Compare 98107 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Seattle – 106 Mbps
WA – 126 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Seattle – 41 Mbps
WA – 39 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Seattle.
Internet providers in 98107
Find internet providers serving the 98107 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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98107 internet providers
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 76% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 73% |
Wave Broadband  | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Wired | 4.420% |
| 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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?98107 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
3094
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 97.82%
3 providers - 8.84%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 98107 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 98107 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 4.300% of those living in the 98107 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 98107 area, and 97.82% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 98107, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
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Average internet speeds in Seattle
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Wave Broadband | 171 Mbps | 133 Mbps | Wired |
| CenturyLink | 149 Mbps | 137 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 155 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Seattle.
Top high-speed internet providers in 98107
The largest internet providers serving the 98107 ZIP code are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 98107 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 76% of the area. Seattle’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 73% of residents in the 98107 ZIP code.
Xfinity cable internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 98107 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98107 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 Seattle, $50.99.
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 Seattle, $2.32.
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 98107 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Seattle's providers, 635 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 98107 ZIP code, covering 76% 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 Seattle, $50.99.
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 Seattle, $2.32.
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 98107 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Seattle's providers, 635 Mbps.
CenturyLink fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in the 98107 ZIP code, covering 73% 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 98107 ZIP code 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 Seattle, $50.99.
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 Seattle, $2.32.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 98107 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 73% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Seattle's providers, 635 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 98107 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 98107 and the greater Seattle area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Seattle at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Seattle at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 98107 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 98107 frequently asked questions
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 98107 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 98107. The next fastest internet provider in the 98107 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 76% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 98107 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Seattle, $50.99.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98107 ZIP code, covering 73% of the city.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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.
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