| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
MountainMesh  | $55.00 | 4 - 32 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 96.60%
2 providers - 92.56%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Alpine is comparable to the rest of California - 93%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Alpine area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Alpine residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Alpine, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Alpine area, and 92.56% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Alpine's five internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| HughesNet | 27.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| AT&T | 27.0 Mbps | 12.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Cox | 142.0 Mbps | 15.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Viasat | 68.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Alpine.
The largest internet providers in Alpine are AT&T, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Alpine.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Alpine residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 94% of the area. Alpine’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Alpine 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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Alpine covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Alpine 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 AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Alpine, $58.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alpine, $1.97.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Alpine. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Alpine's providers, 85 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.
Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Alpine covering 94% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Alpine residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Alpine, $58.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alpine, $1.97.
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 Alpine. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Alpine's providers, 85 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Alpine covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Alpine where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Alpine, $58.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Alpine, $1.97.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Alpine. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Alpine's providers, 85 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Alpine with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in Alpine. The next fastest internet provider in Alpine is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Alpine with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Alpine, $58.99.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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