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Renton, WA internet providers

Provider
Xfinity $30.00 50 - 987 MbpsCable99%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 1,000 MbpsFiber-optic14%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 140 MbpsDSL74%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $64.99 12 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.

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Renton internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    1000 Mbps

    Provider: CenturyLink

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    92286

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 99.03%

    2 providers - 97.82%

    3 providers - 5.33%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 99%

    DSL - 97%

    Fiber - 14%

    Source: FCC

At 99%, broadband coverage in Renton 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 Renton area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Renton residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 14% of those living in Renton.

There are four internet providers serving the Renton area, and 97.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Renton's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.

Results from real users

Average internet speeds in Renton

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Xfinity 153 Mbps 12 Mbps Cable
CenturyLink 86 Mbps 65 Mbps Fiber-optic

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Renton.

Compare Renton internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Renton – 133 Mbps

    WA – 126 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Renton – 20 Mbps

    WA – 39 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Renton.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Renton

The largest internet providers in Renton are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Renton.

Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Renton residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 74% of the area. Renton’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 14% of Renton residents.

Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$30/mo.
Max download speed

987 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

99%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

**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

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Renton covering 99% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Renton residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Xfinity start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Renton, $52.50.

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 Renton, $1.94.

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 Renton. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Renton's providers, 544 Mbps.

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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

140 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

74%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

**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

DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in Renton covering 74% of the area.

DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Renton 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 Renton, $52.50.

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 Renton, $1.94.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Renton. These download speeds are available to 74% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Renton's providers, 544 Mbps.

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CenturyLink fiber-optic internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

14%

*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 Aug 9, 2022.

**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

Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in Renton covering 14% 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 Renton 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 Renton, $52.50.

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 Renton, $1.94.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Renton. These download speeds are available to 14% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Renton's providers, 544 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Renton, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Renton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Renton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Renton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Renton at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Renton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Renton with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 14% of households in Renton. The next fastest internet provider in Renton is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 99% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Renton with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Renton, $52.50.

CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Renton, covering 14% of the city.

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%.

The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.

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.

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