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Find internet providers serving the 98034 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.61%
3 providers - 17.61%
4+ providers - 0.00%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 98034 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 98034 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. 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 95% of those living in the 98034 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 98034 area, and 99.61% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 98034, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 98034 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 98034 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 95% of the area. Kirkland’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 98034 ZIP code.
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to all households in the 98034 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Kirkland, $47.58.
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 Kirkland, $1.36.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 98034 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kirkland's providers, 269 Mbps.
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in the 98034 ZIP code, covering 95% 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 98034 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Kirkland, $47.58.
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 Kirkland, $1.36.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 98034 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kirkland's providers, 269 Mbps.
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 98034 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98034 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 Kirkland, $47.58.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kirkland, $1.36.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 98034 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kirkland's providers, 269 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 98034 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 98034 and the greater Kirkland area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Kirkland at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Kirkland at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 98034 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 98034 ZIP code with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 98034. The next fastest internet provider in the 98034 ZIP code is Wave Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 9.948% of the area.
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in the 98034 ZIP with service starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Kirkland, $47.58.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98034 ZIP code, covering 95% of the city.
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Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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.