11 Best Internet Providers in Cowlitz County, WA
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| Cowlitz County ISP Report Card | B | |
| Download Speed for Most Households | 1,832 Mbps | |
| Number of Internet Service Providers | 11 | |
| Real Cowlitz County Customer Ratings | 5 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Cowlitz County has 11 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 county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Cowlitz County.
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Cowlitz County has 11 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 county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Cowlitz County.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Cowlitz County, WA for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your county.
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 Cowlitz County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Cowlitz County, WA?
XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet provider in Cowlitz County based on Washington customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, XFINITY from Comcast had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Cowlitz County, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. XFINITY from Comcast is an option for 90.62% of the county.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Cowlitz County, Washington, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Cowlitz County
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Cowlitz County Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Cowlitz County Overall | Washington Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| Verizon | (1) | (7) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (128) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (1) | (30) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (2) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (0) | (23) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (19) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Tenino Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 221 reviews from Washington internet customers, XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet service provider for Cowlitz County residents. XFINITY from Comcast was rated at an average of 3.26 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Washington, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 49.2% coverage in Cowlitz County.
At a national level, based on 4525 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Ziply is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.05 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Cowlitz County?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the county, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Cowlitz County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the county, 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, Ziply 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 Cowlitz County
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Ziply | 6,000 Mbps | ||
| Quantum Fiber | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Astound Broadband | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Tenino Telephone Company | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Centurylink | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 100 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| US Cellular | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Cowlitz County
| ISP / Tech Type | Cowlitz County Speed | Washington Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Verizon | (1) | (7) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (128) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Ziply | (1) | (30) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (2) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (19) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (0) | (23) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Tenino Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Cowlitz County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Ziply. The company offers speeds up to 6,000 Mbps in Cowlitz County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 3,743 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the county 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.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Cowlitz County?
Washington customers rate Ziply as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Ziply received a local rating of 3.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. XFINITY from Comcast is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Cowlitz County customers with an average price rating of 2.33 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Cowlitz County, Washington, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Cowlitz County
| ISP / Tech Type | Cowlitz County Affordability | Washington Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Ziply | (1) | (30) | (60) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (128) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (7) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Quantum Fiber | (0) | (2) | (42) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (10) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Centurylink | (0) | (23) | (163) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (19) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| US Cellular | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Tenino Telephone Company | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Cowlitz County Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the county and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for Cowlitz County below, including the metrics used and how Cowlitz County compares to the rest of Washington and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Cowlitz County that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 60.89% | 51.43% | 67.25% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 1,832 Mbps | 2,720 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for Cowlitz County. | 6.9 | 6.5 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a county indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.6 | 2.6 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 9% | 17% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 95% | 97% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 90% | 93% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 71% | 80% | 75% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 71% | 81% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Cowlitz County ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Cowlitz County is B, which is better than other counties. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Cowlitz County is high with a score of 61 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Cowlitz County have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Cowlitz County ISP Report Card evaluates the county on availability and speed metrics compared to other counties in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a county needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
90% of Cowlitz County households have an internet connection despite having 99.69% availability. 71% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 11% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 2% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 71% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 71% subscribe to it. A large amount of Cowlitz County residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring Counties Compare to Cowlitz County?
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 68 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 45 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 51 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 82 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 58 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 52 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 74 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 49 / 100
How Much Speed does a Cowlitz County Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Cowlitz County is 2.6, which is larger than the Washington average of 2.6 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. Cowlitz County's average household income is $80,854 which is lower than the Washington average of $106,027 and higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.
Cowlitz County also has 13% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Washington average of 15%. Additionally, 9% of residents work from home, which is lower than the 17% of residents in Washington who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of Cowlitz County has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Cowlitz County households are more technology-engaged. 95% of households have some sort of computing device, 85% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 90% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Cowlitz County?
Astound Broadband Fiber in Cowlitz County, WA
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 38.8% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Quantum Fiber in Cowlitz County, WA
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 33.9% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,952 Mbps, with speeds from 940 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 940 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 998 Mbps throughout the county.
Centurylink Fiber in Cowlitz County, WA
Centurylink offers Fiber service to 28.8% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Centurylink Fiber has speeds up to 933 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 803 Mbps throughout the county. Centurylink Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Cowlitz County from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Ziply Fiber in Cowlitz County, WA
Ziply offers Fiber service to 5.8% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Ziply Fiber has speeds up to 6,000 Mbps
Tenino Telephone Company Fiber in Cowlitz County, WA
Tenino Telephone Company offers Fiber service to 4.1% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Tenino Telephone Company Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Cowlitz County?
XFINITY Cable in Cowlitz County, WA
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 90.6% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,266 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 250, with an average of 53 Mbps throughout the county.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Cowlitz County?
Centurylink DSL in Cowlitz County, WA
Centurylink offers DSL service to 63.6% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Centurylink DSL has speeds up to 39 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 7.9 Mbps throughout the county. Centurylink DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Cowlitz County from Centurylink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband DSL in Cowlitz County, WA
Astound Broadband offers DSL service to 55.8% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Astound Broadband DSL has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Ziply DSL in Cowlitz County, WA
Ziply offers DSL service to 7.9% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Ziply DSL has speeds up to 34 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 115 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 7.0, with an average of 2.3 Mbps throughout the county. Ziply DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Cowlitz County from Ziply in terms of customer satisfaction.
Tenino Telephone Company DSL in Cowlitz County, WA
Tenino Telephone Company offers DSL service to 6.2% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Tenino Telephone Company DSL has speeds up to 46 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 50 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 9.1 Mbps throughout the county.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Cowlitz County?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Cowlitz County, WA
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.5% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 51 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 8.9 Mbps throughout the county.
US Cellular Fixed Wireless in Cowlitz County, WA
US Cellular offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.7% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, US Cellular Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 16 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 25 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 3.0, with an average of 1.8 Mbps throughout the county.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Cowlitz County, WA
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 60.7% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 41 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 6.5 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Cowlitz County, WA
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 60.7% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 41 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 6.5 Mbps throughout the county.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Cowlitz County, WA
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 49.2% of Cowlitz County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in Cowlitz County?
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 Cowlitz County is XFINITY.
- The fastest internet provider should be Ziply. 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 Cowlitz County is Ziply.
- Viasat, T-Mobile Home Internet, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Cowlitz County, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does Cowlitz County compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Cowlitz County stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to Cowlitz County's B ISP Report Card and 61 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 71 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 70 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 40 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 45 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 60 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D
- Digital Connectivity Index: 37 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 93 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 50 / 100
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