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Internet providers in Kensington, CA
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Kensington, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 12 Mbps | Wired | 67% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 56% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 13% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Unwired Ltd. | - | - | Wireless | 24% |
| Etheric Networks | $85 | 5 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 9.631% |
*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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Kensington internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Kensington 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 Kensington area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Kensington residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Kensington, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the Kensington area, and 99.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Kensington's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Kensington
The largest internet providers in Kensington are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic bringing DSL and cable options to Kensington.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Kensington residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Kensington’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic, offers DSL to around 56% of Kensington residents.
AT&T 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Kensington covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Kensington 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Kensington, $49.16.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kensington, $1.64.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Kensington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kensington's providers, 227 Mbps.
Xfinity cable 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Kensington covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Kensington 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 Kensington, $49.16.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kensington, $1.64.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Kensington. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kensington's providers, 227 Mbps.
Sonic 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Sonic offers broadband to about half of households in Kensington covering 56% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic uses telephone lines in Kensington 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 start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Kensington, $49.16.
Sonic customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kensington, $1.64.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Kensington. These download speeds are available to 56% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Kensington's providers, 227 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Kensington, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Kensington, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Kensington and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Kensington at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Kensington at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Kensington 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 Kensington?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Kensington with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Kensington. The next fastest internet provider in Kensington is Etheric Networks, offering download speeds up to 160 Mbps to 9.631% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Kensington?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Kensington with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Kensington, $49.16.
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 much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
How can I lower my cable bill?
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.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
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