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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 64% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 48% |
ClickCableTV(wholesale)  | $34.95 | 55 - 500 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| 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 Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.96%
3 providers - 98.92%
4+ providers - 2.95%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Tacoma 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 Tacoma area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Tacoma residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 13% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.810% of those living in Tacoma.
There are five internet providers serving the Tacoma area, and 99.96% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Tacoma's five internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Tacoma are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to Tacoma.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Tacoma residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 64% of the area. Tacoma’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 48% of Tacoma residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Tacoma covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Tacoma 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 Tacoma, $49.98.
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 Tacoma, $1.56.
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 Tacoma. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Tacoma's providers, 455 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to most households in Tacoma covering 64% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Tacoma 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 Tacoma, $49.98.
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 Tacoma, $1.56.
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 Tacoma. These download speeds are available to 64% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Tacoma's providers, 455 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in Tacoma covering 48% 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 Tacoma 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 Tacoma, $49.98.
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 Tacoma, $1.56.
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 Tacoma. These download speeds are available to 48% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Tacoma's providers, 455 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Tacoma, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Tacoma, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Tacoma and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Tacoma at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Tacoma at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Tacoma residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Tacoma with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Tacoma. The next fastest internet provider in Tacoma is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 64% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Tacoma with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Tacoma, $49.98.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Tacoma, covering 48% 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.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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