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Shop the best Atherton internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from DSL, cable and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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| AT&T | $49.99 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $20.00 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Sonic Telecom  | $39.99 | - | DSL | 7.143% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | - | Wired | 7.143% |
| HughesNet | $49.99 | 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 Jun 27, 2022.
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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 $20 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 299 Mbps | 24 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 124 Mbps | 107 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users 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.
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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 Jun 27, 2022.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as 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 $5.00 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.
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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 Jun 27, 2022.
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 $20/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 $0.80 per Mbps, lower 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, 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.
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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 Jun 27, 2022.
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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as 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 $2.00 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.
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.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Atherton with plans starting at $20/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Atherton, $53.93.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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.
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