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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 70% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.940% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Orcas Online  | $47.50 | 5 - 75 Mbps | Wireless | 1.230% |
*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.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.97%
2 providers - 97.56%
3 providers - 6.69%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 98502 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 98502 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 83% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 17% of the area. No DSL providers are currently available in Olympia, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the 98502 area, and 97.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 98502, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 98502 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 98502 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 70% of the area. Olympia’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 98502 ZIP code.
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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 the 98502 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98502 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 Olympia, $52.49.
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 Olympia, $2.39.
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 98502 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Olympia's providers, 436 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 98502 ZIP code, covering 70% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink 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 CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Olympia, $52.49.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Olympia, $2.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 98502 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Olympia's providers, 436 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 98502 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 98502 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Olympia, $52.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Olympia, $2.39.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 98502 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Olympia's providers, 436 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 98502 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 98502. The next fastest internet provider in the 98502 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 70% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 98502 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Olympia, $52.49.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98502 ZIP code, covering 3.940% of the city.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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