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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
StarTouch Broadband  | - | - | Wireless | 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 - 99.92%
3 providers - 6.37%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 98685 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 98685 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 93% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 7.340% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.600% of those living in the 98685 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 98685 area, and 99.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 98685, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 98685 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 98685 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 99% of the area. Vancouver’s third most-available internet provider, CenturyLink, offers fiber-optic to around 11% of residents in the 98685 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 98685 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98685 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, $53.74.
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 Vancouver, $1.99.
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 98685 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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*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 all households in the 98685 ZIP code, covering 99% 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 Vancouver, $53.74.
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 Vancouver, $1.99.
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 98685 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Vancouver's providers, 541 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 a limited number of households in the 98685 ZIP code, covering 11% 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 98685 ZIP code 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 Vancouver, $53.74.
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 Vancouver, $1.99.
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 98685 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 11% 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 98685 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 98685 and the greater Vancouver area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Vancouver at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Vancouver at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 98685 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 98685 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 98685. The next fastest internet provider in the 98685 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 98685 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Vancouver, $53.74.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98685 ZIP code, covering 11% of the city.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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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