Best Internet Providers in San Juan County, WA
All 8 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in San Juan County, WA
San Juan County has 8 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 county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in San Juan County.
Ranks compare San Juan County with the 39 Washington counties.
The Best Internet in San Juan County, WA at a Glance
San Juan County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
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Rock Island Communication
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Orcas Online
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EarthLink
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Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county 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 San Juan County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in San Juan County, WA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in San Juan County based on 32 Washington customer reviews, and Verizon 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 San Juan County?
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 San Juan County
- Rock Island Communication - fiber coverage map
- Zito - cable coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Orcas Online - fixed wireless coverage map
- CenturyLink - dsl coverage map
- Orcas Online - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- Rock Island Communication - fixed wireless coverage map
- NeuBeam - fixed wireless coverage map
How San Juan County Compares to the Rest of Washington
San Juan County's report card score is tied 19th of 39 and its connectivity index is tied 23rd of 39.
| Measure | San Juan County | Rank among Washington counties | Washington | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 89.1% | 4th of 39 | 53.5% | 71.5% | Grant County (99.5%) |
| Average top speed | 1,820 Mbps | Tied 17th of 39 | 2,784 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Snohomish County (5,323 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 3.8 | 36th of 39 | 6.5 | 7.1 | Spokane County (9.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.0 | Tied 38th of 39 | 2.6 | 2.7 | Adams County and Franklin County (3.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 24% | 3rd of 39 | 19% | 15% | King County (28%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 98% | Tied 1st of 39 | 97% | 96% | Tied with Clark County and Island County and 6 more |
| Homes with internet | 94% | Tied 8th of 39 | 94% | 91% | Kitsap County (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 68% | Tied 25th of 39 | 80% | 76% | King County (85%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 89% | Tied 5th of 39 | 86% | 81% | Island County and King County and 2 more (90%) |
| Median household income | $86,764 | 17th of 39 | $109,860 | $93,246 | King County ($138,460) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 8% | Tied 38th of 39 | 15% | 16% | Whitman County (38%) |
Fiber reaches 89.1% of homes in San Juan County, against 53.5% across Washington. Households in San Juan County are smaller than the US average (2.0 people against 2.7); 24% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $86,764 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How San Juan County Compares to Its Neighbors
San Juan County has 5 neighbors. Among them, Skagit County has the most homes with fiber (55.6%) and Jefferson County the fewest (14.4%); San Juan County has 89.1%.
Map of San Juan County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
San Juan County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Juan County (this page) | 17,788 | 89.1% | 1,820 Mbps | 3.8 | C+ | 57/100 |
| Whatcom County | 226,847 | 50.1% | 2,928 Mbps | 6.2 | B- | 72/100 |
| Skagit County | 129,523 | 55.6% | 3,717 Mbps | 5.6 | B- | 68/100 |
| Island County | 86,857 | 41.1% | 2,615 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 76/100 |
| Clallam County | 77,155 | 21.6% | 1,259 Mbps | 5.7 | C | 57/100 |
| Jefferson County | 32,977 | 14.4% | 2,061 Mbps | 4.6 | C | 60/100 |
Internet in San Juan County by City and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 86.8% of homes in Friday Harbor to 95.2% in Eastsound; by ZIP code, from 86.4% in 98250 (Friday Harbor) to 95.9% in 98245 (Eastsound). Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in San Juan County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday Harbor | 8,252 | 86.8% | 1,772 Mbps | 3.6 | C+ | 58/100 |
| Eastsound | 3,387 | 95.2% | 1,923 Mbps | 4.5 | B- | 59/100 |
| Lopez | 2,269 | 90.0% | 1,803 Mbps | 2.6 | C | 53/100 |
| Olga | 975 | 98.7% | 2,000 Mbps | 3.9 | B- | 50/100 |
| West Sound | 750 | 99.1% | 2,000 Mbps | 6.3 | B+ | 59/100 |
| Orcas | 565 | 93.8% | 1,918 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 57/100 |
| Deer Harbor | 333 | 88.0% | 1,851 Mbps | 4.1 | C+ | 61/100 |
| Shaw Island | 256 | 80.1% | 1,676 Mbps | 4.4 | C+ | 57/100 |
| Roche Harbor | 205 | 63.9% | 1,466 Mbps | 2.2 | C- | 54/100 |
| Richardson | 191 | 96.3% | 2,000 Mbps | 2.5 | C+ | 63/100 |
| Port Stanley | 187 | 92.0% | 2,000 Mbps | 5 | B- | 52/100 |
| Waldron | 142 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 1 | F | 57/100 |
| Lopez Island | 117 | 70.1% | 1,414 Mbps | 2.3 | C- | 50/100 |
| Decatur | 88 | 63.6% | 1,282 Mbps | 3.4 | C- | 50/100 |
| Blakely Island | 47 | 78.7% | 1,806 Mbps | 3.6 | C | 57/100 |
ZIP codes in San Juan County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98250 (Friday Harbor) | 8,649 | 86.4% | 1,769 Mbps | 3.6 | C+ | 58/100 |
| 98245 (Eastsound) | 4,057 | 95.9% | 1,925 Mbps | 4.7 | B- | 58/100 |
| 98261 (Lopez) | 2,752 | 89.9% | 1,812 Mbps | 2.7 | C | 54/100 |
| 98243 (West Sound) | 799 | 96.9% | 1,995 Mbps | 5.3 | B | 59/100 |
| 98279 (Olga) | 663 | 98.5% | 2,000 Mbps | 3.6 | B- | 51/100 |
| 98280 (Orcas) | 312 | 89.4% | 1,856 Mbps | 4.1 | C+ | 61/100 |
| 98286 (Orcas) | 254 | 80.3% | 1,682 Mbps | 3.6 | C | 55/100 |
| 98297 (Waldron) | 142 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 1 | F | 57/100 |
| 98222 (Blakely Island) | 50 | 74.0% | 1,806 Mbps | 3.6 | C | 58/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in San Juan County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Rock Island Communication 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 San Juan County
| Rock Island Communication | 2,000 |
|---|---|
| Orcas Online | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Zito Media | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| AT&T | 100 |
| EarthLink | 100 |
| CenturyLink | 80 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| NeuBeam | 10 |
How fast is your internet?
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Customer Ratings for San Juan County Internet Providers
Based on 32 reviews from Washington internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for San Juan County residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 4.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in Washington, with 3.86 out of 5 stars and 25.4% coverage in San Juan County.
At a national level, based on 2092 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Verizon is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.76 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all San Juan County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in San Juan County, Washington, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | San Juan County Overall | Washington Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) |  (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (24) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (2) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Zito | (0) | (0) |  (27) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| NeuBeam | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Orcas Online | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Rock Island Communication | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in San Juan County
Based on data reported by San Juan County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Rock Island Communication. The company offers speeds up to 2,000 Mbps in San Juan County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,993 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 Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | San Juan County Speed | Washington Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (24) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (2) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Zito | (0) | (0) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| NeuBeam | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Orcas Online | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Rock Island Communication | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in San Juan County?
Of the providers in San Juan County, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in San Juan County 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.
Verizon is rated 3.71 out of 5 for price, which is similar to the average across all internet providers in the country. CenturyLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.58 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in San Juan County, Washington, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in San Juan County
| ISP / Tech Type | San Juan County Affordability | Washington Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (0) | (7) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| CenturyLink | (0) | (24) | (183) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (1) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (2) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (0) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Zito | (0) | (0) | (27) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (0) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| NeuBeam | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Orcas Online | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Rock Island Communication | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in San Juan County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in San Juan County?
Rock Island Communication Fiber in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
89.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Rock Island Communication offers Fiber service to 89.1% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, Rock Island Communication Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in San Juan County?
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
41.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 41.3% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 40 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 6.4 Mbps throughout the county.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
41.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 41.3% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 40 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 6.4 Mbps throughout the county.
Orcas Online Fixed Wireless in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
35.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Orcas Online offers Fixed Wireless service to 35.7% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, Orcas Online Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 100 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
25.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
163 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 25.4% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 163 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the county.
Rock Island Communication Fixed Wireless in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
13.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Rock Island Communication offers Fixed Wireless service to 13.4% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, Rock Island Communication Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 100 Mbps
NeuBeam Fixed Wireless in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
3.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
NeuBeam offers Fixed Wireless service to 3.9% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, NeuBeam Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in San Juan County?
Zito Cable in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
24.0%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Zito Media offers Cable service to 24.0% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, Zito Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in San Juan County?
CenturyLink DSL in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
96.8%
Customer Rating:
(120)
Avg. Download Speed
35 Mbps
CenturyLink offers DSL service to 96.8% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, CenturyLink DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 35 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 80 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 3.0 Mbps throughout the county.
Orcas Online DSL in San Juan County, WA
Availability:
3.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Orcas Online offers DSL service to 3.3% of San Juan County homes. Across the county, Orcas Online DSL has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in Washington
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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 A Tacoma, WA Customer
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless
May 16, 2026 I found T-Mobile home internet this year after many years of dissatisfaction with Comcast/Xfinity. So far, it has been a superior service for less money. We've had a couple of blips here and there, but resolved quickly with resetting the wireless router. The router plus 1 booster handles a whole house with about 10 continuously connected devices.
A Walla Walla, WA Customer
Spectrum Cable
May 11, 2026 My internet provider has done exactly what I expected. The outages have been minimal and short in nature. I've never had a major complaint. When a competitor came in with a way lower offer in our neighborhood, I was going to switch and Spectrum essentially sliced my bill in half just like that. I didn't even raise a stink, they just offered it right away. Great customer service and I'm totally fine with the speed they provide, since we're not very "active" internet users.
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Which ISP Should You Choose in San Juan 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 San Juan County is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be Rock Island Communication. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in San Juan County is Verizon.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and CenturyLink has the broadest coverage in San Juan County, available to 96.8% 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.