Compare 98903 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Yakima – 79 Mbps
WA – 126 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Yakima – 15 Mbps
WA – 39 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Yakima.
Internet providers in 98903
Internet providers in your area
98903 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 84% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 *** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 51% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 *** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.560% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Washington Broadband | $39.00 | 1.5 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
StarTouch Broadband  | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Benton Rural Electric Association | $49.95 | - | Wireless | 2.770% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
***Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
Need help?98903 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8223
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 91.88%
2 providers - 82.34%
3 providers - 0.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 83%, broadband coverage in the 98903 ZIP code is slightly lower than the rest of Washington - 97%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 98903 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 83% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 30% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 15% of those living in the 98903 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 98903 area, and 82.34% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 98903, prices start at $39 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Yakima
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 19 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
| Spectrum | 95 Mbps | 9 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 84 Mbps | 42 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Yakima.
Top high-speed internet providers in 98903
The largest internet providers serving the 98903 ZIP code are Spectrum, CenturyLink, and HughesNet bringing cable, DSL, and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to most in the 98903 ZIP code, covering 84% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 51% of the area. Yakima’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 98903 ZIP code.
Spectrum cable internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 98903 ZIP code, covering 84% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 98903 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Yakima, $56.98.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Yakima, $0.95.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 98903 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 84% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Yakima's providers, 209 Mbps.
CenturyLink DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to about half of households in the 98903 ZIP code, covering 51% 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Yakima, $56.98.
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 Yakima, $0.95.
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 98903 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 51% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Yakima's providers, 209 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 98903 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 98903 ZIP 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Yakima, $56.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Yakima, $0.95.
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 98903 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Yakima's providers, 209 Mbps.
Internet providers in 98903 frequently asked questions
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 98903 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps*. These speeds are available to 84% of households in 98903. The next fastest internet provider in the 98903 ZIP code is CenturyLink, offering download speeds up to 940 Mbps to 51% of the area.
Benton Rural Electric Association offers the cheapest internet in the 98903 ZIP with service starting at $49.95/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Yakima, $56.98.
CenturyLink is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 98903 ZIP code, covering 6.560% of the city.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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