Compare 97305 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Salem – 132 Mbps
OR – 126 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Salem – 20 Mbps
OR – 45 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Salem.
Internet providers in 97305
Internet providers in your area
97305 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
Wave Broadband  | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 11% |
| DATAVISION COMMUNICATIONS | $59.95 | 30 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.170% |
| Prime Time Ventures | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.160% |
| DATAVISION COMMUNICATIONS | $59.95 | 30 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 0.970% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| OnlineNW | - | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 99% |
| Alyrica Networks | $49.99 | - | Wireless | 93% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?97305 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
30609
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.47%
2 providers - 95.64%
3 providers - 10.92%
4+ providers - 0.03%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 97305 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 97305 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 11% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 4.540% of those living in the 97305 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 97305 area, and 95.64% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 97305, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Salem
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wave Broadband | 172 Mbps | 81 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 99 Mbps | 69 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 125 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Salem.
Top high-speed internet providers in 97305
The largest internet providers serving the 97305 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and Wave Broadband bringing cable and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 97305 ZIP code, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 95% of the area. Salem’s third most-available internet provider, Wave Broadband, offers cable to around 11% of residents in the 97305 ZIP code.
Xfinity cable internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 97305 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 97305 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 Salem, $50.83.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salem, $1.88.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 97305 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Salem's providers, 255 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 97305 ZIP code, covering 95% 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 $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Salem, $50.83.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salem, $1.88.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 97305 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Salem's providers, 255 Mbps.
Wave Broadband cable internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Wave Broadband offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 97305 ZIP code, covering 11% of the area.
Wave Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 97305 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Wave Broadband start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Salem, $50.83.
Wave Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 5 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $8.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salem, $1.88.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Wave Broadband offers download speeds up to 20 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 97305 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Salem's providers, 255 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 97305 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 97305 and the greater Salem area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Salem at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Salem at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 97305 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 97305 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 97305 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in 97305. The next fastest internet provider in the 97305 ZIP code is OnlineNW, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 97305 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Salem, $50.83.
DATAVISION COMMUNICATIONS is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 97305 ZIP code, covering 4.170% of the city. Prime Time Ventures also offers fiber internet in 97305 and is available to 1.160% of households.
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.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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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