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

Forks, Washington Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Forks, 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 Forks 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	CresComm WiFi	wireless	66 Mbps	15 Mbps	89.2%
2	CenturyLink	DSL	80 Mbps	10 Mbps	85.6%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Forks 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 Forks 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

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Forks compare to Clallam County? The average speed in Forks is 5.4 Mbps which is slower than Clallam County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the Washington average of 24.42 Mbps.

Forks Internet Access Facts

There are 4 residential internet providers in Forks, WA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Forks is 77.9% slower than the average in Washington and 83.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 42.7% of the Clallam County population
The average internet download speed in Forks is 5.4 Mbps based upon 3088 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 7.7% of the Forks population
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.1% of Forks 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 Forks 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 CresComm WiFi as the top provider for Forks, Washington.

Who has the fastest internet service in Forks?

ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Forks.

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

The following zip codes were used: 98331

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

Click through to see how the Forks broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Benton City, Fairchild Afb, Lake Stickney, North Fort Lewis, Prosser, Rochester, Summitview

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 Forks, 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 Forks, Washington?

CresComm WiFi provides broadband internet service to 89.2% of Forks.

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.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Forks internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
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

Forks 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.