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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 96% |
| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 94% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 4.935% |
Ziply Fiber 
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$20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
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Ziply Fiber
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$20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 94% |
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Wave Broadband
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$40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wired | 4.242% |
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Wave Broadband
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$40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 2.745% |
| 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 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 - 99.91%
2 providers - 95.82%
3 providers - 8.86%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Redmond 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 Redmond area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Redmond residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in Redmond.
There are seven internet providers serving the Redmond area, and 95.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Redmond's seven internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Redmond are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Redmond.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Redmond residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 94% of the area. Redmond’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 98% of Redmond 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 Redmond covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Redmond 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 Redmond, $45.71.
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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 nearly all households in Redmond covering 94% 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 Redmond 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 Redmond, $45.71.
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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 nearly all households in Redmond covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Redmond 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 Redmond, $45.71.
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 Redmond, $1.31.
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 Redmond. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Redmond's providers, 415 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Redmond, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Redmond, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Redmond and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Redmond at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Redmond at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Redmond residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Redmond with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Redmond. The next fastest internet provider in Redmond is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Redmond with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Redmond, $45.71.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Redmond, covering 94% of the city. Ziply Fiber also offers fiber internet in Redmond and is available to 94% of households.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
*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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