Lacey, WA Internet
Internet Providers in Lacey, WA
Compare every internet provider in Lacey, 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 7% of the city, while its overall footprint reaches about 100%. If Ziply Fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps reaching about 10% of the city. Where Xfinity does not reach, CenturyLink is the safe fallback, mostly DSL with an overall footprint of about 96% and its fastest common DSL tier reaching up to 140 Mbps across about 28% of the city.
Local availability varies sharply: in Tanglewilde, ZIP 98503, Xfinity covers about 70% with up to 1,200 Mbps, while Ziply Fiber reaches about 20% with up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps. ZIP 98509 is a different story, with Ziply Fiber covering about 62% and Xfinity about 38%, making fiber far more realistic there. Around Hawks Prairie, Horizon Pointe, Jubilee, and student housing near Saint Martin’s University, check carefully for older DSL or copper infrastructure, since students need reliable connections for Zoom, streaming, and gaming. Fixed wireless from Verizon, T-Mobile, or AT&T may be worth checking for budget flexibility, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Lacey, 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 Lacey
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan is available across 100% of Lacey, giving most residents a strong chance of qualifying for service. With up to 1,200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 85/100, it is a reliable choice for streaming, gaming, and busy households, while Xfinity’s headline Speed Score of 90/100 is above the city average of 54. Cable generally performs well for most uses, though address-level availability and the performance of other technologies should still be checked 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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 100.0% of Lacey, so most shoppers have a strong chance of getting its cable service. With plans offering up to 2 Gig download speeds and good to excellent Speed Scores, it is a solid choice for streaming, work, and busy households, though the fastest 2 Gig plan is available to only about 7% of the city, so check your address for that option.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps — slower than 77% of all internet options in Washington
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. Fiber Internet – 940 Mbps scores higher but reaches ~4%.
- 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
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
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lacey
CenturyLink is a mixed choice in Lacey: its DSL option has limited performance compared to alternatives, while its fiber plan is a top-tier option. The Fiber Internet plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload with a 76/100 Speed Score, but it is available to only about 4% of the city, while the 100 Mbps DSL plan reaches about 54% with a 23/100 score, below the city average of 54. Because the faster technology may not reach your address, check availability at your location and compare other options if only DSL is offered.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is worth checking, especially if you need fast internet, but the best option is limited to a small part of Lacey. Its fiber plan offers up to 940 Mbps download and 200 Mbps upload for $75 per month, but it is available to only about 4% of the city; elsewhere, the 100 Mbps DSL plan reaches about 54% of Lacey and is mainly adequate for basic browsing, so check your address for faster alternatives first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Fiber
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 Lacey
Fiber provides low-latency performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with Ziply Fiber’s Fiber 5 Gig offering up to 5000 Mbps both ways and a top-tier Speed Score of 98/100. That score is above Lacey’s city average of 54, making it an excellent choice where available. The fiber plans reach about 11% of the city, so check your address to confirm the best technology and speeds are offered there.
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 offers excellent performance for demanding use, with Ziply Fiber’s Fiber 5 Gig plan providing up to 5000 Mbps both ways and a Speed Score of 98/100. These fiber plans are available to about 11% of Lacey, so check your address first, since the provider’s faster service is limited to that area.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 90% of all internet options in Washington
- 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 Lacey
Fiber makes Quantum Fiber an excellent choice for everyday use, with the Fiber 2G plan offering up to 2000 Mbps down and 1000 Mbps up and a top-tier Speed Score of 90/100. That score is above Lacey’s city average of 54, making it a competitive high-performance option for demanding streaming, gaming, and work. Fiber 2G is available to about 4% of the city, so confirm fiber service at your address; Quantum Fiber also lists Fiber 1 Gig at up to 940 Mbps down and 500 Mbps up, and Fiber 500 at up to 500 Mbps both ways.
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
Fiber gives Quantum Fiber customers excellent performance for streaming, gaming, video calls, and busy households, with plans offering up to 2,000 Mbps download and 1,000 Mbps upload, including a symmetrical 500 Mbps option. It is a strong choice where the service is available, but coverage is limited to about 5% of Lacey for the Fiber 1 Gig and Fiber 500 plans, while the faster Fiber 2G reaches about 4%, so check your address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
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 Lacey
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a competitive option for streaming, video calls, and everyday internet use. Its Speed Score of 71/100 is above Lacey’s city average of 54, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. This plan is available to about 53% of Lacey, so check your address to confirm the 5G Home service reaches you.
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 good for streaming, video calls, and typical household use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. It is available to about 53% of Lacey, so check your address, and compare fiber or cable options first if they are available since they may provide a more consistent connection for heavy use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in 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 Lacey
Budget-conscious households that need solid everyday internet can consider T-Mobile’s fixed wireless service, with plans offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month, or up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload for $45 or $55 per month. The service has a Speed Score of 76/100, above Lacey’s city average of 54, making it a competitive option, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. Address availability matters, with these plans reaching about 53% of Lacey, so check your specific address and bundle requirements before enrolling.
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 wanting straightforward, adequate fixed wireless service for streaming, browsing, and everyday work, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a good Speed Score of 76/100. The strongest 500 Mbps options are available to about 53% of Lacey, so availability is address-dependent, and you should check your exact address first since fixed wireless can be less consistent than fiber or cable for demanding modern use.
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 Lacey
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, a useful value for households with moderate internet needs. Its Speed Score of 71/100 is above Lacey’s city average of 54, making it competitive, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections. Availability is address-dependent, with this plan reaching about 29% of Lacey, so check your address before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $40 per month for 12 months, AT&T Internet Air gives you up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced option for streaming, work, and everyday browsing. This fixed wireless plan has a good 71/100 Speed Score, but availability is limited to about 29% of Lacey, and fixed wireless can be less consistent than cable or fiber, so check your address for faster or more reliable alternatives first.
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 Lacey
Starting at $39.99/mo, HughesNet offers satellite service with up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload on Lite, while the $94.99/mo Fusion plan reaches up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Fusion has a Speed Score of 23/100, below Lacey’s city average of 54, and satellite’s higher latency can limit responsiveness for activities like gaming and video calls. Since all listed plans are available to 100.0% of Lacey, HughesNet is broadly accessible, but its limited satellite performance makes it worth checking what else is available at your address 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 HughesNet
HughesNet costs $39.99 to $94.99 per month for up to 25 to 100 Mbps download and 3 to 5 Mbps upload, but its satellite service is below average and may feel limited for streaming, gaming, and busy households. It reaches 100% of Lacey, though you should check your address for faster local options first because satellite latency and speeds may not meet modern internet needs.
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 Lacey
Satellite internet can cover everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, 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 Lacey’s city average of 54, and is available to 100.0% of the city. For the lowest-latency performance, check which other connection types reach your specific address before choosing satellite.
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 provide broad access for streaming, browsing, and video calls, but its higher latency may make gaming and other real-time activities less responsive. Starlink offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with the listed plans available to 100.0% of Lacey, so it is a useful option where wired service is unavailable, though you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first.
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 Lacey
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 20/100 versus Lacey’s city average of 54. 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, but satellite’s higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Availability is address-dependent, so check what other technologies reach your home 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 reasonable fallback for basic connectivity, but you should check for faster options first because its satellite plans are below average and can have higher latency. Viasat Essentials is the stronger choice at up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month; both are available to 100% of Lacey, but may feel limited for modern streaming, video calls, and multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Lacey
All 28 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 28 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload85Our score$100Per month~100%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~100%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload76Our score$45$55Per month~100%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload76Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month~100%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload65Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- 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~52.7%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~52.7%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~52.7%CoverageFixed Wireless
- 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~53.3%Coverage5G Fixed 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 Lacey
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40/month promotional pricing, reaching 100% of Lacey.
Its 300 Mbps plan reaches the entire city and supports shared streaming, coursework, and video calls.
Check first: Confirm address-level availability and promotional terms before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Ziply Fiber 100/100 where available; otherwise consider Xfinity 500 Mbps.
Ziply’s symmetrical fiber supports uploads, while Xfinity’s 500 Mbps tier reaches 100% of the city.
Check first: Ziply fiber reaches about 11% of Lacey, so verify your address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Ziply Fiber 5 Gig where available, or Xfinity 2 Gig where its limited footprint reaches.
Ziply’s 6,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 11%, while Xfinity’s 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 7%.
Check first: Neither fastest tier is broadly available; check the exact address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Start with CenturyLink DSL, then compare satellite options if wired service is unavailable.
CenturyLink reaches about 96% overall, while satellite service is available everywhere in Lacey.
Check first: CenturyLink’s 140 Mbps tier reaches only about 28% of the city.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Lacey
Tanglewilde 98503
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Xfinity reaches about 70% of ZIP 98503, while Ziply Fiber reaches about 20%.
ZIP 98509
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for 6,000 Mbps fiber.
Ziply Fiber reaches about 62% of ZIP 98509, compared with Xfinity at about 38%.
Tanglewilde 98503
Xfinity is currently the strongest option for most households with regular streaming and work-from-home needs.
Xfinity leads this ZIP with 70.3% best-address share.
ZIP 98509
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for multi-user homes, remote work, gaming, and 4K streaming.
Ziply Fiber leads this ZIP with 62.1% best-address share.
Internet providers near Lacey
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Lacey, check the neighboring market directly.
Lacey Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Lacey, WA?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 7% and its overall footprint near 100%. Ziply Fiber is faster where available, offering 6,000/6,000 Mbps to about 11% of Lacey addresses.
What is the fastest internet in Lacey, WA?
Ziply Fiber is fastest where available, offering 6,000/6,000 Mbps to about 11% of Lacey. Xfinity is the best overall choice, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 7%, so verify which technology serves your address.
Which internet provider covers the most of Lacey, WA?
Xfinity has the broadest non-satellite footprint at about 100% of Lacey, while satellite service is available everywhere. Xfinity’s widely available 1,200 Mbps tier reaches about 100%, but its 2,000 Mbps tier reaches only about 7%.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Lacey, WA?
Ziply Fiber Fiber 100/100 is the cheapest listed plan at a $20/month promotional starting rate for 100 Mbps, reaching about 11% of Lacey. Check address eligibility and the provider’s promotional terms before ordering.
Can I get fiber internet in Lacey?
Fiber reaches about 11% through Ziply Fiber, about 5% through Quantum Fiber, and about 4% through CenturyLink fiber tiers. Availability is highly address-specific, so check the exact location rather than relying on a provider’s broader footprint.
What internet speed do I need in Lacey?
A 300 Mbps plan reaches 100% through Xfinity, making it a practical baseline for many households. Larger households may prefer 500 Mbps or more, while 2,000 Mbps cable reaches about 7% and 6,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 11%.
What internet options are available in Tanglewilde?
In Tanglewilde’s ZIP 98503, Xfinity reaches about 70%, Ziply Fiber about 20%, and Quantum Fiber about 2%. Xfinity is the broadest listed option there, while Ziply Fiber offers the highest listed speed where its fiber reaches the address.
How We Analyze Internet in Lacey
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 Lacey report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Lacey
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.