Sumner, WA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Sumner, 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 Sumner 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 Mbps99.4%
2CenturyLinkDSL, Fiber940 Mbps940 Mbps67.9%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Sumner 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.

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Sumner compare to Pierce County? The average speed in Sumner is 37.06 Mbps which is faster than Pierce County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the Washington average of 24.42 Mbps.

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Sumner Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Pierce County is 19.25 Mbps based upon 1956216 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in Sumner is 5.52 Mbps. This is 14.4% slower than the average in Washington and 52.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Sumner is 92.5% faster than the Pierce County average and 14.4% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Sumner is 5.52 Mbps. This is 9.1% faster than the Pierce County average and 52.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 96.3% of Pierce County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 34.2% of Pierce County 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 Sumner 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 Sumner, Washington.

Who has the fastest internet service in Sumner?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 98047, 98372, 98390 and 98391

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

Click through to see how the Sumner broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Davenport, Moxee, North Bonneville, Ocean Shores, Parkland, Salmon Creek, Tukwila

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.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Sumner, Washington?

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.4% of Sumner.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 4 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Sumner, WA residents.

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 is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.




Sumner 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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