Best Internet Providers in Ballard, Seattle, WA
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Ballard has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Ballard.
Ranks compare Ballard with the 67 neighborhoods in Seattle.
The Best Internet in Ballard, Seattle, WA at a Glance
Ballard Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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Cable
Quantum Fiber
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Fiber
CenturyLink
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Fiber
DSL
Astound Broadband
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Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Ballard ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Ballard, Seattle, WA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Ballard based on 201 Washington customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Ballard?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Ballard, Seattle
- Quantum Fiber - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
- CenturyLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- Google Fiber - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
How Ballard Compares to the Rest of Seattle
Ballard's report card score is tied 17th of 67 and its connectivity index is tied 45th of 67.
| Measure | Ballard | Rank among neighborhoods in Seattle | Seattle | King County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 97.5% | Tied 28th of 67 | 59.1% | 60.4% | 71.5% | 11 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 2,991 Mbps | 14th of 67 | 3,083 Mbps | 2,721 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | North Delridge (4,672 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.6 | Tied 19th of 67 | 6.2 | 6.5 | 7.1 | Eastlake (9.4) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 1.9 | Tied 54th of 67 | 2.6 | 2.5 | 2.7 | Laurelhurst and Rainier Beach (2.9) |
| Workers who work from home | 41% | Tied 11th of 67 | 23% | 28% | 15% | Fremont and Whittier Heights (45%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 35th of 67 | 98% | 98% | 96% | Crown Hill and Eastlake and 7 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 94% | Tied 50th of 67 | 95% | 95% | 91% | Whittier Heights (100%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 89% | Tied 25th of 67 | 84% | 85% | 76% | Laurelhurst and Matthews Beach (96%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 94% | Tied 21st of 67 | 89% | 90% | 81% | Laurelhurst and Westlake (99%) |
| Median household income | $148,628 | 30th of 67 | $127,936 | $138,460 | $93,246 | Laurelhurst ($228,436) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 10% | Tied 49th of 67 | 15% | 15% | 16% | University District (67%) |
Fiber reaches 97.5% of homes in Ballard, against 59.1% across Seattle and 60.4% across King County. Households in Ballard are smaller than the US average (1.9 people against 2.7); 41% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $148,628 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Ballard
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Ballard?
Quantum Fiber in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
90.6%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
3,006 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 90.6% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 3,006 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 8,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 940 and as high as 8,000, with an average of 2,273 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
CenturyLink Fiber in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
74.6%
Customer Rating:
(62)
Avg. Download Speed
1,013 Mbps
CenturyLink offers Fiber service to 74.6% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, CenturyLink Fiber has speeds up to 1,013 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 50 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 972 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. CenturyLink Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Ballard from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Fiber in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
37.9%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 37.9% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Ballard?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
98.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
79 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.3% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 79 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 15 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
98.3%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
689 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.3% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 689 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 51 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
94.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.4% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 39 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 6.3 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
94.4%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
39 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.4% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 39 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 6.3 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Google Fiber Fixed Wireless in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
5.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fixed Wireless service to 5.0% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, Google Fiber Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Ballard?
XFINITY Cable in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 99.9% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
4.0%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 4.0% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Ballard?
CenturyLink DSL in Ballard, Seattle, WA
Availability:
59.0%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 59.0% of Ballard homes. Across the neighborhood, CenturyLink DSL has speeds up to 42 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 140 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 8.9 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. CenturyLink DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Ballard from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
How Ballard Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to Ballard that have their own pages are all within 2 miles. Among them, Whittier Heights has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Magnolia the fewest (78.5%); Ballard has 97.5%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballard (this page) | 13,538 | 97.5% | 2,991 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 75/100 |
| Magnolia | 19,531 | 78.5% | 2,335 Mbps | 6.4 | B | 80/100 |
| Wallingford | 18,572 | 98.8% | 2,018 Mbps | 6.5 | B+ | 82/100 |
| Greenwood | 17,841 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 7.7 | A- | 74/100 |
| Sunset Hill | 16,659 | 98.7% | 2,554 Mbps | 7.9 | A- | 75/100 |
| Fremont | 14,461 | 97.8% | 1,999 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 74/100 |
| Interbay | 11,628 | 95.3% | 2,788 Mbps | 7.8 | A- | 77/100 |
| Phinney Ridge | 10,670 | 98.6% | 2,000 Mbps | 7.1 | B+ | 82/100 |
| Loyal Heights | 8,556 | 100.0% | 2,844 Mbps | 7.3 | A- | 83/100 |
| Whittier Heights | 5,653 | 100.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 7.2 | A- | 83/100 |
| Crown Hill | 5,018 | 100.0% | 3,035 Mbps | 7.4 | A- | 87/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Ballard?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by XFINITY from Comcast. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Quantum Fiber should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Ballard
| Quantum Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| CenturyLink | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 2,000 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| Google Fiber | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Ballard Internet Providers
Based on 201 reviews from Washington internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Ballard residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. XFINITY from Comcast wins for second-place in Washington, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 99.9% coverage in Ballard.
At a national level, based on 5065 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Ballard Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Ballard, Washington, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Ballard Overall | Washington Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (1) | (130) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (24) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (1) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (2) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) |  (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (1) | (21) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Ballard
Based on data reported by Ballard ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through Quantum Fiber. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in Ballard. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 3,006 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with XFINITY from Comcast. This indicates XFINITY reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Ballard Speed | Washington Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY |  (1) | (130) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (24) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (1) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (2) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (1) | (21) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Ballard?
Of the providers in Ballard, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Ballard where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Washington or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 2.00 out of 5 for price, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. XFINITY from Comcast is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Ballard, Washington, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Ballard
| ISP / Tech Type | Ballard Affordability | Washington Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (1) | (130) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) |  (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (24) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (1) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (2) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (3) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (14) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (1) | (21) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Washington
Customer Reviews
A Seattle, WA Customer
XFINITY Fiber
December 27, 2025 Trystan F.
Astound Broadband Cable
October 23, 2024 Astound Broadband used to be another local provider that was acquired and blended into other services. During this merger, the quality has dropped dramatically. All over the city, friends and coworkers have remarked how often their service goes down, how long it takes to be restored, and how obtuse messaging is around outages. This would be tolerable if customer were also getting their advertised and paid for speeds both in up and down mbps. Using this provider (my only option outside of Xfinity Comcast who I refuse to use as they require you to give your social security number now) has drastically slowed down my work efficiency at my home office. Even something simple like streaming music can prove difficult. I pay over $100 a month for the privilege of having this headache of a service provider every day
ISPReports User
HughesNet Satellite
August 05, 2026 ### One star only because zero isn’t an option HughesNet provided, without question, the worst internet service and customer service we have ever experienced. We remained customers for seven years—not because we were satisfied, but because we live in a rural area and had no other viable option. The service was never consistently reliable. Streaming a complete movie was nearly impossible. Calls repeatedly dropped, including calls made to HughesNet’s own customer service department because the connection was so unstable. When that happened, they wouldn’t call us back, and we often couldn’t reconnect with them to finish resolving the problem. HughesNet repeatedly claimed we had used all our data, even during periods when we had barely streamed anything and hadn’t managed to watch complete movies. We were told that exceeding the data allowance would only result in slower speeds, but what we experienced wasn’t merely a slowdown—the service would become completely disrupted and practically unusable. Technical support was equally frustrating. Technicians would identify problems or recommend solutions, only for HughesNet to refuse to authorize or implement what its own technicians recommended. We spent years calling, troubleshooting, repeating the same information, and being passed around without receiving a lasting solution. We paid every month for a service that frequently failed to provide even basic, dependable internet access. The moment fiber internet finally became available in our area, we left HughesNet. Since switching, the difference has been unbelievable: reliable service, uninterrupted streaming, stable calls, and none of the constant excuses or mysterious data problems we dealt with before. That alone confirmed that our devices and usage were not the real issue. Seven years with HughesNet gave them more than enough opportunity to provide the service and support we were paying for. They consistently failed at both. I would never recommend HughesNet to anyone. If it appears to be your only option, investigate absolutely every possible alternative before signing up. Being without internet may be less aggravating than paying for internet that repeatedly doesn’t work.
A Mukilteo, WA Customer
XFINITY Cable
June 15, 2026 My internet provider and has consistently provided me with fast speeds. I never have a problem with down loads or streaming. In addition there is never any down time. Even during occasional outages there is always communications from the company. In a short period of time the system is always back up and running.
A Pullman, WA Customer
Ziply Fiber
June 07, 2026 Rate your provider
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Ballard?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Ballard is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Quantum Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, XFINITY from Comcast may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Ballard is AT&T.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Ballard, available to 99.9% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.