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Internet providers in 98444
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.344% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 81% |
| Click Cable TV | - | - | Cable | 75% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 6.967% |
| 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?98444 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 98444 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 98444 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Tacoma, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 98444 area, and 99.77% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 98444, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 98444
The largest internet providers serving the 98444 ZIP code are Xfinity, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 98444 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 81% of the area. Tacoma’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 98444 ZIP code.
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 all households in the 98444 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98444 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, $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 Tacoma, $2.43.
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 98444 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Tacoma's providers, 544 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 nearly all households in the 98444 ZIP code, covering 81% 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 $45/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Tacoma, $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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Tacoma, $2.43.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 140 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in 98444 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 81% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Tacoma's providers, 544 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 the 98444 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 98444 ZIP 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 Tacoma, $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 Tacoma, $2.43.
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 98444 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Tacoma's providers, 544 Mbps.
Internet providers in 98444 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 98444?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 98444 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.344% of households in 98444. The next fastest internet provider in the 98444 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 98444?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 98444 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Tacoma, $46.24.
Is fiber internet available in 98444?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98444 ZIP code, covering 0.344% 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.
What are my internet options?
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.
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.
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