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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 96% |
| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 15% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Ziply Fiber  | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 15% |
| Wave Broadband | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 5.228% |
| PogoZone | $35.00 | - | Fiber-optic | 3.634% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| StarTouch Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| PogoZone | $35.00 | - | Wireless | 78% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.69%
2 providers - 95.71%
3 providers - 8.26%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Mount Vernon residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 26% of those living in Mount Vernon.
There are eight internet providers serving the Mount Vernon area, and 95.71% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Mount Vernon's eight internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Mount Vernon are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Mount Vernon.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Mount Vernon residents, covering 96% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 15% of the area. Mount Vernon’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of Mount Vernon 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Mount Vernon covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Mount Vernon 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 $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Mount Vernon, $43.57.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to a limited number of households in Mount Vernon covering 15% 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 Mount Vernon than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Mount Vernon, $43.57.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Mount Vernon covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon, $43.57.
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 Mount Vernon, $1.15.
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 Mount Vernon. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Mount Vernon's providers, 269 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Mount Vernon, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Mount Vernon, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Mount Vernon and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Mount Vernon at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Mount Vernon at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Mount Vernon residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Mount Vernon with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Mount Vernon. The next fastest internet provider in Mount Vernon is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 15% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Mount Vernon with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Mount Vernon, $43.57.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Mount Vernon, covering 15% of the city. Ziply Fiber also offers fiber internet in Mount Vernon and is available to 15% of households.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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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