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Internet providers in August, CA
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August, CA internet providers
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?August internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in August 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 August area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of August residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in August, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the August area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among August's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in August
The largest internet providers in August are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to August.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all August residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. August’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of August 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in August covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in August 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 August, $45.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in August, $1.48.
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 August. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all August's providers, 224 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in August covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but August 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 August, $45.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 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 August, $1.48.
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 August. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all August's providers, 224 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in August covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of August 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in August, $45.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in August, $1.48.
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 August. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all August's providers, 224 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in August?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in August with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in August. The next fastest internet provider in August is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in August?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in August with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in August, $45.99.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
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.
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.
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.
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