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Internet providers in Atherton, CA
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Atherton, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Sonic Telecom  | $39.99 | - | DSL | 7.143% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | - | Wired | 7.143% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Cruzio Internet | $74.95 | 100 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | $99.00 | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 10% |
| Orcas Online | $47.50 | 5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 1.230% |
*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 22, 2021.
Need help?Atherton internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
6896
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.52%
3 providers - 9.21%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Atherton 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 Atherton area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Atherton residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Atherton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the Atherton area, and 99.52% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Atherton's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Atherton
The largest internet providers in Atherton are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Atherton.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Atherton residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Atherton’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Atherton residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Atherton covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Atherton 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Atherton, $53.93.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Atherton, $2.00.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Atherton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Atherton's providers, 187 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Atherton covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Atherton residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Atherton, $53.93.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Atherton, $2.00.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Atherton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Atherton's providers, 187 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Atherton covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Atherton 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Atherton, $53.93.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Atherton, $2.00.
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 Atherton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Atherton's providers, 187 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Atherton?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Atherton with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Atherton. The next fastest internet provider in Atherton is Etheric Networks, offering download speeds up to 160 Mbps to 10% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Atherton?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Atherton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Atherton, $53.93.
Is cable or DSL better?
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.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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