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Internet Providers in Salem, OR

Over 2,361 people in Salem found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

45% availability
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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

91.17% 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

Quantum Fiber

75.12% availability
Quantum Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2977)

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Fast Fiber internet for home or business

#4

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

#5

Xfinity

88.88% 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!

#6

Viasat

72.84% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#7

Ziply

0.29% availability

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

0 Mbps

User Review:

(2976)

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

#8

HughesNet

78.95% 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 Salem, 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 Salem

EarthLink Fiber's fiber can give you the best combination of price and performance in Salem, 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.

Xfinity cable internet is the next-best option in Salem for fast downloads and broad availability, if fiber is not available. Speeds can reach up to 1 Gbps, and pricing often starts around $50/mo.

CenturyLink 5G home internet can be an easy setup with predictable pricing, and is worth considering in Salem. Plans start around $39.95/mo, with typical speeds around 11 Mbps-450 Mbps depending on your location and signal.

What is the fastest internet provider in Salem?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in Salem, 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%
Quantum FiberFiber2 Gbps2 Gbps75.12%
XfinityCable / Television / Phone1 Gbps1 Gbps88.88%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps72.84%
CenturyLinkFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone140 Mbps140 Mbps91.17%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps78.95%
ZiplyFiber0 Mbps0 Mbps0.29%

What is the cheapest internet provider in Salem?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in Salem 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
Quantum Fiber$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
Xfinity$50.00+Up 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
Ziply$40.00Up to 0 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in Salem?

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

Fiber

5.21%

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

Cable

74.38%

Most widely available wired option. Xfinity covers 88.88%, InfoStructure covers 0.89%. Up to 1 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

91.47%

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

5G Wireless

95.10%

No contracts or data caps. CenturyLink leads at 91.17%. 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 Salem residents.

Salem, OR - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

Salem, OR has a total of 19 internet providers including  11 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 7 DSL providers, 8 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in Salem, OR by Coverage Area

All 19 internet providers serving Salem by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 10 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.CenturyLink140 Mbps140 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless / Television / Phone91.17%
2.Xfinity1 Gbps1 GbpsCable / Television / Phone88.88%
3.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
4.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone78.95%
5.Quantum Fiber2 Gbps2 GbpsFiber75.12%
6.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone72.84%
7.Alyrica Networks, Inc.40 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless63.62%
8.OnlineNW11 Mbps3 MbpsFiber / DSL / Fixed Wireless56.91%
9.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber45.00%
10.Wave250 Mbps10 MbpsCable2.15%
11.InfoStructure30 Mbps30 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless0.89%
12.Datavision Communications100 Mbps100 MbpsFiber / DSL0.40%
13.Ziply~~Fiber0.29%
14.Monitor Cooperative Telephone Company100 Mbps50 MbpsFiber / DSL0.16%
15.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless~
16.Freewire Broadband~~Fixed Wireless~
17.Lightspeed Networks~~Fiber~
18.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
19.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in Salem?

Yes. Salem 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Salem

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in Salem, 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 19 internet providers in Salem, 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 Salem, 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 Salem. 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. Salem residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Xfinity Internet Essentials offers up to 75 Mbps for $14.95/month. 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 Salem, 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 Salem. 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 Salem is 25 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 Salem, OR.

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

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Free wireless internet access points in Salem

Salem Public Library
585 Liberty St Se
Salem, OR 97301
(503) 588-6071
West Salem Branch Library
395 Glen Creek Road Nw
Salem, OR 97303
(503) 588-6301

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