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Internet providers in Carson, CA
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 94% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Sonic Telecom  | $39.99 | - | Wired | 1.037% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | - | DSL | 0.881% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| GeoLinks | - | - | Wireless | 1.075% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Carson internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
91727
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.86%
2 providers - 94.29%
3 providers - 7.17%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Carson 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 Carson area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Carson residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Carson, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Carson area, and 94.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Carson's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Carson
The largest internet providers in Carson are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Carson.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Carson residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Carson’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Carson 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Carson covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Carson 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 Carson, $44.99.
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 Carson, $0.73.
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 Carson. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Carson's providers, 106 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Carson covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Carson residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Carson, $44.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Carson, $0.73.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Carson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Carson's providers, 106 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Carson covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Carson 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 Carson, $44.99.
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 Carson, $0.73.
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 Carson. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Carson's providers, 106 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Carson?
GeoLinks is the fastest internet provider in Carson with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.075% of households in Carson. The next fastest internet provider in Carson is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Carson?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Carson with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Carson, $44.99.
How can I boost my internet speeds?
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
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.
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.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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