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Tacoma, WA internet providers

Provider
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable100%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsDSL64%
CenturyLink $50.00 ** 10 - 940 MbpsFiber-optic48%
ClickCableTV(wholesale) $34.95 55 - 500 MbpsCable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%

*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.

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Tacoma internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    197956

    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

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 100%

    DSL - 6.810%

    Fiber - 13%

    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.

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Average internet speeds in Tacoma

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
ClickCableTV(wholesale) 53 Mbps 20 Mbps Cable
HughesNet 5 Mbps 2 Mbps Satellite
Xfinity 165 Mbps 134 Mbps Cable
CenturyLink 41 Mbps 28 Mbps DSL

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Tacoma.

Compare Tacoma internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Tacoma – 140 Mbps

    WA – 126 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Tacoma – 22 Mbps

    WA – 39 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Tacoma.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Tacoma

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.

Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 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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CenturyLink DSL internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

40 Mbps

Average availability

64%

*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 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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CenturyLink fiber-optic internet

Provider
CenturyLink
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

940 Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

48%

*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.

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.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

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.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

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.

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.

Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.

Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.

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