Compare 98203 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Everett – 177 Mbps
WA – 126 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Everett – 60 Mbps
WA – 39 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Everett.
Internet providers in 98203
Internet providers in your area
98203 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | DSL | 96% |
| Frontier | $54.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 91% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Ziply Fiber  | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 91% |
| Wave Broadband | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wired | 6.580% |
| Wave Broadband | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 1.160% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| StarTouch Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 86% |
*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?98203 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
24277
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 96.70%
3 providers - 4.70%
4+ providers - 0.26%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 98203 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 98203 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 95% of those living in the 98203 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 98203 area, and 96.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 98203, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Everett
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ziply Fiber | 216 Mbps | 178 Mbps | DSL |
| Frontier | 201 Mbps | 162 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 137 Mbps | 51 Mbps | Cable |
| Wave Broadband | 102 Mbps | 95 Mbps | Wired |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Everett.
Top high-speed internet providers in 98203
The largest internet providers serving the 98203 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 98203 ZIP code, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 91% of the area. Everett’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 98203 ZIP code.
Frontier DSL internet
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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 nearly all households in the 98203 ZIP code, covering 96% 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 Everett, $46.66.
Frontier fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 98203 ZIP code, covering 91% 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 98203 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 Everett, $46.66.
Xfinity cable internet
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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 the 98203 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98203 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 Everett, $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 Everett, $1.20.
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 98203 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Everett's providers, 469 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 98203 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 98203 and the greater Everett area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Everett at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Everett at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 98203 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 98203 frequently asked questions
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in the 98203 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in 98203. The next fastest internet provider in the 98203 ZIP code is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 91% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in the 98203 ZIP with service starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Everett, $46.66.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98203 ZIP code, covering 91% of the city. Ziply Fiber also offers fiber internet in 98203 and is available to 91% of households.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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