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Internet providers in Shelton, WA
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Shelton, WA internet providers
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| RJB Telecommunications Corp. | - | - | Cable | 56% |
| RJB Telecommunications Corp. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 32% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Shelton internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Shelton 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 Shelton area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Shelton residents. DSL 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 32% of those living in Shelton.
There are five internet providers serving the Shelton area, and 99.64% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Shelton's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Shelton
The largest internet providers in Shelton are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Shelton.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Shelton residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 99% of the area. Shelton’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Shelton residents.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Shelton covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Shelton 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 Shelton, $46.24.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelton, $2.89.
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 Shelton. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Shelton's providers, 284 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in Shelton covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Shelton 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Shelton, $46.24.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelton, $2.89.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Shelton. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Shelton's providers, 284 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Shelton covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Shelton 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Shelton, $46.24.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelton, $2.89.
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 Shelton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Shelton's providers, 284 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Shelton?
RJB Telecommunications Corp. is the fastest internet provider in Shelton with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 32% of households in Shelton. The next fastest internet provider in Shelton is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Shelton?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Shelton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Shelton, $46.24.
Is fiber internet available in Shelton?
RJB Telecommunications Corp. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Shelton, covering 32% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet 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.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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