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Internet providers in Arlington, WA
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 30 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 30 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.863% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Wave Broadband | $69.95 | 100 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 19% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 4.801% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Startouch | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Arlington internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Arlington is comparable to the rest of Washington - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Arlington area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Arlington residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.860% of those living in Arlington.
There are seven internet providers serving the Arlington area, and 96.97% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Arlington's seven internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Arlington
The largest internet providers in Arlington are Frontier, Xfinity, and Wave Broadband bringing DSL and cable options to Arlington.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Arlington residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Arlington’s third most-available internet provider, Wave Broadband, offers cable to around 19% of Arlington residents.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Arlington covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Arlington 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 Arlington, $43.82.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arlington, $1.51.
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 Arlington. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Arlington's providers, 233 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Arlington covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Arlington 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 Arlington, $43.82.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arlington, $1.51.
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 Arlington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Arlington's providers, 233 Mbps.
Wave Broadband 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Wave Broadband offers broadband to a limited number of households in Arlington covering 19% of the area.
Wave Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Arlington residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Wave Broadband start at $69.95/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Arlington, $43.82.
Wave Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.70 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Arlington, $1.51.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Wave Broadband offers download speeds up to 250 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Arlington. These download speeds are available to 19% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Arlington's providers, 233 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Arlington, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Arlington, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Arlington and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Arlington at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Arlington at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Arlington residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Arlington?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Arlington with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Arlington. The next fastest internet provider in Arlington is Wave Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 19% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Arlington?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Arlington with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Arlington, $43.82.
Is fiber internet available in Arlington?
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Arlington, covering 6.863% of the city.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
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.
What internet speeds do I get?
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.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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