Internet providers in Salem, Oregon
Salem is in Marion and Polk counties, Oregon, and has 6 ZIP codes. Available providers can differ from one ZIP code to the next, so pick yours below.
Xfinity reports service to the most residential locations in Salem, about 99%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Xfinity, CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber, T-Mobile Home Internet, Alyrica Networks, and Verizon), so the market looks competitive. T-Mobile Home Internet and Alyrica Networks offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Our picks for internet in Salem
- Widest coverage: Xfinity (about 99% of locations)
- No-install wireless option: T-Mobile Home Internet (about 72% of locations)
Picks are based on the share of locations each provider reports serving, not on price or customer reviews.
ZIP codes in Salem
Compare internet providers in Salem, Oregon
Share of residential locations in Salem where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 99% | |
| 2 | CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber | Fiber, DSL | 84% | |
| 3 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 72% | |
| 4 | Alyrica Networks | Fixed wireless | 65% | |
| 5 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 53% | Check availability |
| 6 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 45% | Check availability |
| 7 | Hunter Communications & Technologies | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 18% | |
| 8 | Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | <1% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Salem?
Fiber reaches about 23% of locations in Salem, so it is available in parts of the area but not everywhere. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 72% of locations. DSL is still reported for about 47% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 92% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Salem that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
Best-connected ZIP codes in Salem
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Salem?
Yes, in part. About 23% of residential locations in Salem can get fiber, 99% can get cable, and about 72% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Salem?
Xfinity reports service to about 99% of residential locations in Salem, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Salem?
7 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Salem, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Salem?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.