| Provider | ||||
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| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | DSL | 96% |
| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 95% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Ziply Fiber  | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Ziply Fiber | $20.00 | 50 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 95% |
| 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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.82%
2 providers - 95.39%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Washougal 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 Washougal area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Washougal residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 99% of those living in Washougal.
There are six internet providers serving the Washougal area, and 95.39% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Washougal's six internet providers, prices start at $20 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Washougal are Frontier and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Washougal.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Washougal residents, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 95% of the area. Washougal’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Washougal 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.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Washougal covering 96% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Washougal 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 Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Washougal, $45.99.
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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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Washougal covering 95% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Washougal than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Washougal, $45.99.
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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 Washougal covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Washougal 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 Washougal, $45.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Washougal, $0.98.
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 Washougal. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Washougal's providers, 271 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Washougal, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Washougal, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Washougal and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Washougal at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Washougal at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Washougal residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Ziply Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Washougal with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 96% of households in Washougal. The next fastest internet provider in Washougal is Ziply Fiber, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 95% of the area.
Ziply Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Washougal with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Washougal, $45.99.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Washougal, covering 95% of the city. Ziply Fiber also offers fiber internet in Washougal and is available to 95% of households.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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