Who is our top ranked provider in South Wenatchee WA? [Updated]

South Wenatchee, WA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in South Wenatchee, WA that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in South Wenatchee by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Chelan County PUD	Fiber	1000 Mbps	100 Mbps	98.4%
2	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	98.4%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

South Wenatchee WA Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in South Wenatchee compare to Chelan County? The average speed in South Wenatchee is 32.3 Mbps which is faster than Chelan County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Washington average of 24.42 Mbps.

South Wenatchee Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in South Wenatchee is 7.19 Mbps. This is 11.5% faster than the average in Washington and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in South Wenatchee is 0.4% faster than the Chelan County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in South Wenatchee is 7.19 Mbps. This is 1.1% faster than the Chelan County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 88.3% of Chelan County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 87.9% of Chelan County residents
The average internet download speed in Chelan County is 32.16 Mbps based upon 142000 samples taken in the past year

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of South Wenatchee residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Chelan County PUD as the top provider for South Wenatchee, Washington.

Who has the fastest internet service in South Wenatchee?

Chelan County PUD with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in South Wenatchee.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for South Wenatchee, Washington?

The following zip codes were used: 98801

How do the internet speeds in South Wenatchee compare to other cities in Washington?

Click through to see how the South Wenatchee broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Castle Rock, Friday Harbor, Orchards, Othello, Riverbend, Rosedale, Twisp

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in South Wenatchee - Chelan County PUD.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in South Wenatchee, Washington?

Chelan County PUD and Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 98.4% of South Wenatchee.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

South Wenatchee Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.