Seattle, WA Internet
Internet Providers in Seattle, WA
Compare every internet provider in Seattle, WA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
Updated| Rank | Provider | Speed Score | Coverage in Seattle | Up to | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  XfinityBest overall | 90 | 98% | 2,000 Mbps | $40/mo |
| 2 |  Quantum Fiber | 90 | 76% | 8,000 Mbps | $50/mo |
| 3 |  CenturyLinkBroad backup | 76 | 85% | 940 Mbps | $55/mo |
| 4 |  AstoundFastest where available | 90 | 22% | – | – |
| 5 |  Ziply Fiber | 98 | 2% | 5,000 Mbps | $20/mo |
| 6 |  Verizon | 71 | 72% | 300 Mbps | $60/mo |
Roles count plans reaching at least 5% of Seattle. Faster only in small pockets: Quantum Fiber Fiber 8G up to 8,000 Mbps (~4% of the city); Ziply Fiber Fiber 5 Gig up to 5,000 Mbps (~2% of the city).
Xfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 82% of the city, while its overall footprint reaches about 98%. If Astound Broadband reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber speeds up to 2,000/2,000 Mbps reaching about 10% of the city, though its overall footprint is about 22%. CenturyLink is the broadest backup where Xfinity does not reach, mostly fiber across about 85% of the city, with common fiber speeds up to 1,000/1,000 Mbps reaching about 66%.
Fiber is the variable. Fiber reaches 97% of West Seattle (98116) but only 45% of Des Moines (98198). Find your neighborhood on the map.
Best Internet Providers in Seattle, 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 Seattle
Xfinity reaches 97.8% of Seattle, giving most residents a strong chance of service, and its cable lineup reaches up to 2,000 Mbps with a 90/100 Speed Score, above the city average of 59. Cable is a solid option for most households, but the fastest 2 Gig plan is available to about 82% of the city, so the best speed and plan may depend on your address. Check your address to confirm which Xfinity plan is 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 about 98% of Seattle with its 1.2 Gig, 1 Gig, 500 Mbps, and 300 Mbps cable plans, so most residents have a strong chance of getting fast, reliable service. Cable is an excellent choice for most modern households, with plans up to 1,200 Mbps and 35 Mbps upload widely available, while the 2 Gig option is address-dependent and reaches about 82% of the city.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber 2G — faster than 90% of all internet options in Washington
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. Fiber 8G scores higher but reaches ~4%.
- Fiber 8GFiber8,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$150Per month
- Fiber 3GFiber3,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 2GFiber2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$70Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber940 MbpsDownload76Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload76Our score$50Per month
Source: Quantum Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Seattle
Fiber is an excellent choice for everyday streaming, gaming, video calls, and other demanding use, with low latency and strong upload performance. Quantum Fiber’s Fiber 2G plan offers up to 2,000 Mbps download and up to 1,000 Mbps upload for $70/mo, earning a 90/100 Speed Score, above Seattle’s city average of 59. Availability is address-dependent: Fiber 2G reaches about 70% of Seattle, while the up to 8,000 Mbps Fiber 8G and up to 3,000 Mbps Fiber 3G plans are limited to about 5% of the city.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Quantum Fiber
Quantum Fiber uses fiber, which is excellent for streaming, gaming, work, and busy households, with symmetrical service available at the address. Its Fiber 1 Gig plan reaches about 76% of Seattle with up to 940 Mbps down and 500 Mbps up, while the faster Fiber 2G, Fiber 3G, and Fiber 8G options are limited to about 70% or less, so check your address to see which tier you can get.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Fiber Internet – 940 Mbps — faster than 76% of all internet options in Washington
- Fiber Internet – 940 MbpsFiber940 MbpsDownload76Our score$75Per month
- CenturyLink Internet 100 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months (Paperless billing or prepay required; speed may not be available in your area)DSL100 MbpsDownload23Our score$55Per month
Source: CenturyLink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Seattle
CenturyLink is a competitive choice in Seattle, led by its top-tier fiber option with a Speed Score of 76/100, above the city average of 59. Fiber Internet offers up to 940 Mbps download and upload for $75 per month and is available to about 67% of the city. Address availability matters because CenturyLink’s 100 Mbps DSL plan has a much lower Speed Score of 23/100, with up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload, so consider checking other providers first if fiber is not available 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 CenturyLink
CenturyLink is a good option in Seattle when its fiber service is available, but the better choice is address-dependent. Fiber offers up to 940 Mbps both ways for $75 per month and is available to about 67% of the city, while the fallback DSL plan reaches about 13% and offers only up to 100 Mbps download and 10 Mbps upload for $55 per month, which may feel limiting for busy households and modern needs.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
Fiber
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 Seattle
Astound Broadband is a strong choice in Seattle, led by its top-tier fiber plan with up to 2000 Mbps download and upload, a 90/100 Speed Score, and coverage of about 10% of the city. Its cable plan is also a solid, competitive option at up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, with an 89/100 Speed Score and coverage of about 19%, but the best technology available depends on your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Astound Broadband
Astound Broadband is a good choice when your address qualifies for its fiber or cable service, with fiber offering up to 2000 Mbps both ways at about 10% coverage and cable offering up to 1500 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload at about 19% coverage. Availability is address-dependent, and the fallback copper plan reaches about 2% of census blocks with up to 1000 Mbps download but only 10 Mbps upload, which may be limiting for video calls, large uploads, and other modern needs.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: Fiber 5 Gig — faster than 98% of all internet options in Washington
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$80Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60Per month
- Fiber GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month
- Fiber 300/300Fiber300 MbpsDownload71Our score$30Per month
- Fiber 100/100Fiber100 MbpsDownload23Our score$20Per month
Source: Ziply Fiber official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Seattle
Fiber provides low-latency performance for demanding use, and Ziply Fiber’s plan reaches up to 5,000 Mbps both ways with a 98/100 Speed Score, making it a top-tier option and well above Seattle’s city average of 59. Availability is address-specific, and this fiber plan is shown for 2.5% of Seattle, so confirm that fiber service reaches your home before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Ziply Fiber
Fiber gives Ziply customers excellent everyday performance, with symmetrical plans ranging from up to 100 Mbps to up to 5,000 Mbps for streaming, gaming, work, and large uploads. The Fiber 5 Gig plan has a Speed Score of 98/100 and is available to 2.5% of Seattle, so check your address first because Ziply’s fiber availability is limited.
Available Plans
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 Seattle
5G fixed wireless can handle everyday streaming, video calls, and browsing with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, earning a 71/100 Speed Score that is above Seattle’s city average of 59. It is a competitive option, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections, and the plan is available across about 72% of Seattle, so confirm service at 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 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 signal and network conditions. It is available to about 72% of Seattle, so check your address, and compare faster fiber or cable options first if they are offered nearby.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Seattle
Budget-conscious households that need solid everyday service for streaming, browsing, and work can consider T-Mobile’s fixed wireless plans, offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload. Its 76/100 Speed Score is above Seattle’s 59 city average, making it competitive, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 76% of Seattle, so verify your address and remember that promotional pricing requires qualifying credit, a postpaid voice line, and a 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 can be 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. The best-priced options require a qualifying credit, a postpaid voice line, and a bundle, while availability for the 500 Mbps plans reaches about 76% of Seattle, so check your address first and compare faster fiber or cable options where available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps — faster than 71% of all internet options in Washington
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Seattle
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 for everyday use. Its 71/100 Speed Score is above Seattle’s 59 average, though fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired connections. This plan is available to about 62% of Seattle addresses, so check your specific address before deciding.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
At $40 per month for the first 12 months, AT&T Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, making it a reasonably priced option for everyday browsing, streaming, and smaller households. Its fixed wireless technology is adequate rather than excellent, and availability reaches about 62% of Seattle, so check your address first and compare any faster fiber or cable options 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 Seattle
At $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, but its 23/100 Speed Score is below Seattle’s city average of 59. Satellite service offers limited performance compared with alternatives, so check what else reaches your address before committing; Fusion is available to 100.0% of Seattle.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds, but its satellite service provides below-average value for modern heavy streaming, gaming, and work needs. The Fusion plan is the strongest choice at up to 100 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up, while Select and Lite are slower, so check your address for faster fiber or cable options before choosing HughesNet, even though these satellite plans are available to 100% of Seattle.
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 Seattle
Starlink’s satellite connection can handle everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may affect video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities. Its Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a 76/100 Speed Score, above Seattle’s city average of 59. The plan is available to 100.0% of Seattle, but address-level conditions can still affect service, so check what other options are available at your address if low latency is important.
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 service gives Starlink broad reach and plans with up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, making it a practical option where wired internet is unavailable, though satellite latency can affect gaming and video calls. Starlink covers 100% of Seattle, with Residential Max 400 Mbps offering a good 76/100 Speed Score for satellite service, but check your address for fiber or cable first because those technologies generally provide a better experience for modern needs.
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 Seattle
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives, with a headline Speed Score of 20/100 versus Seattle’s city average of 59. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability across 100% of Seattle, but satellite’s higher latency can affect activities such as video calls and online gaming. Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps down and 4 Mbps up, scores 13/100, and costs $99.99 per month, so check what other providers can offer at your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a backup option rather than a top choice for most Seattle households, since its satellite plans are below average, with Viasat Essentials offering up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and a Speed Score of 20/100. Both plans reach 100% of Seattle, but satellite can have high latency and may fall short for modern needs, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Seattle, WA
We read 286 recent Google reviews of Seattle listings for Xfinity and CenturyLink and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What Xfinity customers report
Outages
Very poor
11% mention
Speed
Poor
6% mention
Billing
Very poor
20% mention
Support
Very poor
57% mention
Installation
Poor
7% mention
Equipment
Poor
26% mention
Cancelling
Very poor
6% mention
“pleasantly surprised by how fast it was to cancel Xfinity. I booked appointment for 11:15 on a Monday and walked in with the equipment and was out the store within 5 mins”
“Waiting over half an hour just to return a device. Insane!”
What CenturyLink customers report
Outages
Very poor
54% mention
Billing
Very poor
17% mention
Support
Very poor
66% mention
Installation
Very poor
14% mention
“Disconnected us with no warning. No email, no call. Garbage.”
Reviews are shown exactly as posted on Google and link to the listing they came from. Star averages and counts are Google’s; the service rating and the subject grades are our reading of each review, refreshed monthly. How we do this.
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Seattle
All 30 product lines from the 10 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 30 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload85Our score$100Per month~97.7%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload79Our score$50Per month~97.7%CoverageCable
- 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~97.7%CoverageCable
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$100Per month~82%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload71Our score$40Per month~97.7%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload65Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Quantum FiberFiber 2G2,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$70Per month~69.7%CoverageFiber
- 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~76.3%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~76.3%CoverageFixed Wireless
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Seattle providers head-to-head
The matchup many Seattle households compare. Green marks the better number.
Quantum FiberQuantum Fiber wins on upload; Xfinity wins on reach, gig price and starting price.
Best Fit by Household Type in Seattle
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for broad availability and a low promotional starting rate.
Its 300 Mbps plan reaches about 98% of Seattle, including student-heavy areas such as Seattle University.
Check first: Confirm the address, equipment terms, and promotional-rate conditions before ordering.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose CenturyLink fiber for symmetrical 1,000/1,000 Mbps where available.
Its common fiber tier reaches about 67% of Seattle and supports matching upload and download performance.
Check first: CenturyLink's overall footprint is broader than its 1,000 Mbps fiber availability.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Astound Broadband fiber for 2,000/2,000 Mbps if your address qualifies.
Astound fiber reaches about 10% of Seattle, including substantial portions of Downtown Seattle and Capitol Hill.
Check first: Its fastest service is limited to a small address-level footprint.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink for availability everywhere and up to 400 Mbps.
Starlink's Residential Max 400 Mbps plan is available everywhere in Seattle.
Check first: Verify service performance at your address before replacing a wired connection.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code and Neighborhood in Seattle
Almost every block in Seattle can get Xfinity. What changes from one neighborhood to the next is fiber. Tap a ZIP code on the map, or type yours.
Blocks with fiber50%65%80%90%
All of Seattle
83% of the city can get fiber
- Xfinitycable98%
- Quantum Fiberfiber76%
- CenturyLinkfiber68%
- Astoundcable19%
85% of the city can choose between two or more cable or fiber providers.
All 33 residential ZIP codes in Seattle
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Any fiber | Xfinity cable | Quantum Fiber | CenturyLink Fiber | 2+ choices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98101 | Downtown, Retail Core, Denny Triangle | 81% | 95% | 37% | 34% | 93% |
| 98102 | Capitol Hill, Eastlake, Montlake | 92% | 100% | 73% | 70% | 96% |
| 98103 | Fremont, Wallingford, Greenwood | 96% | 100% | 93% | 89% | 96% |
| 98104 | Pioneer Square, Chinatown-International District, First Hill | 68% | 83% | 37% | 29% | 77% |
| 98105 | University District, Ravenna, Laurelhurst | 82% | 100% | 78% | 70% | 82% |
| 98106 | Highland Park, South Delridge, Riverview | 92% | 98% | 90% | 82% | 92% |
| 98107 | Ballard, Adams, Loyal Heights | 92% | 100% | 87% | 83% | 92% |
| 98108 | Georgetown, Beacon Hill, South Park | 74% | 88% | 69% | 62% | 78% |
| 98109 | South Lake Union, Queen Anne, Westlake | 84% | 99% | 66% | 54% | 89% |
| 98112 | Madison Park, Montlake, Madison Valley | 88% | 100% | 81% | 80% | 91% |
| 98115 | Wedgwood, View Ridge, Bryant | 88% | 100% | 87% | 80% | 88% |
| 98116 | West Seattle, Alki, Admiral | 97% | 100% | 96% | 88% | 97% |
| 98117 | Ballard, Crown Hill, Loyal Heights | 96% | 100% | 95% | 94% | 96% |
| 98118 | Columbia City, Rainier Valley, Seward Park | 90% | 98% | 89% | 83% | 92% |
| 98119 | Queen Anne, Interbay, Uptown | 86% | 98% | 78% | 64% | 89% |
| 98121 | Belltown, Denny Regrade, Waterfront | 89% | 95% | 37% | 34% | 93% |
| 98122 | Central District, First Hill, Madrona | 87% | 97% | 71% | 68% | 94% |
| 98125 | Northgate, Lake City, Maple Leaf | 92% | 100% | 91% | 82% | 92% |
| 98126 | West Seattle, Delridge, North Delridge | 95% | 99% | 95% | 85% | 95% |
| 98133 | Bitter Lake, Broadview, Haller Lake | 93% | 100% | 74% | 64% | 93% |
| 98134 | SoDo, Industrial District, Georgetown | 55% | 83% | 43% | 31% | 58% |
| 98136 | West Seattle, Fauntleroy, Fairmount Park | 94% | 100% | 94% | 90% | 94% |
| 98144 | Beacon Hill, Mount Baker, Leschi | 80% | 89% | 72% | 65% | 84% |
| 98146 | White Center, Highland Park, West Seattle | 91% | 100% | 90% | 83% | 91% |
| 98148 | Burien, Normandy Park, SeaTac | 65% | 99% | 65% | 48% | 65% |
| 98155 | Lake Forest Park, Shoreline, Kenmore | 91% | 100% | 76% | 64% | 91% |
| 98166 | Burien, Normandy Park, Three Tree Point | 76% | 100% | 75% | 68% | 76% |
| 98168 | Tukwila, Riverton, Boulevard Park | 72% | 98% | 68% | 61% | 72% |
| 98177 | Broadview, Blue Ridge, North Beach | 90% | 100% | 64% | 56% | 90% |
| 98178 | Rainier Beach, Bryn Mawr, Skyway | 57% | 98% | 54% | 47% | 58% |
| 98188 | Tukwila, Riverton Heights, McMicken Heights | 48% | 96% | 43% | 32% | 47% |
| 98198 | Des Moines, Redondo, Woodmont | 45% | 98% | 45% | 30% | 45% |
| 98199 | Magnolia, Lawton Park, Interbay | 74% | 98% | 73% | 55% | 74% |
Share of each ZIP’s census blocks where the provider files that technology with the FCC; DSL and fixed wireless are not counted as fiber. Neighborhood names are approximate.
Internet providers near Seattle
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Seattle, check the neighboring market directly.
Seattle Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Seattle, WA?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 82% of Seattle. If Astound Broadband fiber reaches your address, its 2,000/2,000 Mbps service is the faster choice, but that tier reaches only about 10% of the city.
What is the fastest internet in Seattle, WA?
Astound Broadband fiber is the fastest where available, offering 2,000/2,000 Mbps to about 10% of Seattle. Xfinity is the best overall choice, with 2,000 Mbps cable reaching about 82%, so availability should decide between these options.
Which internet provider covers the most of Seattle, WA?
Xfinity has the broadest non-satellite footprint, covering about 98% of Seattle overall. Satellite services are available everywhere, but Xfinity offers the strongest wired coverage while its 2,000 Mbps tier reaches about 82%.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Seattle, WA?
Ziply Fiber Fiber 100/100 is the cheapest plan at a promotional starting rate of $20 per month for 100 Mbps, reaching about 3% of Seattle. Check your address carefully because the low-priced plan has a very limited local footprint.
Can I get fiber internet in Seattle?
Quantum Fiber's 1 Gig fiber tier reaches about 76% of Seattle, while CenturyLink's 1,000/1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 67%. Astound Broadband and Ziply Fiber also offer fiber, but their 2,000/2,000 Mbps and 6,000/6,000 Mbps tiers reach smaller portions.
What internet speed do I need in Seattle?
A 300 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for many Seattle households, and Xfinity's tier reaches about 98% of the city. Larger households working, gaming, and streaming simultaneously should check fiber options such as CenturyLink's 1,000/1,000 Mbps tier, available to about 67%.
What internet options are available in Queen Anne?
In Queen Anne's 98109 ZIP, Astound Broadband fiber reaches about 35%, Quantum Fiber's 2,000/1,000 Mbps tier reaches about 25%, and Quantum's 8,000/8,000 Mbps tier reaches about 19%. Check the exact address because these neighborhood-level figures do not guarantee service at every home.
Is Quantum Fiber better than Xfinity in Seattle?
Quantum Fiber's 1 Gig plan is $80/mo with 500 Mbps upload; Xfinity's is $50/mo with 35 Mbps upload. Quantum Fiber sells up to 2,000 Mbps here and Xfinity up to 2,000 Mbps. Xfinity reaches more of Seattle (about 98% vs 76%), so check which one your address gets.
Is Starlink worth it in Seattle?
Rarely. Starlink starts at $55/mo, and cable or fiber reaches about 99% of Seattle. It makes the most sense at an address with no wired or 5G home internet option.
Is $100 a month a lot for internet in Seattle?
For most homes, yes. A 1 Gig plan in Seattle costs $50 (Xfinity), $75 (CenturyLink), $80 (Quantum Fiber) a month in our latest price check. If you pay more than $80 for a gig, your promo price may have ended.
How We Analyze Internet in Seattle
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 Seattle report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Seattle
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.