In International District there are 11 residential internet providers covering 99.82% of the neighborhood. The average home can get speeds up to 2,701 Mbps. Note that we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers below. This does not influence rankings, and helps us provide high-quality detailed information for free.
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11 Internet Service Providers in International District
Data updated 11/14/2025, based on FCC data from 12/31/2024. This is the most current data available as of .
To avoid wasting your time, providers with less than 1% coverage in International District are not shown.
International District Satellite TV & Internet Providers
DISH Satellite TV
DIRECTV Satellite TV
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Viasat Satellite Internet
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Internet service is available in 99.82% of International District. Using our interactive availability map, you can compare service areas for different providers, we include fiber, cable, DSL, or fixed wireless internet service for all providers who offer it. You will notice that some providers might be listed multiple times for each service. If you find no providers cover the location you're looking at, you can opt for satellite service. The most widely available provider is Astound Broadband. Now you can call companies in International District with more confidence that they might be available.
How fast are internet speeds in International District?
The map below shows maximum internet speeds by area in International District.
Internet Speed Key
The average International District home can get up to 2,701 Mbps on their internet plan. For most people, the fastest download speed in the neighborhood is 8,000 Mbps, which 12.34% of residents can get. Some homes and apartments do not have access to these speeds. On the slower end, for example, 8.27% of homes can only purchase plans up to 1,500 Mbps. See the internet provider details below for info about their speed and coverage in International District.
Internet speeds tend to be faster in the east parts of International District, and slower in the north areas of the neighborhood.
What type of internet should I choose in International District?
The fastest internet for you may vary based on where in International District you live. If speed is your main concern, fiber will be the fastest internet in the neighborhood.
- Fiber is the fastest internet type for 90.08% of International District homes.
- Cable is fastest for 9.74% of the neighborhood.
- DSL is fastest for less than 1%.
- Fixed wireless is fastest for less than 1%.
- Satellite internet may be the only option for less than 1% of International District homes.
Internet Market Health in International District
Internet Competition Key
The map shows how competitive the International District internet service market is. Areas in green have more alternatives, areas in yellow have a few choices, and areas in red may have only one provider. More competition usually means faster speeds and better prices for you, the customer.
Below are quick facts on internet competition and market health in International District based on what connections the average home has availabile:
- Average number of internet service providers to a home: 9.2 (very healthy)
- Average types of service (fiber, cable, DSL, etc): 3.7 (healthy)
- Average providers with broadband (25 Mbps+) speeds: 8.6 (very healthy)
Overall, competition is very healthy.
International District internet customers have the ability to buy internet service from 3 to 13 different providers, depending on where they live. For different types of service, International District homes have between 2 and 4 options. The type(s) of service available are fixed wireless, cable, fiber, and dsl, though these may vary depending on the region within the neighborhood.
When it comes to broadband download speeds faster than 25 Mbps, the situation is worse. International District internet customers who want faster speeds have between 3 and 12 choices of companies offering speeds up to or over 25 Mbps.
More internet companies with faster speeds means fewer monopolies and better prices for customers. In promoting a free market for internet, International District is doing quite well.
TV & Internet Providers in Depth
Below you'll find which TV and internet providers offer service in International District, along with details on where in International District and at what speeds.
Astound Broadband Cable in International District, Seattle, WA
Astound Broadband cable coverage
About 99.82%, or 8,750 people, have Astound Broadband cable internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire International District area. Astound Broadband is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of International District.
Astound Broadband cable download speeds
Astound Broadband is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other cable providers in the area, Astound Broadband cable is the slowest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from Astound Broadband goes up to 1,500 Mbps, and all International District customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 1,500.0 Mbps
Astound Broadband cable upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Astound Broadband cable. Compared to other ISPs, Astound Broadband is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the slowest compared to other International District cable providers. Astound Broadband offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 50 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 50.0 Mbps
Astound Broadband Fiber in International District, Seattle, WA
Astound Broadband fiber coverage
About 76.42%, or 6,699 people, have Astound Broadband fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the northwest, west, north, northeast, southeast, central, and east International District area. Astound Broadband is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in much of International District.
Astound Broadband fiber download speeds
Astound Broadband is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fiber providers in the area, Astound Broadband fiber is above average. There are no different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from Astound Broadband goes up to 2,000 Mbps, and all International District customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
Astound Broadband fiber upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be equal to than upload speeds for Astound Broadband fiber. Compared to other ISPs, Astound Broadband is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and above average compared to other International District fiber providers. Astound Broadband offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 2,000 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
Quantum Fiber Fiber in International District, Seattle, WA
Quantum Fiber fiber coverage
About 73.24%, or 6,420 people, have Quantum Fiber fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the north, southeast, west, northeast, northwest, east, and central International District area. Quantum Fiber is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in much of International District.
Quantum Fiber fiber download speeds
Quantum Fiber is the fastest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fiber providers in the area, Quantum Fiber fiber is the fastest. There are 4 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from Quantum Fiber goes up to 8,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 940 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 2,229 Mbps.
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- 16.9% up to 8,000.0 Mbps
- 9.1% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 4.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
- 70.0% up to 940.0 Mbps
Quantum Fiber fiber upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Quantum Fiber fiber. Compared to other ISPs, Quantum Fiber is the fastest where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other International District fiber providers. Quantum Fiber offers 3 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 8,000 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 940 Mbps. On average, Quantum Fiber customers can get speeds up to 2,138 Mbps.
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- 16.9% up to 8,000.0 Mbps
- 13.1% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
- 70.0% up to 940.0 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast Cable in International District, Seattle, WA
XFINITY cable coverage
About 72.02%, or 6,313 people, have XFINITY cable internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire International District area. XFINITY is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in much of International District.
XFINITY from Comcast cable download speeds
XFINITY is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other cable providers in the area, XFINITY cable is the fastest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from XFINITY goes up to 2,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 1,200 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 1,773 Mbps.
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- 71.6% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 28.4% up to 1,200.0 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast cable upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for XFINITY cable. Compared to other ISPs, XFINITY is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other International District cable providers. XFINITY offers 3 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 2,000 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 35 Mbps. On average, XFINITY customers can get speeds up to 437 Mbps.
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- 14.2% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 57.5% up to 250.0 Mbps
- 28.4% up to 35.0 Mbps
Centurylink DSL in International District, Seattle, WA
Centurylink DSL coverage
About 67.98%, or 5,959 people, have Centurylink DSL internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire International District area. Centurylink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in much of International District.
Centurylink DSL download speeds
Centurylink is the slowest when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other DSL providers in the area, Centurylink DSL is the slowest. There are 3 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from Centurylink goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 10 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 28 Mbps.
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- 18.5% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 2.7% up to 80.0 Mbps
- 78.9% up to 10.0 Mbps
Centurylink DSL upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Centurylink DSL. Compared to other ISPs, Centurylink is the slowest where upload speeds are concerned, and the slowest compared to other International District DSL providers. Centurylink offers 3 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 100 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 1.0 Mbps. On average, Centurylink customers can get speeds up to 3.6 Mbps.
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- 0.8% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 20.4% up to 10.0 Mbps
- 78.9% up to 1.0 Mbps
Centurylink Fiber in International District, Seattle, WA
Centurylink fiber coverage
About 63.56%, or 5,572 people, have Centurylink fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the north, southeast, northeast, west, northwest, east, and central International District area. Centurylink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a majority of International District.
Centurylink fiber download speeds
Centurylink is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fiber providers in the area, Centurylink fiber is the slowest. There are 4 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from Centurylink goes up to 1,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 40 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 879 Mbps.
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- 70.9% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
- 17.2% up to 940.0 Mbps
- 5.9% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 6.0% up to 40.0 Mbps
Centurylink fiber upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Centurylink fiber. Compared to other ISPs, Centurylink is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other International District fiber providers. Centurylink offers 5 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 1,000 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 10 Mbps. On average, Centurylink customers can get speeds up to 819 Mbps.
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- 70.9% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
- 9.8% up to 940.0 Mbps
- 7.3% up to 200.0 Mbps
- 6.0% up to 40.0 Mbps
- 5.9% up to 10.0 Mbps
Astound Broadband DSL in International District, Seattle, WA
Astound Broadband DSL coverage
About 30.08%, or 2,637 people, have Astound Broadband DSL internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the west, northwest, southeast, north, southwest, east, and central International District area. Astound Broadband is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of International District.
Astound Broadband DSL download speeds
Astound Broadband is average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other DSL providers in the area, Astound Broadband DSL is the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from Astound Broadband goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and all International District customers can get this speed.
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- 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
Astound Broadband DSL upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Astound Broadband DSL. Compared to other ISPs, Astound Broadband is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other International District DSL providers. Astound Broadband offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 10 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 10.0 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast Fiber in International District, Seattle, WA
XFINITY fiber coverage
About 17.17%, or 1,505 people, have XFINITY fiber internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the north, southeast, northeast, and east International District area. XFINITY is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of International District.
XFINITY from Comcast fiber download speeds
XFINITY is above average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fiber providers in the area, XFINITY fiber is below average. There are 3 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from XFINITY goes up to 2,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 1,651 Mbps.
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- 62.5% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 13.2% up to 1,200.0 Mbps
- 24.4% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast fiber upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for XFINITY fiber. Compared to other ISPs, XFINITY is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and the slowest compared to other International District fiber providers. XFINITY offers 4 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 2,000 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 35 Mbps. On average, XFINITY customers can get speeds up to 776 Mbps.
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- 21.2% up to 2,000.0 Mbps
- 24.4% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
- 41.3% up to 250.0 Mbps
- 13.2% up to 35.0 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in International District, Seattle, WA
Verizon fixed wireless coverage
About 97.17%, or 8,518 people, have Verizon fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire International District area. Verizon is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of International District.
Verizon fixed wireless download speeds
Verizon is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, Verizon fixed wireless is above average. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from Verizon goes up to 1,000 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 300 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 646 Mbps.
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- 49.4% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
- 50.6% up to 300.0 Mbps
Verizon fixed wireless upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for Verizon fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, Verizon is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other International District fixed wireless providers. Verizon offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 75 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 20 Mbps. On average, Verizon customers can get speeds up to 47 Mbps.
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- 49.4% up to 75.0 Mbps
- 50.6% up to 20.0 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in International District, Seattle, WA
EarthLink fixed wireless coverage
About 94.81%, or 8,311 people, have EarthLink fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire International District area. EarthLink is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of International District.
EarthLink fixed wireless download speeds
EarthLink is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, EarthLink fixed wireless is below average. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from EarthLink goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 75 Mbps.
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- 66.5% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 33.5% up to 25.0 Mbps
EarthLink fixed wireless upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for EarthLink fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, EarthLink is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other International District fixed wireless providers. EarthLink offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, EarthLink customers can get speeds up to 14 Mbps.
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- 66.5% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 33.5% up to 3.0 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in International District, Seattle, WA
AT&T fixed wireless coverage
About 94.81%, or 8,311 people, have AT&T fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire International District area. AT&T is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of International District.
AT&T fixed wireless download speeds
AT&T is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, AT&T fixed wireless is below average. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from AT&T goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 75 Mbps.
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- 66.5% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 33.5% up to 25.0 Mbps
AT&T fixed wireless upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for AT&T fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, AT&T is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and below average compared to other International District fixed wireless providers. AT&T offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, AT&T customers can get speeds up to 14 Mbps.
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- 66.5% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 33.5% up to 3.0 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in International District, Seattle, WA
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless coverage
About 93.74%, or 8,217 people, have T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the entire International District area. T-Mobile Home Internet is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in most of International District.
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless download speeds
T-Mobile Home Internet is below average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless is the slowest. There are 2 different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from T-Mobile Home Internet goes up to 100 Mbps, the slowest package only goes up to 25 Mbps, and the neighborhood-wide average maximum speed for International District customers is up to 59 Mbps.
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- 44.8% up to 100.0 Mbps
- 55.2% up to 25.0 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be faster than than upload speeds for T-Mobile Home Internet fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, T-Mobile Home Internet is below average where upload speeds are concerned, and the slowest compared to other International District fixed wireless providers. T-Mobile Home Internet offers 2 different upload speeds across the neighborhood, so your internet plan's upload speed may vary by neighborhood . The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 20 Mbps. Some customers have slower plan choices, which only go up to 3.0 Mbps. On average, T-Mobile Home Internet customers can get speeds up to 11 Mbps.
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- 44.8% up to 20.0 Mbps
- 55.2% up to 3.0 Mbps
Google Fiber Fixed Wireless in International District, Seattle, WA
Google Fiber fixed wireless coverage
About 32.57%, or 2,855 people, have Google Fiber fixed wireless internet available to them in the neighborhood. The company covers the northeast, west, northwest, southeast, north, and east International District area. Google Fiber is one of the largest internet service providers internet service providers in the US, with internet service available in a small portion of International District.
Google Fiber fixed wireless download speeds
Google Fiber is average when comparing download speeds to all other internet providers in International District. Versus other fixed wireless providers in the area, Google Fiber fixed wireless is the fastest. There are no different maximum speeds throughout International District. The fastest plan anyone in International District can order from Google Fiber goes up to 1,000 Mbps, and all International District customers can get this speed.
Show all download speeds
- 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
Google Fiber fixed wireless upload speeds
In International District download speeds tend to be equal to than upload speeds for Google Fiber fixed wireless. Compared to other ISPs, Google Fiber is above average where upload speeds are concerned, and the fastest compared to other International District fixed wireless providers. Google Fiber offers no different upload speeds across the neighborhood. The fastest upload speed available to anyone from this ISP in International District is up to 1,000 Mbps, which is available to everyone covered.
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- 100.0% up to 1,000.0 Mbps
International District Internet by Area
This information is most helpful to those looking for homes or considering moving to International District or any of the areas nearby.
How does internet in International District compare to the rest of Seattle?
Internet speeds in International District are slower versus the average speeds in Seattle: 3,023 Mbps in Seattle versus 2,701 Mbps in the neighborhood. The city has similar internet availability compared to the neighborhood. Average internet coverage in Seattle is 99.21% versus 99.82% in International District.
What zip codes have widespread internet?
Internet coverage varies by zip code and neighborhood. Some examples in or around International District are shown below. You can enter any zip code here to see TV and internet providers by zip code.
What does internet service look like in other neighborhoods?
Below are neighborhoods nearby and with similar populations. This comparison can be useful if living somewhere with fast internet is important to you.
Nearby Neighborhoods
- Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- First Hill, Seattle, WA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Central District, Seattle, WA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Atlantic, Seattle, WA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Leschi, Seattle, WA: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Belltown, Seattle, WA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Capitol Hill, Seattle, WA: more internet coverage, slower speeds
- South Lake Union, Seattle, WA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Madrona, Seattle, WA: more internet coverage, slower speeds
- Uptown, Seattle, WA: more internet coverage, slower speeds
Neighborhoods with Similar Populations
- University Village, Chicago, IL: more internet coverage, slower speeds
- Mid Central, Pasadena, CA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Klondike, Louisville, KY: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Southland Deerfield Open Gates, Lexington, KY: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Midtown, Sacramento, CA: less internet coverage, faster speeds
- Toddville Road, Charlotte, NC: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- Bayview Area, Baltimore, MD: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Walker's Point, Milwaukee, WI: more internet coverage, faster speeds
- West Cambridge, Cambridge, MA: less internet coverage, slower speeds
- Westpointe, Salt Lake City, UT: more internet coverage, faster speeds