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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 13% |
| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 12% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.234% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 72% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 15% |
Ziply Fiber  | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
| Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 12% |
| Wave Broadband | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wired | 9.000% |
| Wave Broadband | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 2.018% |
| 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.77%
2 providers - 97.49%
3 providers - 15.40%
4+ providers - 0.24%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Bellevue 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 Bellevue area will have access to cable, which covers 90% of Bellevue residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 22% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 13% of those living in Bellevue.
There are seven internet providers serving the Bellevue area, and 97.49% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Bellevue's seven internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Wave Broadband | 204 Mbps | 144 Mbps | Wired |
| Frontier | 26 Mbps | 53 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 179 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
| Viasat | 23 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
| Ziply Fiber | 45 Mbps | 153 Mbps | DSL |
| CenturyLink | 21 Mbps | 32 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Bellevue.
The largest internet providers in Bellevue are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Bellevue.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to many Bellevue residents, covering 13% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 12% of the area. Bellevue’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Bellevue 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in Bellevue covering 13% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Bellevue 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 $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bellevue, $47.14.
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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.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in Bellevue covering 12% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Bellevue than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Bellevue, $47.14.
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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 all households in Bellevue covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Bellevue 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 Bellevue, $47.14.
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 Bellevue, $1.05.
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 Bellevue. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bellevue's providers, 748 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Bellevue, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Bellevue, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Bellevue and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bellevue at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bellevue at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Bellevue residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Bellevue with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 13% of households in Bellevue. The next fastest internet provider in Bellevue is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 12% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Bellevue with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bellevue, $47.14.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Bellevue, covering 15% of the city. Frontier also offers fiber internet in Bellevue and is available to 12% of households.
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.
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.
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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