*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 - 97.97%
2 providers - 95.32%
3 providers - 5.69%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista area will have access to DSL, which covers 95% of Chula Vista residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 35% of those living in Chula Vista.
There are four internet providers serving the Chula Vista area, and 95.32% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Chula Vista's four internet providers, prices start at $49.99 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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| Cox | 190.0 Mbps | 40.0 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 119.0 Mbps | 73.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Chula Vista.
The largest internet providers in Chula Vista are AT&T and Cox bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to Chula Vista.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Chula Vista residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 97% of the area. Chula Vista’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers fiber-optic to around 12% of Chula Vista 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 nearly all households in Chula Vista covering 94% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Chula Vista 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 Chula Vista, $59.99.
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 Chula Vista, $0.94.
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 Chula Vista. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chula Vista's providers, 603 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 Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Chula Vista covering 97% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Chula Vista residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Chula Vista, $59.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chula Vista, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Chula Vista. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chula Vista's providers, 603 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.
Fiber-optic from Cox offers broadband to a limited number of households in Chula Vista covering 12% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Cox is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Chula Vista than other internet types.
Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Chula Vista, $59.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chula Vista, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in Chula Vista. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chula Vista's providers, 603 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Chula Vista, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Chula Vista, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Chula Vista and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are about average in Chula Vista at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Chula Vista at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Chula Vista residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Chula Vista with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in Chula Vista. The next fastest internet provider in Chula Vista is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 5.457% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in Chula Vista with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Chula Vista, $59.99.
Cox is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Chula Vista, covering 12% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Chula Vista and is available to 5.457% of households.
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.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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