Compare 98020 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Edmonds – 190 Mbps
WA – 126 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Edmonds – 53 Mbps
WA – 39 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Edmonds.
Internet providers in 98020
Find internet providers serving the 98020 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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98020 internet providers
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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 93% |
| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 93% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Ziply Fiber  | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 93% |
| Wave Broadband | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 4.100% |
| 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.
Need help?98020 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
12116
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.59%
2 providers - 93.81%
3 providers - 5.27%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 98020 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 98020 ZIP will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of households. 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 96% of those living in the 98020 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 98020 area, and 93.81% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 98020, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Edmonds
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 181 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
| Frontier | 300 Mbps | 277 Mbps | DSL |
| Wave Broadband | 602 Mbps | 210 Mbps | Cable |
| Ziply Fiber | 282 Mbps | 253 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Edmonds.
Top high-speed internet providers in 98020
The largest internet providers serving the 98020 ZIP code are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all in the 98020 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 93% of the area. Edmonds’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 98020 ZIP code.
Frontier DSL internet
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DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 98020 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Edmonds, $46.66.
Frontier fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 98020 ZIP code, covering 93% 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 98020 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $54.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Edmonds, $46.66.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 98020 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98020 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 Edmonds, $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 Edmonds, $1.23.
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 98020 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Edmonds's providers, 269 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 98020 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 98020 and the greater Edmonds area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Edmonds at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Edmonds at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 98020 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 98020 frequently asked questions
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in the 98020 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in 98020. The next fastest internet provider in the 98020 ZIP code is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 93% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in the 98020 ZIP with service starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Edmonds, $46.66.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98020 ZIP code, covering 93% of the city. Ziply Fiber also offers fiber internet in 98020 and is available to 93% of households.
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.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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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