Compare 92618 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Irvine – 197 Mbps
CA – 102 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Irvine – 76 Mbps
CA – 28 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Irvine.
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Internet providers in 92618
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92618 internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.750% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 25 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.720% |
| Cox | $49.99 | 100 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Sonic Telecom  | $39.99 | 10 - 40 Mbps | DSL | 39% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 10 - 12 Mbps | Wired | 39% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $64.99 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 Aug 11, 2022.
Need help?92618 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
9021
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.92%
3 providers - 38.72%
4+ providers - 24.29%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 92618 ZIP code 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 92618 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. 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 1.750% of those living in the 92618 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 92618 area, and 99.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 92618, prices start at $39.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Irvine
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Cox | 176 Mbps | 71 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| AT&T | 229 Mbps | 165 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Irvine.
Top high-speed internet providers in 92618
The largest internet providers serving the 92618 ZIP code are AT&T, Cox, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 92618 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 100% of the area. Irvine’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 39% of residents in the 92618 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 92618 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines 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 Irvine, $54.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.20 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Irvine, $0.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in 92618 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Irvine's providers, 484 Mbps.
Cox cable internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 92618 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 92618 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 Irvine, $54.99.
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 Irvine, $0.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 92618 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Irvine's providers, 484 Mbps.
Sonic Telecom DSL internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 92618 ZIP code, covering 39% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic Telecom uses telephone lines 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 Irvine, $54.99.
Sonic Telecom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Irvine, $0.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic Telecom offers download speeds up to 40 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 92618 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 39% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Irvine's providers, 484 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 92618 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 92618 and the greater Irvine area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Irvine at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Irvine at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 92618 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 92618 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 92618 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.750% of households in 92618. The next fastest internet provider in the 92618 ZIP code is Cox, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.720% of the area.
Sonic Telecom offers the cheapest internet in the 92618 ZIP with service starting at $39.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Irvine, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 92618 ZIP code, covering 1.750% of the city. Cox also offers fiber internet in 92618 and is available to 1.720% of households.
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.
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.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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