| Provider | ||||
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| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 91% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.206% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| CenturyLink | $50.00 ** | 10 - 940 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.166% |
| Mediacom | $19.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 86% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
AireBeam  | - | 1 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 70% |
| PhoenixInternet | - | - | Wireless | 37% |
| TRANSWORLD NETWORK CORP | - | - | Wireless | 27% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
**Speeds/pricing may vary. Service is not available everywhere.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.56%
2 providers - 98.03%
3 providers - 78.84%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in San Tan Valley is slightly higher than the rest of Arizona - 84%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the San Tan Valley area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of San Tan Valley residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 14% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.610% of those living in San Tan Valley.
There are seven internet providers serving the San Tan Valley area, and 98.03% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among San Tan Valley's seven internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 7.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Cox | 221.0 Mbps | 38.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Mediacom | 172.0 Mbps | 24.0 Mbps | Cable |
| CenturyLink | 16.0 Mbps | 16.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in San Tan Valley.
The largest internet providers in San Tan Valley are Cox, CenturyLink, and Mediacom bringing cable and DSL options to San Tan Valley.
Cable internet from Cox is available to nearly all San Tan Valley residents, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from CenturyLink, which covers 99% of the area. San Tan Valley’s third most-available internet provider, Mediacom, offers cable to around 86% of San Tan Valley residents.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in San Tan Valley covering 91% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but San Tan Valley residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in San Tan Valley, $46.24.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in San Tan Valley, $0.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in San Tan Valley. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all San Tan Valley's providers, 666 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to all households in San Tan Valley covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in San Tan Valley to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for CenturyLink start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in San Tan Valley, $46.24.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in San Tan Valley, $0.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 940 Mbps and upload speeds up to 40 Mbps in San Tan Valley. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all San Tan Valley's providers, 666 Mbps.
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Cable from Mediacom offers broadband to nearly all households in San Tan Valley covering 86% of the area.
Mediacom’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but San Tan Valley residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Mediacom start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in San Tan Valley, $46.24.
Mediacom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in San Tan Valley, $0.54.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Mediacom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in San Tan Valley. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all San Tan Valley's providers, 666 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of San Tan Valley, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside San Tan Valley, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet offers 100% availability in San Tan Valley and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in San Tan Valley at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many San Tan Valley residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Cox is the fastest internet provider in San Tan Valley with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in San Tan Valley. The next fastest internet provider in San Tan Valley is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 5.206% of the area.
Mediacom offers the cheapest internet in San Tan Valley with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in San Tan Valley, $46.24.
Cox is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in San Tan Valley, covering 5.206% of the city. CenturyLink also offers fiber internet in San Tan Valley and is available to 3.166% of households.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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