| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Cruzio Internet  | $74.95 | - | Wireless | 56% |
| Etheric Networks | - | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 14% |
*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 - 99.84%
2 providers - 99.10%
3 providers - 15.51%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Portola Valley 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 Portola Valley area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Portola Valley residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 34% of those living in Portola Valley.
There are six internet providers serving the Portola Valley area, and 99.10% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Portola Valley'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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xfinity | 222.0 Mbps | 26.0 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 185.0 Mbps | 166.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Etheric Networks | 43.0 Mbps | 40.0 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Portola Valley.
The largest internet providers in Portola Valley are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Portola Valley.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Portola Valley residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Portola Valley’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Portola Valley 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 Portola Valley covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Portola Valley 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 Portola Valley, $58.98.
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 Portola Valley, $2.46.
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 Portola Valley. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portola Valley's providers, 278 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 Portola Valley covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Portola Valley 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 Portola Valley, $58.98.
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 Portola Valley, $2.46.
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 Portola Valley. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Portola Valley's providers, 278 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 Portola Valley covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Portola Valley 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 Portola Valley, $58.98.
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 Portola Valley, $2.46.
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 Portola Valley. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Portola Valley's providers, 278 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Portola Valley with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Portola Valley. The next fastest internet provider in Portola Valley is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Portola Valley with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Portola Valley, $58.98.
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.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
*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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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