*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.64%
2 providers - 98.99%
3 providers - 0.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Monterey 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 Monterey area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Monterey residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 29% of those living in Monterey.
There are six internet providers serving the Monterey area, and 98.99% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Monterey's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 185.0 Mbps | 127.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Viasat | 8.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Razzo Link | 7.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Wireless |
| Xfinity | 188.0 Mbps | 19.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Monterey.
The largest internet providers in Monterey are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Monterey.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Monterey residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Monterey’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Monterey residents.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Monterey covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Monterey 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 Monterey, $54.99.
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 Monterey, $2.29.
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 Monterey. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monterey's providers, 275 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Monterey covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Monterey 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 Monterey, $54.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Monterey, $2.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Monterey. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monterey's providers, 275 Mbps.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Monterey covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Monterey 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Monterey, $54.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Monterey, $2.29.
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 Monterey. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Monterey's providers, 275 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Monterey with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Monterey. The next fastest internet provider in Monterey is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Monterey with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Monterey, $54.99.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
*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.
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