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.
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Internet providers in 97305
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97305 internet providers
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| Xfinity | $30.00 | 50 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Wave Broadband | - | - | Cable | 11% |
| DATAVISION COMMUNICATIONS | $59.95 | 30 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.170% |
Prime Time Ventures  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 1.160% |
| DATAVISION COMMUNICATIONS | $59.95 | 30 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 0.970% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $64.99 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| OnlineNW | - | 100 - 11 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 Aug 11, 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 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.330% 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 $30 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Salem
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| 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 HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite 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, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Salem, $51.99.
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, $1.68.
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 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, 256 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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, $51.99.
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, $1.68.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 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 slower than the average max speeds from all Salem's providers, 256 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 97305 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 97305 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Salem, $51.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salem, $1.68.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 97305 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Salem's providers, 256 Mbps.
Internet providers in 97305 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 97305 ZIP code with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in 97305. The next fastest internet provider in the 97305 ZIP code is Wave Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 11% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 97305 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Salem, $51.99.
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.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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