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Internet providers in Menlo Park, CA
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Menlo Park, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 12 Mbps | Wired | 35% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 34% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 12% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Cruzio Internet | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | $85 | 5 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 9.821% |
*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?Menlo Park internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Menlo Park residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Menlo Park, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the Menlo Park area, and 99.90% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Menlo Park's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Menlo Park
The largest internet providers in Menlo Park are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic bringing DSL and cable options to Menlo Park.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Menlo Park residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Menlo Park’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic, offers DSL to around 34% of Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park, $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 Menlo Park, $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 Menlo Park. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Menlo Park'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 Menlo Park covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park, $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 Menlo Park, $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 Menlo Park. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Menlo Park'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 some, but not many households in Menlo Park covering 34% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic uses telephone lines in Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park, $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 Menlo Park, $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 Menlo Park. These download speeds are available to 34% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Menlo Park's providers, 227 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Menlo Park, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Menlo Park, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Menlo Park and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Menlo Park at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Menlo Park at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Menlo Park 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 Menlo Park?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Menlo Park with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Menlo Park. The next fastest internet provider in Menlo Park is Etheric Networks, offering download speeds up to 160 Mbps to 9.821% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Menlo Park?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Menlo Park with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Menlo Park, $49.16.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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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