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

Best Midland Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Midland, 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 Midland 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	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	99.7%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	92.0%
3	Mashell	Cable	100 Mbps	10 Mbps	94.8%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Midland 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

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 Midland of 7.19 Mbps are faster than the Pierce County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Washington.

Midland Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 34.2% of Pierce County residents
DSL internet is available to 92.4% of Midland residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Midland, WA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Midland 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 64.5% of the Pierce County population
The average internet download speed in Midland is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Midland 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 Midland, Washington.

Who has the fastest internet service in Midland?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Midland.

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

The following zip codes were used: 98404, 98444 and 98445

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 Midland 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

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

Click through to see how the Midland broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Brewster, Burbank, Frederickson, Salmon Creek, Selah, Spanaway, Woods Creek

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Midland - CenturyLink.

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 Midland, Washington?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.7% of Midland.

Midland 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.