LYNNWOOD, WA INTERNET
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Shop and compare 11 internet providers for Lynnwood, WA
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedThe fastest realistic connection is Ziply Fiber, covering 94.0% citywide, with up to 6000/6000 Mbps available to about 90%, ideal for heavy work-from-home, huge uploads, competitive gaming, and device-packed homes. Fiber is the option to want, so check it first: Quantum Fiber covers 2.8% with up to 2000/1000 Mbps reaching about 2%; CenturyLink covers 2.8% with up to 940/200 Mbps reaching about 1%; Astound adds 2% with up to 2000/2000 Mbps. Ziply leads locally in North Lynnwood (98036), Alderwood (98037), and Martha Lake (98012), covering 93.3%, 88.9%, and 94.4% of those ZIPs respectively, while Meadowdale still merits an address check. Next is Xfinity, covering 99.6% citywide, with up to 2000/300 Mbps cable reaching about 97%. Do you really need multi-gig fiber, or is cable the smarter, cheaper choice for streaming, browsing, and video calls? Edmonds College students should verify apartment wiring and watch for old DSL or copper, especially when Zoom, streaming, and gaming need reliability. For budget backup, T-Mobile covers 93.8% overall, Verizon 61.5%, and AT&T 60.9%, with their fastest tiers reaching about 63%, 51%, and 15%. If neither wired option reaches your exact address, Starlink is the satellite fallback; coverage changes street to street, so confirm your address and make sure an apartment unit is actually wired for fiber.
Best plan here: 1.2/2 Gig — faster than 98% of all internet options in Washington
- 1.2/2 Gig$90/mo for the first 12 months, then $100/moFiber/Cable2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$90Per month
- 1 Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moFiber/Cable1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60Per month
- 500 Mbps$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber/Cable500 MbpsDownload77Our score$50Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $45/moFiber/Cable300 MbpsDownload76Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
Xfinity reaches 99.6% of Lynnwood, giving most households a strong chance of getting service. Its listed fiber/cable plans range from up to 300 Mbps with a Speed Score of 76 to up to 2,000 Mbps with a score of 98, all above the city average top speed score of 71, making them solid cable options and excellent fiber choices where fiber reaches. Each listed tier is available to 0.6% of the city, so check your exact address to see whether fiber is available and which speed tier you can receive.
About Xfinity
Xfinity reaches 99.6% of Lynnwood, giving you a strong chance of finding service at your address. Its fiber or cable plans offer good to excellent speeds, from up to 300 Mbps to up to 2000 Mbps, but each listed tier reaches only 0.6% of the city, so check your exact address for the fiber option you want and confirm that a faster plan is available.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Cable
Best plan here: Fiber 100/100 — faster than 70% of all internet options in Washington
- Fiber 100/100Fiber100 MbpsDownload70Our score$35Per month
Source: Ziply Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
Fiber is the connection to want for low-latency browsing, streaming, video calls, and uploads, and Ziply Fiber’s Fiber 100/100 plan offers up to 100 Mbps down and 100 Mbps up for $35/mo. Its 70/100 speed score is just below Lynnwood’s 71 average, while the plan reaches 90.1% of the city. Ziply Fiber covers 94.0% overall, so check your exact address to confirm this fiber plan is available.
About Ziply Fiber
Fiber is the connection to want for smooth streaming, video calls, gaming, and multiple connected devices, and Ziply Fiber’s Fiber 100/100 plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and upload for $35/mo. Ziply reaches 94.0% of Lynnwood, while this specific fiber plan is available to 90.1% of the city, so check your exact address to confirm it is offered.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Copper
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Best plan here: Amplified Home Internet — faster than 76% of all internet options in Washington
- Amplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$60Per month
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
T-Mobile suits households that want fast everyday service for streaming, remote work, and multiple connected devices, with 5G fixed wireless plans offering up to 498 Mbps and a 76/100 speed score. T-Mobile reaches 93.8% of Lynnwood, but its listed plans are available to 63.0% of the city, so confirm service at your exact address. With a score above the 71 city average, it is a competitive fixed wireless option, though performance can vary more than wired connections.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile suits households seeking a budget-friendly 5G fixed wireless connection for streaming, browsing, and everyday work, with plans from $50/mo for up to 354 Mbps to $60/mo for up to 498 Mbps. Its service reaches 93.8% of Lynnwood, while the listed plans reach 63.0% and have a good 76/100 Speed Score, but fixed wireless is only adequate compared with fiber or cable, so check your exact address for a faster wired option first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 79% of all internet options in Washington
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
5G fixed wireless can handle everyday streaming, video calls, and browsing, though performance may vary more than a wired connection. Verizon’s 5G Home Plus offers up to 1000 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up with a Speed Score of 79, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps down and 75 Mbps up with a score of 76, making both competitive with Lynnwood’s 71 average. Verizon covers 61.5% of the city overall, but each plan reaches 51.2%, so confirm availability at your exact address.
About Verizon
Verizon uses 5G fixed wireless, an adequate everyday connection that can handle streaming and remote work, with plans offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, though performance can vary. Its 5G Home Plus and 5G Home plans each reach 51.2% of Lynnwood, while Verizon’s overall coverage is 61.5%, so check your exact address and compare faster wired options first if they are available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 79% of all internet options in Washington
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload76Our score$55Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload76Our score$35Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
At $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, AT&T’s up to 300 Mbps AT&T Fiber 300 plan offers good value with a 76/100 Speed Score, while the up to 1,000 Mbps plan costs $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, and scores 79/100. These plans use Licensed Fixed Wireless rather than conventional fiber, so they are competitive with Lynnwood’s 71 average but may not provide the same consistency and low latency as wired fiber. AT&T covers 60.9% of Lynnwood, while these plans reach 59.4%, making exact-address availability essential.
About AT&T
At $35/mo for the first 12 months, AT&T Fiber 300 offers up to 300 Mbps both ways, while $50/mo gets up to 1,000 Mbps both ways, with the Fiber 1 GIG price rising to $90/mo after 12 months. These Fiber-branded options are the ones to want for high-speed service, but their listed technology is Licensed Fixed Wireless and they reach 59.4% of Lynnwood, while AT&T reaches 60.9% overall, so check your exact address before choosing; AT&T Internet Air is an adequate fallback at up to 300 Mbps for $55/mo, then $60/mo.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Quantum Fiber 3 Gig — faster than 98% of all internet options in Washington
- Quantum Fiber 3 Gig$65/mo promotional rate, then $100/moFiber3,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$65Per month
- Quantum Fiber 2 Gig$70/mo promotional rate, then $100/moFiber2,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$70Per month
- Quantum Fiber 940 Mbps / 1 Gig$45/mo promotional rate, then $80/moFiber940 MbpsDownload88Our score$45Per month
- Simply Fiber Internet 200 MbpsFiber200 MbpsDownload76Our score$30Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
Fiber is the option to want for low-latency browsing, streaming, gaming, and reliable performance across connected devices. Quantum Fiber’s up to 3,000 Mbps and up to 2,000 Mbps plans score 98/100, while its up to 940 Mbps plan scores 88/100, making them excellent, top-tier options; the 200 Mbps fiber plan scores 76/100. Quantum Fiber reaches 2.8% of Lynnwood, and each listed plan reaches 2.4%, so check your exact address to confirm that this fiber service is available.
About Quantum Fiber
Fiber is the connection to want for fast, reliable everyday use, and Quantum Fiber offers excellent options such as up to 3000 Mbps for $65/mo and up to 940 Mbps for $45/mo. Availability is the catch: Quantum Fiber reaches 2.8% of Lynnwood, while each listed plan reaches 2.4%, so check your exact address to see whether these strong fiber options are available, or whether the 200 Mbps tier is your only choice.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Speed Score: Faster than 97% of all internet options in Washington
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
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Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
Astound Broadband is a top-tier option in Lynnwood, with fiber as the connection to want where it is available. Its fiber plan offers up to 2000 Mbps download and 2000 Mbps upload with a 97/100 speed score, but that tier reaches only 1.8% of the city, so check availability at your exact address. Astound’s cable plan is a solid option at up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload with an 86/100 score, while its copper plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload with a 76/100 score; the provider reaches 2.0% of Lynnwood overall.
About Astound Broadband
Astound Broadband is a limited but potentially excellent option in Lynnwood, reaching 2.0% of the city overall. Its fiber plan is the option to want, offering up to 2000 Mbps down and 2000 Mbps up with a 97/100 Speed Score across 1.8% of census blocks, while cable offers up to 1500 Mbps down and 50 Mbps up with an 86/100 score across 0.5%; check your exact address, since the available copper fallback reaches 0.3% and its 10 Mbps upload speed may not be sufficient for modern needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Cable
Copper
Best plan here: Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps) — faster than 88% of all internet options in Washington
- Fiber Internet (up to 940 Mbps)Fiber940 MbpsDownload88Our score$75Per month
Source: CenturyLink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
CenturyLink’s fiber plan is a top-tier option in Lynnwood, offering up to 940 Mbps for $75/mo with a Speed Score of 88/100. That score is above the city’s average top speed score of 71, and fiber is the connection to want for fast, low-latency performance. Availability is highly address-dependent: CenturyLink reaches 2.8% of Lynnwood overall, while this Fiber Internet plan reaches 1.4%, so check whether fiber is available at your exact address.
About CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a strong choice for Lynnwood addresses that can get its fiber, but the provider reaches only 2.8% of the city. Its Fiber Internet plan offers up to 940 Mbps for $75/mo with a speed score of 88/100, though that specific plan reaches just 1.4% of the city, so check your exact address before counting on it.
Available Plans
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Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 68% of all internet options in Washington
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload68Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload56Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload56Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
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THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
Satellite service offers broad reach, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time uses. Starlink’s Residential – Max plan is up to 400 Mbps with a 68/100 speed score, below Lynnwood’s 71 average, while Residential – 200 Mbps and Residential – 100 Mbps are up to 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps with scores of 56/100; each plan reaches 100.0% of the city. Starlink’s 100.0% city coverage makes it a practical fallback where wired service is unavailable, but consider checking other providers first for potentially stronger everyday performance at your address.
About Starlink
Satellite internet means Starlink can reach homes that wired networks miss, covering 100.0% of Lynnwood, but its higher latency may be noticeable during gaming and video calls. Its plans offer up to 400 Mbps for $130/mo, up to 200 Mbps for $85/mo, or up to 100 Mbps for $55/mo, though their speed scores are 68/100 or 56/100, so check your exact address for fiber or cable first because those connections are generally better for modern needs.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Elite — slower than 69% of all internet options in Washington
- Elite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload31Our score$64.99Per month
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload31Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload8Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
At $64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo, HughesNet’s Elite plan buys up to 100 Mbps over satellite, but its 31/100 Speed Score makes it a limited value for the performance. HughesNet and Elite both reach 100.0% of Lynnwood, yet satellite’s latency and performance are below the city’s 71 average. For demanding streaming, gaming, or work, consider checking other providers first and verify whether fiber or cable is available at your exact address.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25, 50, or 100 Mbps over satellite, but its speed scores of 1 to 31 suggest below-average performance for the price. It reaches 100.0% of Lynnwood, making it a useful fallback for addresses without wired service, though you should check first for faster cable or fiber options, since satellite may not be sufficient for modern streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 92% of all internet options in Washington
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload8Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Lynnwood
Viasat is a fallback rather than a strong first choice in Lynnwood, with satellite performance well below the city average. Viasat Essentials offers up to 55 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up with a Speed Score of 8/100 and is available to 100.0% of the city, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34/4 Mbps with a score of 1/100 and the same plan reach, so check other providers at your exact address first if a wired option is available.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly a fallback option in Lynnwood, so check for faster wired service at your address first. Its satellite service reaches 100.0% of the city, but Viasat Essentials offers only 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, making both limited options for modern internet needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Lynnwood
All 29 product lines from 10 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 29 plans
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload68Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Ziply FiberFiber 100/100100 MbpsDownload70Our score$35Per month~90.1%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload56Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload56Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- T-MobileRely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo354 MbpsDownload76Our score$50$60Per month~63%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAmplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo498 MbpsDownload76Our score$60$70Per month~63%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileAll-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo498 MbpsDownload76Our score$70$80Per month~63%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50$90Per month~59.4%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo5,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$95$135Per month~59.4%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload76Our score$35$60Per month~59.4%CoverageFiber
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Lynnwood providers head-to-head
See how Lynnwood’s providers stack up against each other — speed, coverage, price, and who wins block by block.
Best Fit by Household Type in Lynnwood
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check Ziply Fiber first for shared living; choose Xfinity cable where fiber does not reach.
Ziply's 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 90% citywide, while Xfinity covers 99.6% overall.
Check first: Confirm the fiber tier at your address; Ziply's 6,000/6,000 Mbps reaches about 90% citywide.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Ziply Fiber first for work-from-home reliability; use Xfinity cable if fiber is unavailable.
Ziply's 6,000/6,000 fiber tier reaches about 90% citywide, supporting demanding uploads and video calls.
Check first: Ziply's 1,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaches about 25%; faster 6-Gig service is address-dependent.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Check Ziply Fiber first for high-quality fiber; choose Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable where needed.
Ziply's 6,000/6,000 fiber tier reaches about 90% citywide; Xfinity's 2,000/300 tier reaches about 97%.
Check first: The 6,000/6,000 tier reaches about 90%, not Ziply's entire 94% footprint.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check Ziply Fiber first, then Xfinity cable; use satellite only when wired options miss your address.
Ziply covers 94.0% overall and Xfinity 99.6%, while Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat each reach 100%.
Check first: Satellite reaches 100%, but use it only after checking wired fiber and cable at your address.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Lynnwood
North Lynnwood
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for Gigabit fiber households.
Ziply Fiber reaches 93.3% in 98036 with 6,000/6,000 Mbps; Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps reaches 6.0%.
Alderwood
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber-first home networks.
Ziply Fiber reaches 88.9% in Alderwood, while Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable reaches 8.8%.
Martha Lake
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for High-speed family use.
Martha Lake has 94.4% Ziply Fiber coverage at 6,000/6,000 Mbps; Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable reaches 5.1%.
ZIP 98046
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for Maximum fiber speeds.
Ziply Fiber reaches 97.8% of ZIP 98046 with 6,000/6,000 Mbps, leaving Xfinity cable at 2.2%.
ZIP 98087
Ziply Fiber is currently the strongest option for Fiber-first streaming.
Ziply Fiber reaches 92.9% in ZIP 98087; Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable reaches 6.5%.
Internet providers near Lynnwood
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Lynnwood, check the neighboring market directly.
Lynnwood Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Lynnwood?
Ziply Fiber is Lynnwood's fastest provider, offering up to 6,000/6,000 Mbps where available; that fiber tier reaches about 90% of the city. Its provider footprint is 94.0%, so check your address to confirm the 6-Gig tier and fiber availability before choosing a plan.
Can I get fiber internet in Lynnwood?
Yes—Ziply Fiber covers 94.0% of Lynnwood, while its 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 90% of the city. Fiber availability still varies by address, so check first; if your home is outside the fiber footprint, Xfinity reaches 99.6% overall.
What is the cheapest internet option in Lynnwood?
Quantum Fiber has Lynnwood's lowest advertised promotional starting rate at $30/mo, but its provider coverage is only 2.8% of the city. Check Quantum first for fiber quality at your address, then compare Ziply Fiber's $35/mo promotional starting rate or widely available Xfinity.
What internet speed do I need for working, gaming, and streaming in Lynnwood?
For high-demand homes, 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber is the strongest listed speed, and Ziply Fiber offers that tier across about 90% of Lynnwood. Address-check fiber first for simultaneous calls, gaming, and streaming; where unavailable, Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable tier reaches about 97%.
Is fiber internet available near Alderwood Mall?
Near Alderwood Mall, Ziply Fiber reaches 88.9% of ZIP 98037 with 6,000/6,000 Mbps fiber, while Xfinity's 2,000/300 Mbps cable reaches 8.8%. Because those are area-level shares, check the exact Alderwood address for fiber first, then consider cable.
How We Analyze Internet in Lynnwood
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
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Lynnwood report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Lynnwood
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
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.