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Internet Providers in Portland, OR

Over 9,047 people in Portland found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

45% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

CenturyLink

82.29% availability
CenturyLink logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

140 Mbps

User Review:

(2639)

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Unlimited, Uncomplicated, Unbundled

#3

Windstream

Windstream logo

Connection Types:

Fiber / Cable / DSL / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2717)

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Windstream offers two great high-speed Internet plans that will support all of your online activities.

#4

Quantum Fiber

75.12% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2977)

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Fast Fiber internet for home or business

#5

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#6

Xfinity

88.95% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2645)

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Comcast customers get access to millions of WiFi hotspots nationwide!

#7

Viasat

6.32% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#8

Ziply

1.21% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2976)

Compare all Ziply Internet Offers and Plans. Also see the money-saving promos, coupons and deals from Ziply.

#9

HughesNet

6.42% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in Portland, OR

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in Portland

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Portland, it it is available at your address. Fiber internet is the top choice for consistency and speed, making it ideal for remote work and for households with many users and devices. Plans start at 100 Mbps, with pricing ranging between $39.95 and $99/mo.

Windstream cable internet is the next-best option in Portland for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 2 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $39.99/mo.

CenturyLink 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Portland. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 3 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Portland?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Portland, OR, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 45% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps45.00%
WindstreamFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps0.00%
Quantum FiberFiber2 Gbps2 Gbps75.12%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps88.95%
ZiplyFiber1 Gbps1 Gbps1.21%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps6.32%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone140 Mbps140 Mbps82.29%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps6.42%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Portland?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Portland starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Windstream$39.99Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Quantum Fiber$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Ziply$40.00Up to 1 GbpsNoUnlimited
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
CenturyLink$50.00Up to 140 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB

What type of internet connection is best in Portland?

Portland has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

39.63%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

68.56%

Most widely available wired option. Windstream covers 0.00%, Xfinity covers 88.95%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

74.50%

CenturyLink, max 140 Mbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

5.51%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 82.29%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most Portland residents.

Portland, OR - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Portland, OR has a total of 27 internet providers including  13 Fiber providers, 6 Cable providers, 9 DSL providers, 15 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Portland, OR by Coverage Area

All 27 internet providers serving Portland by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 14 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone88.95%
2.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
3.CenturyLink140 Mbps140 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone82.29%
4.Quantum Fiber2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber75.12%
5.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber45.00%
6.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone6.42%
7.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone6.32%
8.Global Capacity8 Mbps1 MbpsDSL4.23%
9.Whiz to Coho20 Mbps20 MbpsFixed Wireless4.09%
10.Stephouse Networks1 Gbps1 GbpsFixed Wireless1.38%
11.Ziply1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber1.21%
12.InfoStructure1 Gbps1 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.10%
13.Wisper ISP20 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless0.02%
14.Wave1 Gbps1 GbpsCable0.01%
15.Day Wireless100 Mbps100 MbpsFixed Wireless0.01%
16.Windstream2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Phone~
17.Warm Springs Telecommunications Company4 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / Fixed Wireless~
18.Gorge Networks3 Mbps~Fiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
19.Cascade Utilities12 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / DSL~
20.Orcas Online8 Mbps8 MbpsFixed Wireless~
21.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
22.Freewire Broadband~~Fixed Wireless~
23.XO Communications~~DSL / Fixed Wireless~
24.Lightspeed Networks~~Fiber~
25.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
26.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
27.Zayo Group~~Fiber / Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Portland?

Yes. Portland residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Xfinity Internet Essentials

$14.95/month for up to 75 Mbps for qualifying households. Xfinity Internet Essentials includes xFi Gateway (modem + Wi-Fi) and discounted PCs.

Provider Program

Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist

$20/mo for 200 Mbps fiber for qualifying households. Windstream Kinetic Income Assist has no data caps and includes a modem.

Frequently Asked Questions about Portland

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Portland, OR, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 27 internet providers in Portland, OR. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in Portland, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in Portland. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. Portland residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. Windstream by Kinetic Income Assist provides up to 200 Mbps fiber for $20/mo. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in Portland, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in Portland. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in Portland is 57 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in Portland, OR.

Xfinity, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, CenturyLink, Quantum Fiber, and EarthLink Fiber offer internet in Portland, OR.

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Free wireless internet access points in Portland

Cedar Mill Community Library
12505 Nw Cornell Rd
Portland, OR 97229
(503) 644-0043
Garden Home Community Library
7475 Sw Oleson Rd
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 245-9932
Ledding Library
10660 Se 21st Ave
Portland, OR 97222
(503) 786-7580
Multnomah County Library
205 Ne Russell
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 988-5402
Oak Lodge Library
16201 Se Mcloughlin Blvd
Portland, OR 97267
(503) 655-8543
Tigard Public Library
13500 Sw Hall Blvd
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 684-6537

How We Research Internet Providers

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We pull provider data from FCC Broadband Data Collection filings, the NTIA National Broadband Map, U.S. Census Bureau data, and direct provider disclosures.

Coverage

Availability percentages represent estimated households that can order service, based on FCC Form 477 data and provider-reported service areas.

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