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Internet providers in Half Moon Bay, CA

Half Moon Bay, CA internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL99%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable100%
Sonic Telecom $39.99 24 - 1,000 MbpsWired88%
Sonic Telecom $39.99 24 - 1,000 MbpsDSL57%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
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Half Moon Bay internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Half Moon Bay residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 47% of those living in Half Moon Bay.

There are six internet providers serving the Half Moon Bay area, and 99.45% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Half Moon Bay's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Half Moon Bay

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Xfinity 160.0 Mbps 15.0 Mbps Cable
Sonic Telecom 10.0 Mbps 2.0 Mbps Wired
AT&T 285.0 Mbps 245.0 Mbps DSL

Top high-speed internet providers in Half Moon Bay

The largest internet providers in Half Moon Bay are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to Half Moon Bay.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Half Moon Bay residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Half Moon Bay’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 57% of Half Moon Bay residents.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

0.768 Mbps

Average availability

99%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Half Moon Bay covering 99% of the area.

DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay, $51.99.

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 Half Moon Bay, $1.79.

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 0.768 Mbps in Half Moon Bay. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Half Moon Bay's providers, 229 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Half Moon Bay covering 100% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Half Moon Bay 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 Half Moon Bay, $51.99.

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 Half Moon Bay, $1.79.

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 Half Moon Bay. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Half Moon Bay's providers, 229 Mbps.

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Sonic Telecom DSL internet

Provider

Sonic Telecom

Starting price*
$39.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

4 Mbps

Average availability

57%

DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to about half of households in Half Moon Bay covering 57% of the area.

DSL internet from Sonic Telecom uses telephone lines in Half Moon Bay 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 Sonic Telecom start at $39.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Half Moon Bay, $51.99.

Sonic Telecom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.67 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Half Moon Bay, $1.79.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic Telecom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Half Moon Bay. These download speeds are available to 57% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Half Moon Bay's providers, 229 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Half Moon Bay, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Half Moon Bay, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Half Moon Bay and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Half Moon Bay at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Half Moon Bay at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Half Moon Bay residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Half Moon Bay with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Half Moon Bay. The next fastest internet provider in Half Moon Bay is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Half Moon Bay with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Half Moon Bay, $51.99.

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.

Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.

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.

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.