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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 13% |
| 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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.94%
2 providers - 99.55%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Gig Harbor 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 Gig Harbor area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Gig Harbor residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 78% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 22% of those living in Gig Harbor.
There are four internet providers serving the Gig Harbor area, and 99.55% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Gig Harbor's four internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 150 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 15 Mbps | 6 Mbps | DSL |
| HughesNet | 32 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Gig Harbor.
The largest internet providers in Gig Harbor are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Gig Harbor.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Gig Harbor residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 93% of the area. Gig Harbor’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 13% of Gig Harbor 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Gig Harbor covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Gig Harbor 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 Gig Harbor, $53.74.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gig Harbor, $1.99.
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 Gig Harbor. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gig Harbor's providers, 524 Mbps.
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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 CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in Gig Harbor covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Gig Harbor 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Gig Harbor, $53.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gig Harbor, $1.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Gig Harbor. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gig Harbor's providers, 524 Mbps.
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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.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in Gig Harbor covering 13% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from CenturyLink is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Gig Harbor than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Gig Harbor, $53.74.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gig Harbor, $1.99.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Gig Harbor. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gig Harbor's providers, 524 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Gig Harbor, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Gig Harbor, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Gig Harbor and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Gig Harbor at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Gig Harbor at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Gig Harbor residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Gig Harbor with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Gig Harbor. The next fastest internet provider in Gig Harbor is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 93% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Gig Harbor with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gig Harbor, $53.74.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Gig Harbor, covering 13% of the city.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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