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Find internet providers serving the 98682 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
CenturyLink  | $65.00 | 20 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 17% |
| CenturyLink | $45.00 | 20 - 140 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| StarTouch Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.09%
3 providers - 18.73%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 98682 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 98682 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. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 17% of those living in the 98682 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 98682 area, and 99.09% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 98682, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| CenturyLink | 77 Mbps | 54 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 181 Mbps | 16 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Vancouver.
The largest internet providers serving the 98682 ZIP code are Xfinity and CenturyLink bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all in the 98682 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 94% of the area. Vancouver’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 17% of residents in the 98682 ZIP code.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 98682 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98682 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 Vancouver, $46.24.
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 Vancouver, $1.78.
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 98682 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Vancouver's providers, 541 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in the 98682 ZIP code, covering 94% 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 Vancouver, $46.24.
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 Vancouver, $1.78.
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 98682 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Vancouver's providers, 541 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Fiber-optic from CenturyLink offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 98682 ZIP code, covering 17% 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 98682 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $65/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Vancouver, $46.24.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Vancouver, $1.78.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 98682 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Vancouver's providers, 541 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 98682 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 98682 and the greater Vancouver area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Vancouver at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Vancouver at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 98682 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in the 98682 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 17% of households in 98682. The next fastest internet provider in the 98682 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 98682 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Vancouver, $46.24.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98682 ZIP code, covering 17% of the city.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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.
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