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Internet providers in North Richmond, CA
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North Richmond, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Google Fiber | $50 | 100 - 100 Mbps | Wired | 1.536% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | $85 | 5 - 120 Mbps | Wireless | 1.859% |
*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?North Richmond internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in North Richmond 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 North Richmond area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of North Richmond residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in North Richmond, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the North Richmond area, and 99.68% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among North Richmond's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in North Richmond
The largest internet providers in North Richmond are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to North Richmond.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all North Richmond residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. North Richmond’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of North Richmond 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 North Richmond covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in North Richmond 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 North Richmond, $50.83.
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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Richmond, $1.18.
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 North Richmond. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all North Richmond's providers, 222 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 North Richmond covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but North Richmond 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 North Richmond, $50.83.
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 North Richmond, $1.18.
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 North Richmond. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Richmond's providers, 222 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in North Richmond covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of North Richmond 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in North Richmond, $50.83.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Richmond, $1.18.
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 North Richmond. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all North Richmond's providers, 222 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in North Richmond?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in North Richmond with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in North Richmond. The next fastest internet provider in North Richmond is Etheric Networks, offering download speeds up to 120 Mbps to 1.859% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in North Richmond?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in North Richmond with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in North Richmond, $50.83.
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.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
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.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
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.
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