Compare Brier internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Brier – Mbps
WA – 125.0 Mbps
U.S. – 133.0 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Brier – Mbps
WA – 38.0 Mbps
U.S. – 46.0 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Brier.
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Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 97% |
Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 97% |
Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 97% |
PogoZone | $35.00 | - | Cable | 14% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
StarTouch Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 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 - 99.96%
2 providers - 97.05%
3 providers - 13.50%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Brier 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 Brier area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Brier residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 100% of those living in Brier.
There are seven internet providers serving the Brier area, and 97.05% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Brier's seven internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Brier are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Brier.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Brier residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 97% of the area. Brier’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Brier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Brier covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Brier 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 Brier, $44.16.
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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 nearly all households in Brier covering 97% 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 Brier 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 Brier, $44.16.
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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 Brier covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Brier 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 Brier, $44.16.
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 Brier, $0.94.
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 Brier. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Brier's providers, 274 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Brier, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Brier, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Brier and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Brier at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Brier at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Brier residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Brier with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Brier. The next fastest internet provider in Brier is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Brier with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Brier, $44.16.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Brier, covering 97% of the city. Ziply Fiber also offers fiber internet in Brier and is available to 97% of households.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.