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Internet providers in Chelan, WA
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Chelan, WA internet providers
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Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
Chelan County PUD | - | - | Fiber-optic | 98% |
Wave Broadband | $69.95 | 100 - 250 Mbps | Cable | 86% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
King Street Wireless | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
Computer 5, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 46% |
*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?Chelan internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Chelan 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 Chelan area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 98% of Chelan residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 86% of those living in Chelan.
There are seven internet providers serving the Chelan area, and 97.33% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Chelan's seven internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Chelan
The largest internet providers in Chelan are Frontier, Wave Broadband, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Chelan.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Chelan residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Wave Broadband, which covers 86% of the area. Chelan’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Chelan 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 Chelan covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Chelan 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 Chelan, $51.98.
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 Chelan, $1.44.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Chelan. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Chelan's providers, 76 Mbps.
Wave Broadband cable internet
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Cable from Wave Broadband offers broadband to nearly all households in Chelan covering 86% of the area.
Wave Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Chelan 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 Chelan, $51.98.
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 Chelan, $1.44.
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 Chelan. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chelan's providers, 76 Mbps.

HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Chelan covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Chelan where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Chelan, $51.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chelan, $1.44.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Chelan. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Chelan's providers, 76 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Chelan?
Chelan County PUD is the fastest internet provider in Chelan with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Chelan. The next fastest internet provider in Chelan is Wave Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 86% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Chelan?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Chelan with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chelan, $51.98.
Is fiber internet available in Chelan?
Chelan County PUD is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Chelan, covering 98% of the city.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
How do I get faster internet?
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.