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

Tumwater, 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 Tumwater, 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 Tumwater 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	99.4%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	89.7%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Tumwater WA Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Tumwater which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

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 Tumwater of 4.77 Mbps are faster than the Thurston County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for Washington.

Tumwater Internet Access Facts

The average download speed in Tumwater is 270.6% faster than the Thurston County average and 81.8% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Tumwater is 4.77 Mbps. This is 28.9% faster than the Thurston County average and 58.9% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 92.8% of Thurston County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 12.5% of Thurston County residents
The average internet download speed in Thurston County is 15.89 Mbps based upon 579728 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Tumwater is 141.2% faster than the average in Washington and 81.8% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Tumwater 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 Tumwater, Washington.

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

Click through to see how the Tumwater broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ames Lake, Connell, Hansville, Indianola, Lakewood, Pomeroy, Stevenson

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.

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

The following zip codes were used: 98501, 98502, 98511, 98512 and 98599

Who has the fastest internet service in Tumwater?

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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Tumwater - CenturyLink.

Tumwater 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.