Internet providers in Seattle, Washington 98115
ZIP code 98115 is in Seattle, King County, Washington. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Seattle 98115: local snapshot
About 97% of the 23,403 households in 98115 have a broadband subscription, 4 points above the Washington average of 93%. That ranks 98115#42 of 549 ZIP codes in Washington for broadband adoption. Very few households (1%) are offline, suggesting internet service is widely used in this area.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Seattle, Washington
Share of residential locations in Seattle 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 | 96% | |
| 2 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 84% | |
| 3 | CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber | Fiber, DSL | 78% | |
| 4 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 77% | Check availability |
| 5 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 66% | Check availability |
| 6 | Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | 43% | |
| 7 | Google Fiber | Fiber | 6% |
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 Seattle?
Fiber is widely available: about 77% of locations in Seattle can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 96% of locations. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 94% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Seattle that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Seattle 98115
Xfinity reports service to the most residential locations in Seattle, about 96%. 5 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Xfinity, T-Mobile Home Internet, CenturyLink / Quantum Fiber, Verizon, and AT&T), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Google Fiber (6%). T-Mobile Home Internet offers fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 98115 (97%) is higher than the Seattle average of 94%. By median household income, 98115 ranks 8 of 34 ZIP codes in Seattle. The median age of residents is 37.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Seattle?
Yes, in part. About 77% of residential locations in Seattle can get fiber, 98% can get cable, and about 96% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Seattle?
Xfinity reports service to about 96% of residential locations in Seattle, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Seattle?
7 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Seattle, and 5 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Seattle?
Fiber providers reporting service in Seattle include Google Fiber (6% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
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 Seattle 98115?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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