is still a solid option with up to 1500 Mbps download, 50 Mbps upload, and an 89/100 Speed Score.
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 an excellent option at some Bellingham addresses, offering fiber with up to 2000 Mbps both ways and cable with up to 1500 Mbps download, though fiber reaches only about 4% of census blocks while cable reaches about 17%. Availability is address-dependent, and the copper fallback, with up to 1000 Mbps download but only 10 Mbps upload in about 2% of census blocks, may not be sufficient for demanding modern needs, so check which technology your address qualifies for.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Fiber 5 Gig — faster than 98% of all internet options in Washington
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$80Per 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 MbpsDownload23Our 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 Bellingham
Fiber provides low-latency performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, making Ziply Fiber’s up to 5,000 Mbps both ways Fiber 5 Gig an excellent, top-tier option with a 98/100 Speed Score, above Bellingham’s city average of 64. That plan is available to 2% of the city, so confirm fiber service at your address because the best technology and speeds may not reach every location. Lower-priced fiber options include up to 300/300 Mbps for $30 per month with a 71/100 Speed Score and up to 100/100 Mbps for $20 per month with a 23/100 Speed Score.
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 is Ziply Fiber’s standout option, offering symmetrical service with up to 5,000 Mbps, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households. The fiber plans shown here, including up to 2,000 Mbps and 1,000 Mbps options, are available to about 2% of Bellingham, so check your address first because Ziply’s faster service is highly location-dependent.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
San Juan Cable
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 79% of all internet options in Washington
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 Bellingham
Households needing fast, balanced performance should look for San Juan Cable’s fiber plan, which offers up to 1000 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up with a 79/100 Speed Score, above Bellingham’s 64 average. Its cable plan is more limited at up to 100 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up with a 23/100 Speed Score, so homes limited to that tier should consider checking other providers first. Availability is highly address-dependent, since the fiber plan covers only about 0% of the city while San Juan Cable’s overall card shows 1.1% coverage.
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 San Juan Cable
San Juan Cable can suit households that need top performance, since its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps both ways, but it is available in only about 0% of census blocks in Bellingham. At other addresses, the cable fallback offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload across about 1% of census blocks, which may be adequate for lighter use but could feel limiting for busy modern households, so check for faster options first.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 71% of all internet options in Washington
- 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 Bellingham
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it an adequate option for everyday browsing, streaming, and connected-home use, though performance can vary more than with wired connections. Its 5G Home plan has a Speed Score of 71/100, above Bellingham’s city average of 64, so it is a competitive choice where available. This plan reaches about 44% of the city, so check your address to confirm eligibility and whether the service meets your needs.
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 several connected devices, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber. This plan is available to about 44% of Bellingham and costs $60 per month for 12 months with Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid mobile unlimited plan, so check your address and compare faster fiber or cable options before choosing it.
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 Washington
- 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 Bellingham
Budget-conscious households that need everyday streaming, work, and browsing can consider T-Mobile’s fixed-wireless Rely plan, with up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35/mo, while its other options reach up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload. T-Mobile’s 76/100 Speed Score is above Bellingham’s 64 city average, but fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired service. Availability is address-specific, with these plans listed for about 32% of the city, and promotional pricing requires qualifying credit, a new internet line, and a postpaid voice line bundle.
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 reasonable fit for households that want good everyday speeds without fiber or cable, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 76/100. The plans require a qualifying bundle with a postpaid voice line, and availability is address-dependent, with the listed plans reaching about 32% of Bellingham, so check your address first and compare faster fiber or cable options if available.
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 Washington
- 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 Bellingham
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, a good value for everyday browsing, streaming, and many work-from-home needs. Its 71/100 Speed Score is above Bellingham’s 64 average, making it a competitive choice, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 28% of the city, so check 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 AT&T
At $40 per month for the first 12 months, AT&T Internet Air gives you up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, which is a good value for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber. With a Speed Score of 71/100, it is a better-than-average option where available, but coverage reaches about 28% of Bellingham, so check your address first and compare faster wired options before choosing.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Washington
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload65Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload23Our 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 Bellingham
Starlink uses satellite internet, offering up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload on Residential Max, but its higher latency can be noticeable for gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. That plan is available to 100% of Bellingham and has a 76/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 64, though households should still check other options at their address for potentially lower-latency 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 Starlink
Starlink uses satellite internet, so it can provide broad reach and useful speeds for streaming and everyday browsing, but its higher latency may affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Its fastest choice, Residential Max, offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, while 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans cost $85 and $55, respectively, all with 100.0% availability in Bellingham, so check your address for fiber or cable first if low latency and consistently strong performance are important.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 77% of all internet options in Washington
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload23Our 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 Bellingham
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, but its 23/100 Speed Score is below Bellingham’s city average of 64. Satellite’s higher latency and limited performance compared with other technologies make it worth checking what else reaches your address, even though Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Bellingham.
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
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $49.99 to $119.99, buying up to 25, 50, or 100 Mbps download and 3 or 5 Mbps upload over satellite, which is below average for modern internet needs. The listed plans reach 100.0% of Bellingham, but check your address for fiber or cable first, since HughesNet is mainly a fallback for basic browsing and satellite latency and speeds may frustrate streaming, video calls, and gaming.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 80% of all internet options in Washington
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload20Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload13Our 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 Bellingham
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Bellingham, with a headline Speed Score of 20/100 versus the city average of 64. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan reaches 100% of the city and offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, but satellite service can have higher latency, so 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 a backup option rather than a top choice for most modern internet needs, since its satellite plans offer below-average speeds 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 costs $99.99 per month for up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload; both are available to 100% of Bellingham, but you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Bellingham
All 30 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 30 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 MbpsDownload85Our score$100Per month~84.4%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~84.4%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload65Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$55Per month~84.4%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month~84.4%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~44.4%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~32.1%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~32.1%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~32.1%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 Bellingham
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40 monthly promotional starting rate, reaching about 84% of Bellingham.
Its cable footprint reaches most addresses, including strong coverage in Barkley and ZIP 98229.
Check first: Confirm availability and final promotional conditions at your specific address.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Quantum Fiber where available for symmetrical fiber speeds, including 2,000/1,000 Mbps reaching about 19%.
Fiber can provide stronger upload performance for video meetings, backups, and large work files.
Check first: Quantum Fiber's fastest tiers reach only limited portions of Bellingham.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Xfinity 1.2 Gig where available, reaching about 84% of Bellingham.
Its cable tier combines high download capacity with the city's broadest major wired footprint.
Check first: The 2 Gig tier reaches only about 5% of the city.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55 monthly promotional starting rate, available everywhere.
Satellite service is available everywhere when wired providers do not reach the address.
Check first: Verify installation conditions and equipment requirements before ordering.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Bellingham
Fairhaven 98225
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity reaches about 36% of Fairhaven, matching Quantum Fiber's overall ZIP share.
Barkley 98226
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Mainstream cable plans.
Xfinity reaches about 63% of Barkley, while Astound Broadband reaches about 16%.
ZIP 98229
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broadest local wired option.
Xfinity reaches about 87% of ZIP 98229, substantially exceeding Astound Broadband's roughly 4%.
ZIP 98227
Astound Broadband is currently the strongest option for Fiber availability.
Astound Broadband fiber reaches about 32% of ZIP 98227, ahead of Xfinity's roughly 29%.
ZIP 98228
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for High-coverage cable service.
Xfinity reaches about 84% of ZIP 98228, while CenturyLink fiber reaches about 2%.
Internet providers near Bellingham
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Bellingham, check the neighboring market directly.
Bellingham Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Bellingham, WA?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,200 Mbps reaching about 84% of Bellingham. Quantum Fiber is faster where available, offering up to 2,000/1,000 Mbps but reaching only about 19%, so verify your address before choosing it.
What is the fastest internet in Bellingham, WA?
Quantum Fiber is fastest where available, with 2,000/1,000 Mbps reaching about 19% of Bellingham. Xfinity's 1,200 Mbps cable tier reaches about 84%, making it the more broadly available high-speed choice for many addresses.
Which internet provider covers the most of Bellingham, WA?
Xfinity has the largest non-satellite footprint at about 85% of Bellingham. Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat are available everywhere, but Xfinity is the broadest wired provider for addresses seeking cable service.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Bellingham, WA?
Ziply Fiber Fiber 100/100 is the cheapest listed plan at a $20 monthly promotional starting rate for 100 Mbps, reaching about 2% of Bellingham; promotional conditions are not specified. It is inexpensive but has a very limited local footprint, so confirm address eligibility.
Can I get fiber internet in Bellingham?
Quantum Fiber's 1 Gig fiber reaches about 23% of Bellingham, while Ziply Fiber's 100/100 fiber reaches about 2%. Fiber availability varies sharply by address, so check the exact location rather than relying on a provider's overall city footprint.
What internet speed do I need in Bellingham?
A 300 Mbps plan supports many households, while 500 Mbps or more suits multiple simultaneous streams, gaming, and remote work. Xfinity's 300 Mbps tier reaches about 84% of Bellingham, and T-Mobile's 400 Mbps plan reaches about 32%.
What internet providers are available in Fairhaven?
Fairhaven's ZIP 98225 shows Xfinity and Quantum Fiber each reaching about 36%, with Astound Broadband fiber reaching about 8%. Compare the exact technologies and tiers at your address because ZIP-level coverage does not guarantee service at every home.
How We Analyze Internet in Bellingham
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 Bellingham report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Bellingham
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.