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Internet providers in West Richland, WA
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West Richland, WA internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 24 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Desert Winds Wireless  | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| StarTouch Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Benton Rural Electric Association | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?West Richland internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
11805
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.86%
2 providers - 96.04%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in West Richland 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 West Richland area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of West Richland residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in West Richland, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the West Richland area, and 96.04% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among West Richland's seven internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in West Richland
The largest internet providers in West Richland are Frontier, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to West Richland.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all West Richland residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 99% of the area. West Richland’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of West Richland residents.
Frontier 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in West Richland covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in West Richland 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 $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in West Richland, $45.74.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Richland, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 24 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in West Richland. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all West Richland's providers, 39 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in West Richland covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but West Richland residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in West Richland, $45.74.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Richland, $0.75.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in West Richland. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all West Richland's providers, 39 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in West Richland covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of West Richland 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 West Richland, $45.74.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in West Richland, $0.75.
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 West Richland. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all West Richland's providers, 39 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in West Richland?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in West Richland with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in West Richland. The next fastest internet provider in West Richland is Desert Winds Wireless, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in West Richland?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in West Richland with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in West Richland, $45.74.
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.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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