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| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Verizon | $49.99 | 300 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.961% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Windstream  | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.131% |
| Windstream | - | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.166% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $39.95 | - | DSL | 17% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $39.95 | - | Cable | 16% |
| 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.
Need help?At 100%, broadband coverage in Washington is comparable to the rest of Pennsylvania - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Washington area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Washington residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 37% of those living in Washington.
There are six internet providers serving the Washington area, and 99.52% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Washington's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Washington are Verizon, Xfinity, and Telephone Operating Company of Vermont bringing DSL and cable options to Washington.
DSL internet from Verizon is available to nearly all Washington residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Washington’s third most-available internet provider, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offers DSL to around 17% of Washington residents.
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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 Verizon offers broadband to all households in Washington covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from Verizon uses telephone lines in Washington 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 Verizon start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Washington, $50.98.
Verizon customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washington, $0.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Verizon offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Washington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Washington's providers, 101 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 Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Washington covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Washington 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 Washington, $50.98.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washington, $0.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Washington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Washington's providers, 101 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.
DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to a limited number of households in Washington covering 17% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont uses telephone lines in Washington 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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $39.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Washington, $50.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in Washington. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Washington's providers, 101 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Washington, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Washington, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Washington and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Washington at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Washington at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Washington residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in Washington with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 17% of households in Washington. The next fastest internet provider in Washington is Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offering download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps to 16% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Washington with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Washington, $50.98.
Verizon is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Washington, covering 1.961% of the city. Windstream also offers fiber internet in Washington and is available to 0.166% of households.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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