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

South Creek, 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 South Creek, 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 Creek 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	42.1%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	100 Mbps	40 Mbps	87.3%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

South Creek 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in South Creek are compared to Pierce County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Washington overall?
Average download speeds in South Creek of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Pierce County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Washington.

South Creek Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in South Creek is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 42.3% of the South Creek population
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of South Creek residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in South Creek, WA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in South Creek is 67.8% faster than the Pierce County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 96.3% of Pierce 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 South Creek 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 South Creek, Washington.

Who has the fastest internet service in South Creek?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 98338, 98387 and 98580

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

Click through to see how the South Creek broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ahtanum, Enumclaw, Ferndale, Fords Prairie, Friday Harbor, Mabton, Moses Lake North

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in South Creek - 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 South Creek, Washington?

CenturyLink provides broadband internet service to 87.3% of South Creek.

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 South Creek 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

South Creek 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.