Best Sudden Valley Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Sudden Valley, 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 Sudden Valley 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
1XfinityCable987 Mbps35 Mbps99.7%
2ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
3CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber100 Mbps50 Mbps33.2%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Sudden Valley 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 Sudden Valley have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

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

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Sudden Valley Internet Access Facts

  • There are 4 residential internet providers in Sudden Valley, WA providing service to at least 15% of the city

  • The average download speed in Sudden Valley 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 37.1% of the Whatcom County population

  • The average internet download speed in Sudden Valley is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months

  • Cable internet is available to 99.5% of the Sudden Valley population

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 14.5% of Sudden Valley residents

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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 Sudden Valley 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 Sudden Valley, Washington.

Who has the fastest internet service in Sudden Valley?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 98229

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 Sudden Valley internet service.

Speed Devices Typical Usage
25+ Mbps1-2 devicesWeb browsing
Music streaming
HD video streaming
100+ Mbps3-5 devicesVideo conferencing
4K video streaming
Online gaming
1000+ Mbps6+ devicesMultiple video or 4K streams
Zero latency gaming

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

Click through to see how the Sudden Valley broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Alderwood Manor, Entiat, Erlands Point Kitsap Lake, Everett, North Bend, Rochester, Warden

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Sudden Valley - 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 Sudden Valley, Washington?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.7% of Sudden Valley.




Sudden Valley 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
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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