| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 95% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 2.200% |
Ziply Fiber  | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Wave Broadband | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 91% |
| Cascade Utilities | - | - | DSL | 3.530% |
| Cascade Utilities | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.160% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.92%
2 providers - 90.81%
3 providers - 2.20%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 97055 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 97055 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 51% of those living in the 97055 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 97055 area, and 90.81% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 97055, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 97055 ZIP code are Frontier, Ziply Fiber, and Wave Broadband bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 97055 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Ziply Fiber, which covers 95% of the area. Sandy’s third most-available internet provider, Wave Broadband, offers cable to around 91% of residents in the 97055 ZIP code.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 97055 ZIP code, covering 95% 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 $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sandy, $44.99.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Ziply Fiber offers broadband to nearly all households in the 97055 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Ziply Fiber 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 Ziply Fiber start at $20/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Sandy, $44.99.
Ziply Fiber customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sandy, $1.61.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Ziply Fiber offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 97055 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sandy's providers, 260 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Wave Broadband offers broadband to nearly all households in the 97055 ZIP code, covering 91% of the area.
Wave Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 97055 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Wave Broadband start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Sandy, $44.99.
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 Sandy, $1.61.
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 97055 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sandy's providers, 260 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 97055 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 97055 and the greater Sandy area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sandy at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Sandy at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 97055 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in the 97055 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in 97055. The next fastest internet provider in the 97055 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 2.200% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in the 97055 ZIP with service starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sandy, $44.99.
Cascade Utilities is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 97055 ZIP code, covering 0.160% of the city.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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