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Internet providers in Huntington Beach, CA
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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Huntington Beach internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
191010
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.63%
2 providers - 97.58%
3 providers - 5.78%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Huntington Beach residents. DSL 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 92% of those living in Huntington Beach.
There are four internet providers serving the Huntington Beach area, and 97.58% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Huntington Beach's four internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Huntington Beach
The largest internet providers in Huntington Beach are Frontier and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Huntington Beach.
DSL internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Huntington Beach residents, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 92% of the area. Huntington Beach’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Huntington Beach residents.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Huntington Beach covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Huntington Beach 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Huntington Beach, $45.74.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Huntington Beach, $0.74.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Huntington Beach. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Huntington Beach's providers, 103 Mbps.
Frontier fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Huntington Beach covering 92% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Huntington Beach than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Huntington Beach, $45.74.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Huntington Beach, $0.74.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Huntington Beach. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Huntington Beach's providers, 103 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Huntington Beach covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Huntington Beach 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 Huntington Beach, $45.74.
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 Huntington Beach, $0.74.
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 Huntington Beach. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Huntington Beach's providers, 103 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Huntington Beach, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Huntington Beach, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Huntington Beach and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Huntington Beach at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Huntington Beach at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Huntington Beach residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Huntington Beach?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Huntington Beach with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Huntington Beach. The next fastest internet provider in Huntington Beach is Frontier, offering download speeds up to 30 Mbps to 95% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Huntington Beach?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Huntington Beach with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Huntington Beach, $45.74.
Is fiber internet available in Huntington Beach?
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Huntington Beach, covering 92% of the city.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
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