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Internet providers in Shelton, WA
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Shelton, WA internet providers
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
CenturyLink  | $45.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Hood Canal Communications | $48.95 | 25 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 56% |
| Hood Canal Communications | $48.95 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 32% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Shelton internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
9832
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.90%
2 providers - 99.64%
3 providers - 57.31%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
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 Hood Canal Communications bringing cable and DSL 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, Hood Canal Communications, offers cable to around 56% 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 Oct 13, 2021.
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, $46.79.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelton, $1.80.
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, 437 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 Oct 13, 2021.
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, $46.79.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelton, $1.80.
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, 437 Mbps.
Hood Canal Communications 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Hood Canal Communications offers broadband to about half of households in Shelton covering 56% of the area.
Hood Canal Communications’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 Hood Canal Communications start at $48.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Shelton, $46.79.
Hood Canal Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.96 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Shelton, $1.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Hood Canal Communications offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Shelton. These download speeds are available to 56% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Shelton's providers, 437 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Shelton, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Shelton, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Shelton and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Shelton at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Shelton at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Shelton residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Shelton?
Hood Canal Communications 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, $46.79.
Is fiber internet available in Shelton?
Hood Canal Communications 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.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
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.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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