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Internet providers in 97231
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97231 internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 30 Mbps | DSL | 10% |
| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 30 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.414% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 69% |
CenturyLink  | $65.00 | 20 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 20% |
| CenturyLink | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 76% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Whiz to Coho | $24.95 | 1 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 74% |
| Stephouse Networks | $49.00 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 19% |
*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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?97231 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3166
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.91%
2 providers - 64.76%
3 providers - 8.97%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 97231 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Oregon - 96%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 97231 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 93% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 69% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 25% of those living in the 97231 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 97231 area, and 64.76% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 97231, prices start at $24.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 97231
The largest internet providers serving the 97231 ZIP code are Frontier, Xfinity, and CenturyLink bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to many in the 97231 ZIP code, covering 10% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 69% of the area. Portland’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers DSL to around 76% of residents in the 97231 ZIP code.
Frontier DSL 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 97231 ZIP code, covering 10% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $40.99.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $2.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 97231 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 458 Mbps.
Xfinity 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to most households in the 97231 ZIP code, covering 69% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 97231 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $40.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $2.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 97231 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 69% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 458 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 97231 ZIP code, covering 76% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Portland, $40.99.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $2.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 97231 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 458 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 97231 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 97231 and the greater Portland area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Portland at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Portland at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 97231 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Portland may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Portland DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 97231 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 97231?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 97231 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 20% of households in 97231. The next fastest internet provider in the 97231 ZIP code is Stephouse Networks, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 19% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 97231?
Whiz to Coho offers the cheapest internet in the 97231 ZIP with service starting at $24.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $40.99.
Is fiber internet available in 97231?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 97231 ZIP code, covering 20% of the city. Frontier also offers fiber internet in 97231 and is available to 4.414% of households.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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