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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 18% |
| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 78% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 24% |
Ziply Fiber  | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 18% |
| Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| 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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 98.10%
3 providers - 16.08%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 98005 ZIP code 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 98005 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 83% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 31% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 19% of those living in the 98005 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 98005 area, and 98.10% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 98005, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 98005 ZIP code are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to many in the 98005 ZIP code, covering 18% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 18% of the area. Bellevue’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 98005 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 a limited number of households in the 98005 ZIP code, covering 18% 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 Bellevue, $46.66.
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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.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 98005 ZIP code, covering 18% 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 98005 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Bellevue, $46.66.
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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 the 98005 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98005 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, $46.66.
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, $1.14.
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 98005 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bellevue's providers, 447 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 98005 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 98005 and the greater Bellevue area. 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 in the 98005 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in the 98005 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 18% of households in 98005. The next fastest internet provider in the 98005 ZIP code is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 18% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in the 98005 ZIP with service starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Bellevue, $46.66.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98005 ZIP code, covering 24% of the city. Frontier also offers fiber internet in 98005 and is available to 18% of households.
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.
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.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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