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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 7.143% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 7.143% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Cruzio Internet  | $74.95 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | - | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 10% |
| Orcas Online | $47.50 | 5 - 75 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 14, 2023.
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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 98% of Atherton residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 90% of those living in Atherton.
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 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 174.0 Mbps | 20.0 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 182.0 Mbps | 139.0 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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*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 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Atherton, $54.63.
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 Atherton, $2.19.
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 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, 196 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 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, $54.63.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Atherton, $2.19.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 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, 196 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 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Atherton, $54.63.
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 Atherton, $2.19.
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, 196 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Atherton with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Atherton. The next fastest internet provider in Atherton is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
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, $54.63.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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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