Independence, OR High Speed Internet Service
There are a total of 6 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Independence, Oregon and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Independence:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | Monmouth Independence Network | Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 100.0% |
2 | Spectrum | Cable | 940 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 99.7% |
3 | Adaptive Broadband | wireless | 50 Mbps | 50 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | Alyrica Networks | wireless | 40 Mbps | 5 Mbps | 100.0% |
5 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
6 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Independence OR Internet Access Options
When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Independence have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:
Broadband Internet Speeds
For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Independence of 14.76 Mbps are faster than the Polk County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Oregon.
Independence Internet Access Facts
Fiber optic internet is available to 100.0% of Independence residents
The average internet download speed in Polk County is 24.05 Mbps based upon 176144 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Independence is 14.76 Mbps. This is 98.4% faster than the average in Oregon and 27.2% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Independence is 73.5% faster than the Polk County average and 28.8% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Independence is 14.76 Mbps. This is 88.7% faster than the Polk County average and 27.2% faster than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 83.8% of Polk County residents
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 Independence 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 Monmouth Independence Network as the top provider for Independence, Oregon.
How do the internet speeds in Independence compare to other cities in Oregon?
Click through to see how the Independence broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Dayton, Depoe Bay, Joseph, Phoenix, Sandy, Stayton, Umatilla
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.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Independence, Oregon?
The following zip codes were used: 97351
Who has the fastest internet service in Independence?
Monmouth Independence Network with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Independence.
Is there DSL internet service near me?
Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Independence, Oregon.
What is an internet data cap?
Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.
What is fixed wireless internet service?
Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.
Independence 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.
Spectrum
- 125+ channels
- Flexible packages
- 85,000 OnDemand titles
- All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages