Best Fairchild AFB Internet Service Providers
Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Fairchild AFB, 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 Fairchild AFB 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 |
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1 | Xfinity | Cable | 987 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 94.6% |
2 | Wired or Wireless | wireless | 30 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | Ptera | wireless | 25 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
5 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Fairchild AFB WA 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 Fairchild AFB 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
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Fairchild AFB are compared to Spokane County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Washington overall?
Average download speeds in Fairchild AFB of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Spokane County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Washington.
Fairchild AFB Internet Access Facts
The average download speed in Fairchild AFB is 32.3% faster than the average in Washington and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 55.5% of the Spokane County population
The average internet download speed in Fairchild AFB is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 85.8% of the Fairchild AFB population
Fiber optic internet is available to 4.1% of Fairchild AFB residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Fairchild AFB, WA providing service to at least 15% of the city
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 Fairchild AFB 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 Xfinity as the top provider for Fairchild AFB, Washington.
Who has the fastest internet service in Fairchild AFB?
Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Fairchild AFB.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Fairchild AFB, Washington?
The following zip codes were used: 99011 and 99022
What is fiber internet service?
Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Fairchild AFB internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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25+ Mbps | 1-2 devices | Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming |
100+ Mbps | 3-5 devices | Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming |
1000+ Mbps | 6+ devices | Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming |
How do the internet speeds in Fairchild AFB compare to other cities in Washington?
Click through to see how the Fairchild AFB broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Big Lake, Edmonds, Felida, Normandy Park, North Bend, Selah, Sequim
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Fairchild AFB, Washington population.
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 Fairchild AFB, Washington?
Wired or Wireless and Ptera provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Fairchild AFB.
Fairchild AFB 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.

Xfinity
- 260+ channels
- Award winning voice remote
- Customize your plan
- Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app

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