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

Vancouver, WA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Vancouver, 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 Vancouver 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	99.0%
2	CenturyLink	DSL, Fiber	940 Mbps	940 Mbps	94.3%
3	Sureline Broadband	wireless	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	72.5%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Vancouver 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 Vancouver which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Vancouver are compared to Clark County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to Washington overall?
Average download speeds in Vancouver of 29.14 Mbps are faster than the Clark County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for Washington.

Vancouver Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 78.2% of the Clark County population
The average internet download speed in Vancouver is 29.14 Mbps based upon 1024680 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 99.0% of the Vancouver population
Fiber optic internet is available to 57.9% of Vancouver residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Vancouver, WA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Vancouver is 104.2% faster than the Clark County average and 10.1% slower 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver, Washington.

Who has the fastest internet service in Vancouver?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 98607, 98660, 98661, 98662, 98663, 98664, 98665, 98667, 98682, 98683, 98684 and 98687

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

Click through to see how the Vancouver broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Aberdeen, Barberton, Connell, Ferndale, Lake Marcel Stillwater, Poulsbo, Sunnyslope

Is there fiber internet service near me?

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

Xfinity provides broadband internet service to 99.0% of Vancouver.

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 Vancouver 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

Vancouver 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.