Port Washington, WI High Speed Internet Service
There are a total of 4 companies providing internet service to a significant portion of Port Washington, Wisconsin and meet the minimum accepted broadband definition of 25 Mbps download speed. Our proprietary ranking calculation takes into account different aspects of useable download speed, upload speed and coverage area. For example, an increase of 100 Mbps download speed from 200 Mbps to 300 Mbps is much more significant for users than an increase from 1000 Mbps to 1100Mpbs. Also, for nearly all users download speed is much more important than upload speed. Our ranked ordering of internet service providers in Port Washington:
Rank | Provider | Tech | Max Download Speed | Max Upload Speed | Availability |
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1 | AT&T | DSL, Fiber | 1000 Mbps | 1000 Mbps | 94.2% |
2 | Spectrum | Cable | 940 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
4 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Port Washington WI 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 Port Washington have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:
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 Port Washington of 19.35 Mbps are faster than the Ozaukee County upload speeds and faster than the statewide average for Wisconsin.
Port Washington Internet Access Facts
There are 4 residential internet providers in Port Washington, WI providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Port Washington is 81.6% faster than the average in Wisconsin and 48.1% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 82.9% of the Ozaukee County population
The average internet download speed in Port Washington is 48 Mbps based upon 14248 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 100.0% of the Port Washington population
Fiber optic internet is available to 50.8% of Port Washington 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 Port Washington 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 AT&T as the top provider for Port Washington, Wisconsin.
Who has the fastest internet service in Port Washington?
AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Port Washington.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Port Washington, Wisconsin?
The following zip codes were used: 53024 and 53074
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Port Washington internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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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 |
How do the internet speeds in Port Washington compare to other cities in Wisconsin?
Click through to see how the Port Washington broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Lake Wissota, Merrimac, Random Lake, Shiocton, Sister Bay, St Francis, Taycheedah
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Port Washington - AT&T.
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 Port Washington, Wisconsin?
Spectrum provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Port Washington.
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.
Port Washington 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.
Spectrum
- 125+ channels
- Flexible packages
- 85,000 OnDemand titles
- All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
DISH
- 290+ channels
- Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
- 4 video package tiers
- Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages