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Internet providers in Lakeside, CA

Lakeside, CA internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL90%
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsFiber-optic1.471%
Cox $49.99 100 - 1,000 MbpsCable86%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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Lakeside internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Lakeside 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 Lakeside area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Lakeside residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Lakeside, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.

There are four internet providers serving the Lakeside area, and 86.81% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lakeside's four 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 Lakeside

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
AT&T 103.0 Mbps 50.0 Mbps DSL
Cox 178.0 Mbps 15.0 Mbps Cable
HughesNet 19.0 Mbps 1.0 Mbps Satellite

Top high-speed internet providers in Lakeside

The largest internet providers in Lakeside are AT&T, Cox, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Lakeside.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Lakeside residents, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Cox, which covers 86% of the area. Lakeside’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Lakeside residents.

AT&T DSL internet

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

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

90%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Lakeside covering 90% of the area.

DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Lakeside 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 Lakeside, $59.99.

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 Lakeside, $1.54.

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 20 Mbps in Lakeside. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lakeside's providers, 353 Mbps.

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Cox cable internet

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

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

30 Mbps

Average availability

86%

Cable from Cox offers broadband to nearly all households in Lakeside covering 86% of the area.

Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lakeside 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 Lakeside, $59.99.

Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lakeside, $1.54.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Lakeside. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lakeside's providers, 353 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 Lakeside covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Lakeside 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lakeside, $59.99.

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 Lakeside, $1.54.

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 Lakeside. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lakeside's providers, 353 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Lakeside with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in Lakeside. The next fastest internet provider in Lakeside is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 1.471% of the area.

Cox offers the cheapest internet in Lakeside with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Lakeside, $59.99.

AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lakeside, covering 1.471% of the city.

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.

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.

There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.