Compare 96786 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Wahiawa – 68 Mbps
HI – 69 Mbps
U.S. – 125 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Wahiawa – 14 Mbps
HI – 20 Mbps
U.S. – 45 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Wahiawa.
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Internet providers in 96786
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96786 internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 97% |
Hawaiian Telcom  | $44.99 | 500 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 78% |
| Hawaiian Telcom | $44.99 | 500 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 59% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 2 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Jun 27, 2022.
Need help?96786 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
31402
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.56%
2 providers - 78.94%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 96786 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Hawaii - 92%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 96786 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 81% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 59% of those living in the 96786 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 96786 area, and 78.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 96786, prices start at $44.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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Average internet speeds in Wahiawa
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Hawaiian Telcom | 89 Mbps | 66 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Spectrum | 59 Mbps | 11 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Wahiawa.
Top high-speed internet providers in 96786
The largest internet providers serving the 96786 ZIP code are Spectrum and Hawaiian Telcom bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 96786 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Hawaiian Telcom, which covers 78% of the area. Wahiawa’s third most-available internet provider, Hawaiian Telcom, offers fiber-optic to around 59% of residents in the 96786 ZIP code.
Spectrum cable internet
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*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 27, 2022.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 96786 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 96786 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Wahiawa, $49.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wahiawa, $0.16.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 96786 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Wahiawa's providers, 338 Mbps.
Hawaiian Telcom DSL internet
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DSL from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to most households in the 96786 ZIP code, covering 78% of the area.
DSL internet from Hawaiian Telcom uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for Hawaiian Telcom start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Wahiawa, $49.99.
Hawaiian Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 500 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wahiawa, $0.16.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Hawaiian Telcom offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in 96786 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wahiawa's providers, 338 Mbps.
Hawaiian Telcom fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from Hawaiian Telcom offers broadband to about half of households in the 96786 ZIP code, covering 59% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Hawaiian Telcom is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 96786 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Hawaiian Telcom start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Wahiawa, $49.99.
Hawaiian Telcom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 500 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wahiawa, $0.16.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Hawaiian Telcom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in 96786 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 59% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wahiawa's providers, 338 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 96786 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 96786 and the greater Wahiawa area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Wahiawa at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 2 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Wahiawa at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 96786 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 96786 frequently asked questions
Hawaiian Telcom is the fastest internet provider in the 96786 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 59% of households in 96786. The next fastest internet provider in the 96786 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in the 96786 ZIP with service starting at $44.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Wahiawa, $49.99.
Hawaiian Telcom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 96786 ZIP code, covering 59% of the city.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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