Best Internet Providers in Northwest, Portland, OR
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Northwest, Portland, OR
Northwest has 10 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL 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 Northwest.
Ranks compare Northwest with the 64 neighborhoods in Portland.
The Best Internet in Northwest, Portland, OR at a Glance
Northwest Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
Quantum Fiber
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
CenturyLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Astound Broadband
Connection
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 Northwest ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Northwest, Portland, OR?
Quantum Fiber is the highest-rated internet provider in Northwest based on 111 Oregon 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 Northwest?
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 Northwest, Portland
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Quantum Fiber - fiber coverage map
- Fiberfi - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- Elevate ConnX - fixed wireless coverage map
How Northwest Compares to the Rest of Portland
Northwest's report card score is tied 36th of 64 and its connectivity index is tied 44th of 64.
| Measure | Northwest | Rank among neighborhoods in Portland | Portland | Multnomah County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 91.1% | Tied 44th of 64 | 77.5% | 90.8% | 71.5% | Alameda and Alberta and 4 more (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 2,423 Mbps | 9th of 64 | 3,517 Mbps | 2,718 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Slabtown (5,766 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 7.6 | Tied 29th of 64 | 6.4 | 7.2 | 7.1 | Creston-Kenilworth (8.5) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 1.5 | Tied 58th of 64 | 2.5 | 2.3 | 2.7 | Pleasant Valley and St. Johns (3.1) |
| Workers who work from home | 34% | Tied 19th of 64 | 22% | 25% | 15% | Pearl District (45%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 7th of 64 | 97% | 97% | 96% | Eastmoreland and Forest Park and 4 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 94% | Tied 42nd of 64 | 95% | 94% | 91% | Concordia and Eastmoreland and 1 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 85% | Tied 32nd of 64 | 83% | 83% | 76% | Alameda and Eastmoreland (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 92% | Tied 25th of 64 | 88% | 87% | 81% | Eastmoreland and Forest Park (98%) |
| Median household income | $85,759 | 44th of 64 | $107,101 | $98,718 | $93,246 | Eastmoreland ($213,964) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 12% | Tied 33rd of 64 | 14% | 14% | 16% | University Park (45%) |
Fiber reaches 91.1% of homes in Northwest, against 77.5% across Portland and 90.8% across Multnomah County. Households in Northwest are smaller than the US average (1.5 people against 2.7); 34% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $85,759 (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 Northwest
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Northwest?
Quantum Fiber in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
85.5%
Customer Rating:
(52)
Avg. Download Speed
2,100 Mbps
Quantum Fiber offers Fiber service to 85.5% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, Quantum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,100 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 1,546 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
CenturyLink Fiber in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
70.3%
Customer Rating:
(62)
Avg. Download Speed
850 Mbps
CenturyLink offers Fiber service to 70.3% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, CenturyLink Fiber has speeds up to 850 Mbps, with speeds from 40 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 5.0 and as high as 1,000, with an average of 825 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. CenturyLink Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Northwest from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Fiber in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
29.4%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 29.4% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
XFINITY Fiber in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
6.9%
Customer Rating:
(300)
Avg. Download Speed
1,723 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 6.9% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,723 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 176 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Northwest from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Northwest?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
97.3%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
75 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.3% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 75 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 14 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
96.8%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
573 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.8% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 573 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 42 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
65.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 65.4% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 65 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 12 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
65.4%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 65.4% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 65 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 12 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Fiberfi Fixed Wireless in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
60.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,220 Mbps
Fiberfi offers Fixed Wireless service to 60.8% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, Fiberfi Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,220 Mbps, with speeds from 200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Fiberfi Fixed Wireless.
Elevate ConnX Fixed Wireless in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
8.1%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Elevate ConnX offers Fixed Wireless service to 8.1% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, Elevate ConnX Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Northwest?
XFINITY Cable in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
98.4%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 98.4% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
4.3%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 4.3% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Northwest?
CenturyLink DSL in Northwest, Portland, OR
Availability:
61.2%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
36 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 61.2% of Northwest homes. Across the neighborhood, CenturyLink DSL has speeds up to 36 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 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 8.8 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. CenturyLink DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Northwest from CenturyLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
How Northwest Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to Northwest that have their own pages are all within 2 miles. Among them, Homestead has the most homes with fiber (98.5%) and University District the fewest (46.1%); Northwest has 91.1%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest (this page) | 21,359 | 91.1% | 2,423 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 72/100 |
| University District | 11,317 | 46.1% | 1,999 Mbps | 6.6 | B- | 59/100 |
| Pearl District | 10,660 | 92.0% | 1,989 Mbps | 7.2 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Irvington | 9,913 | 94.0% | 2,033 Mbps | 7.6 | B+ | 72/100 |
| Boise | 8,753 | 96.0% | 2,329 Mbps | 7.7 | B+ | 67/100 |
| Overlook | 7,285 | 97.7% | 1,957 Mbps | 8.1 | A- | 76/100 |
| Southwest Hills | 6,716 | 95.4% | 2,385 Mbps | 7.3 | B+ | 82/100 |
| Eliot | 5,488 | 92.8% | 2,080 Mbps | 7.5 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Old Town-Chinatown | 4,272 | 62.9% | 1,932 Mbps | 6.3 | B- | 31/100 |
| Slabtown | 4,173 | 87.2% | 5,766 Mbps | 8.2 | A- | 78/100 |
| Homestead | 3,377 | 98.5% | 2,000 Mbps | 7.6 | A- | 66/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Northwest?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the neighborhood comes from Quantum Fiber.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Northwest
| Quantum Fiber | 8,000 |
|---|---|
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Fiberfi | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| CenturyLink | 1,000 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| Elevate ConnX | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Northwest Internet Providers
Based on 111 reviews from Oregon internet customers, Quantum Fiber is the best internet service provider for Northwest residents. Quantum Fiber was rated at an average of 4.25 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. AT&T wins for second-place in Oregon, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 65.4% coverage in Northwest.
At a national level, based on 4961 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 Northwest Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Northwest, Oregon, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Northwest Overall | Oregon Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantum Fiber |  (1) |  (4) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (17) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Elevate ConnX | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) | (74) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband |  (2) | (8) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Fiberfi | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Northwest
Based on data reported by Northwest 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 Northwest. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,100 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Quantum Fiber. This indicates Quantum Fiber reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Northwest Speed | Oregon Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantum Fiber | (1) | (4) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (17) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) | (74) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Elevate ConnX | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband |  (2) | (8) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Fiberfi | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Northwest?
Of the providers in Northwest, customers rate Quantum Fiber the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Northwest where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across Oregon or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Quantum Fiber is rated 5.00 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. AT&T is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.50 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Northwest, Oregon, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Northwest
| ISP / Tech Type | Northwest Affordability | Oregon Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quantum Fiber | (1) | (4) | (52) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (2) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (17) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (1) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (4) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Elevate ConnX | (1) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (2) | (8) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) | (74) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (0) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Fiberfi | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Oregon
Customer Reviews
An Oregon Customer
XFINITY Cable
September 23, 2025 An Oregon Customer
Quantum Fiber
February 01, 2025 When we first moved to our apartment complex there was already a set up for Quantum Fiber. All we had to do was use the information where the router was to sign up. It was a very quick process and it became active the following day. The speed and price we haven't been able to match elsewhere. It wasn't an introductory offer either where the price will increase later on. They also had several different plans offering different speeds and prices. We are currently paying $30 less a month on internet with better connection, speed, and service. Overall would highly recommend Quantum.
An Oregon Customer
Astound Broadband Cable
December 07, 2024 My internet provider is acceptable for the demographic they provide for. It's understood that what they provide is accessible and affordable internet access for those without the tools and supplies needed for quicker and more reliable internet i.e. a modem and/or router. I appreciate the convenience of not needing these resources, however my internet is incredibly slow, to the point where I cannot perform any kind of video call, and I have to let videos buffer for several minutes before they will play. I can barely stream video and audio at the same time. Eventually I will likely want to upgrade to a better service when I have a router and modem, but for now I don't expect much from the service I use because I'm aware of the pros and cons of using an affordable service.
Rebecca S.
Elevate ConnX Fixed Wireless
June 04, 2024 It works for what I need but I am not satisfied with the speed for what I’m paying. Customer service is spotty at best.
Jalisa T
Astound Broadband Fiber
May 08, 2023 I have my internet provider for a long time. I've had them ever since I moved to Oregon and they were purchased. Originally they were called wave broadband and then they were bought out by Astound Broadband. Ever since they were bought out my prices have increased and my service quality has declined.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Northwest?
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 Northwest is Quantum Fiber.
- The fastest internet provider should be Quantum Fiber. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Quantum Fiber may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Northwest is Quantum Fiber.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Northwest, available to 98.4% 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.