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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
RainierConnect  | $34.95 | 55 - 200 Mbps | Cable | 23% |
| RainierConnect | $34.95 | 55 - 200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.130% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $39.95 | - | DSL | 1.160% |
| 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?At 99%, broadband coverage in the 98387 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 98387 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 9.840% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.780% of those living in the 98387 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 98387 area, and 99.11% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 98387, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 10,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CenturyLink | 91 Mbps | 58 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 164 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Spanaway.
The largest internet providers serving the 98387 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and RainierConnect bringing cable and DSL options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 98387 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 96% of the area. Spanaway’s third most-available internet provider, RainierConnect, offers cable to around 23% of residents in the 98387 ZIP code.
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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 98387 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98387 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 Spanaway, $48.31.
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 Spanaway, $1.18.
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 98387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Spanaway's providers, 444 Mbps.
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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.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 98387 ZIP code, covering 96% 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 Spanaway, $48.31.
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 Spanaway, $1.18.
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 98387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Spanaway's providers, 444 Mbps.
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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 RainierConnect offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 98387 ZIP code, covering 23% of the area.
RainierConnect’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98387 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for RainierConnect start at $34.95/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Spanaway, $48.31.
RainierConnect customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 55 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.64 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Spanaway, $1.18.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, RainierConnect offers download speeds up to 200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 98387 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 23% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Spanaway's providers, 444 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 98387 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 98387 and the greater Spanaway area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Spanaway at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Spanaway at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 98387 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont is the fastest internet provider in the 98387 ZIP code with download speeds up to 10,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.160% of households in 98387. The next fastest internet provider in the 98387 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 98387 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Spanaway, $48.31.
RainierConnect is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98387 ZIP code, covering 5.130% of the city.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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