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Internet providers in Yakima, WA
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Yakima, WA internet providers
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| CenturyLink | $65 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.493% |
| CenturyLink | $45 | 12 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 2.207% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Startouch | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Washington Broadband, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Yakima internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Yakima 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 Yakima area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Yakima residents. 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 1.490% of those living in Yakima.
There are seven internet providers serving the Yakima area, and 99.08% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Yakima's seven internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Yakima
The largest internet providers in Yakima are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to Yakima.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Yakima residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 92% of the area. Yakima’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Yakima residents.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Yakima covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Yakima 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 Yakima, $45.00.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Yakima, $1.73.
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 Yakima. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Yakima's providers, 256 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 Yakima covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in Yakima 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 Yakima, $45.00.
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 Yakima, $1.73.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in Yakima. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Yakima's providers, 256 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 Yakima covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Yakima 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 Yakima, $45.00.
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 Yakima, $1.73.
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 Yakima. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Yakima's providers, 256 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Yakima?
CenturyLink is the fastest internet provider in Yakima with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.493% of households in Yakima. The next fastest internet provider in Yakima is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Yakima?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Yakima with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Yakima, $45.00.
Is fiber internet available in Yakima?
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Yakima, covering 1.493% of the city.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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