Edmonds, WA Internet
Internet Providers in Edmonds, WA
Compare every internet provider in Edmonds, WA: 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 100% of Edmonds. If Ziply Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps reaching about 96% of the city.
In Edmonds Bowl, Ziply Fiber is the clear local winner, covering about 96% of ZIP 98020 with that fiber tier, while Xfinity covers about 4%. Five Corners is even more fiber-forward, with Ziply Fiber reaching about 98% of ZIP 98026 and Xfinity covering about 2%, so those neighborhoods are strong places to check for symmetrical upload speeds. Westgate and Perrinville still call for an address-level check, because city-wide coverage does not guarantee the same provider or technology on every block. Astound Broadband is worth a look only where its small local footprint reaches, offering cable speeds up to 1,500 Mbps or fiber speeds up to 2,000/2,000 Mbps. Fixed wireless from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T can be a practical budget-oriented alternative, but coverage and speeds vary, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Edmonds, WA
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 90% of all internet options in Washington
- 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 Edmonds
Xfinity’s 2 Gig cable plan reaches about 100% of Edmonds, giving most shoppers a strong chance of getting service at their address. With up to 2,000 Mbps download, 35 Mbps upload, and a 90/100 Speed Score, it is a solid, competitive cable option above the city’s 52 average. Exact plan availability still depends on your address, and fiber alternatives may offer lower latency and stronger upload performance where 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 99.7% of Edmonds, so most residents have a strong chance of getting its cable service. With plans offering up to 2,000 Mbps and a Speed Score of 90/100, it is an excellent choice for streaming, gaming, and busy households, though exact plan availability can vary slightly by address.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
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 Edmonds
Fiber is an excellent choice for everyday use, with low latency and symmetrical performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and large uploads. Ziply Fiber’s Fiber 5 Gig plan offers up to 5000 Mbps both ways and a 98/100 Speed Score, above Edmonds’ city average of 52, making it a top-tier option. Fiber 5 Gig is available to about 96% of Edmonds, so confirm that this technology and plan reach 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 Ziply Fiber
Fiber is Ziply’s strength in Edmonds, with excellent service for streaming, gaming, work, and multiple connected devices, including up to 5000 Mbps both ways on its top plan. The fastest Fiber 5 Gig option is available to about 96% of the city, so check your address because availability varies even though Ziply’s fiber plans are generally a strong choice.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
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 Edmonds
Astound Broadband is a top-tier option in Edmonds, led by its fiber plan with up to 2,000 Mbps download and upload speeds and a Speed Score of 90/100, well above the city average. Fiber availability varies by address and covers about 2% of the city, so it may not reach every shopper. Where fiber is unavailable, Astound’s cable plan is still a solid option, offering up to 1,500 Mbps download, 50 Mbps upload, and a Speed Score of 89/100.
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 speed where it is available in Edmonds. Eligible addresses can get fiber with up to 2000 Mbps both ways or cable with up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, but these options are address-dependent, so check your exact location before relying on Astound.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
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 Edmonds
Verizon’s 5G Home fixed wireless plan offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is suitable for everyday streaming, browsing, and remote work, though performance can vary more than with wired connections. Its 71/100 Speed Score is above Edmonds’ city average of 52, making it a competitive option, but availability and real-world performance depend on your exact 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 wireless performance can vary. This plan reaches about 62% of Edmonds and costs $60 per month for 12 months with Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan, so check your address and compare faster 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 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 Edmonds
For households with moderate internet needs, T-Mobile’s fixed wireless plans offer up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload, with a 76/100 Speed Score that is above Edmonds’ city average of 52. Fixed wireless is an adequate option, but it can be more affected by signal and congestion than wired connections, so it is worth checking performance at your address. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 82% of the city, and actual availability and performance depend on your service location and required 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 good fit for households that want solid everyday performance, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 76/100. Availability is address-dependent, with the 500 Mbps plans reaching about 82% of Edmonds, and the required voice-line bundle means you should compare the total cost and check your address before signing up.
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 Edmonds
At $40/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 71/100 that is above Edmonds’ city average of 52. Fixed wireless can be adequate for everyday use but may be less consistent than wired service, and this plan is available to 64.5% of the city, so confirm availability and expected performance 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 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 option with good, above-average performance for everyday streaming, work, and browsing. This fixed wireless plan is available to about 65% of Edmonds and can be adequate for many households, but performance may vary by address, so check whether a faster fiber or cable option is available before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Edmonds
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 23/100 and availability to 100.0% of Edmonds. Satellite is a limited-performance choice compared with other technologies because of higher latency, and this score is below the city average of 52, so check what else is available at your address before choosing HughesNet.
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 year, then $49.99 to $119.99, but the satellite plans provide only up to 25 to 100 Mbps download and have below-average speed scores, so the value is mainly in basic connectivity rather than demanding streaming, gaming, or large downloads. All listed plans are available to 100% of Edmonds, but satellite’s higher latency and limited performance mean you should check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
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 Edmonds
Satellite internet can handle streaming, video calls, and everyday browsing, but its higher latency may feel less responsive than wired connections. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a 76/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 52, making it a competitive satellite option. The plan is shown as available to 100.0% of Edmonds, but confirm your address and check other available technologies if low latency or consistently responsive performance matters most.
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 gives Starlink broad reach, but its higher latency can be noticeable for gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Its Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130/mo with a 76/100 Speed Score, but check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies generally provide a better everyday experience; Starlink is a useful fallback where faster wired options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso 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 Edmonds
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives, with a provider Speed Score of 20/100 versus the Edmonds average of 52. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and is available to 99.9% of the city. Satellite service can have higher latency and more limitations for demanding activities, so check what other 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 mainly a fallback option, not a first choice for modern internet needs, because its satellite plans offer below-average speeds and can have high 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 about 100% of Edmonds, but you should check your address for faster cable or fiber service first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Edmonds
All 23 product lines from the 8 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 23 plans
- Ziply FiberFiber 5 Gig5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$80Per month~96.1%CoverageFiber
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$100Per month~99.6%CoverageCable
- Ziply FiberFiber 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60Per month~96.1%CoverageFiber
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload85Our score$100Per month~99.7%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~99.7%CoverageCable
- Ziply FiberFiber Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~97.1%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per 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~99.7%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month~99.7%CoverageCable
- Ziply FiberFiber 300/300300 MbpsDownload71Our score$30Per month~97.1%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Edmonds providers head-to-head
See how Edmonds’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Edmonds
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for a broadly available shared connection.
The 300 Mbps plan reaches about 100% of Edmonds and costs $40 promotional starting rate.
Check first: Confirm the promotional starting rate and exact availability at your address.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Ziply Fiber 1,000/1,000 Mbps where its fiber network reaches your address.
Ziply's gigabit fiber reaches about 97% of Edmonds, supporting uploads and video meetings.
Check first: Fiber gigabit availability reaches about 97%, so verify the service address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Ziply Fiber 6,000/6,000 Mbps where available for heavy simultaneous use.
Its 6,000/6,000 Mbps tier reaches about 96% of Edmonds.
Check first: The 6,000/6,000 Mbps tier is not available at every address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Consider Starlink Residential 100 Mbps when wired service is unavailable.
Satellite service is available everywhere, while T-Mobile reaches about 82% and Verizon about 62%.
Check first: Check wired options first because satellite performance can differ by household conditions.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Edmonds
Edmonds Bowl 98020
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
Ziply Fiber reaches about 96% of ZIP 98020, compared with about 4% for Xfinity.
Five Corners 98026
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for Gigabit and multi-gigabit use.
Ziply Fiber reaches about 98% of ZIP 98026, while Xfinity reaches about 2%.
Edmonds Bowl 98020
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for multi-user homes, remote work, gaming, and 4K streaming.
Ziply Fiber leads this ZIP with 95.8% best-address share.
Five Corners 98026
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for multi-user homes, remote work, gaming, and 4K streaming.
Ziply Fiber leads this ZIP with 98.0% best-address share.
Internet providers near Edmonds
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Edmonds, check the neighboring market directly.
Edmonds Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Edmonds, WA?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 100% of Edmonds. Ziply Fiber is faster where available, offering 6,000/6,000 Mbps to about 96% of the city, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Edmonds, WA?
Ziply Fiber is fastest where available, with 6,000/6,000 Mbps reaching about 96% of Edmonds. Xfinity remains the best overall choice, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 100%, but its top speed is not fiber.
Which internet provider covers the most of Edmonds, WA?
Xfinity covers the most of Edmonds among non-satellite providers, reaching about 100% overall. Satellite providers are available everywhere, while Xfinity's cable service reaches about 100% for its 2,000 Mbps tier, subject to address verification.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Edmonds, WA?
Ziply Fiber Fiber 100/100 is the cheapest plan at a $20/month promotional starting rate for 100 Mbps, reaching about 97% of Edmonds. It is the city's lowest listed price, but service still requires address-level confirmation.
Can I get fiber internet in Edmonds?
Ziply Fiber offers fiber service to about 98% of Edmonds overall, with its 1,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaching about 97%. Fiber reaches about 96% in Edmonds Bowl and about 98% in Five Corners, so availability varies by address.
What internet speed do I need in Edmonds?
A 300 Mbps plan is a practical baseline for many Edmonds households, and Xfinity's 300 Mbps plan reaches about 100% of the city. Larger households with simultaneous streaming, gaming, and remote work should check fiber tiers up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps where available.
Is fast internet available in Five Corners?
Ziply Fiber reaches about 98% of Five Corners in ZIP 98026, including fiber service listed up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps. That makes it the leading local option, but confirm the specific tier and address before ordering.
How We Analyze Internet in Edmonds
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 Edmonds report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Edmonds
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.