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Internet providers in Downey, CA

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Downey, CA internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL2.827%
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsFiber-optic0.730%
Frontier $44.99 VariesFiber-optic2.997%
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable100%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
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Downey internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Downey 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 Downey area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Downey residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 44% of those living in Downey.

There are six internet providers serving the Downey area, and 92.07% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Downey's six internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Downey

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Viasat 22.0 Mbps 2.0 Mbps Satellite
AT&T 119.0 Mbps 78.0 Mbps DSL
Frontier 180.0 Mbps 136.0 Mbps Fiber-optic
Spectrum 145.0 Mbps 32.0 Mbps Cable

Top high-speed internet providers in Downey

The largest internet providers in Downey are Spectrum, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Downey.

Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all Downey residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Downey’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Downey residents.

Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Downey covering 100% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Downey residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Downey, $56.99.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Downey, $0.64.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Downey. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Downey's providers, 356 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Downey covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Downey 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Downey, $56.99.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Downey, $0.64.

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 Downey. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Downey's providers, 356 Mbps.

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Viasat satellite internet

Provider
Viasat
Starting price*
$69.99/mo.
Max download speed

150 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Downey covering 100% of the area.

Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Downey 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Downey, $56.99.

Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Downey, $0.64.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Downey. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Downey's providers, 356 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Downey with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.827% of households in Downey. The next fastest internet provider in Downey is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 0.730% of the area.

Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Downey with plans starting at $44.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Downey, $56.99.

Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Downey, covering 2.997% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Downey and is available to 0.730% of households.

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No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.

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.