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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 68% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 40% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Razzo Link  | - | 5 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Cruzio Internet | $74.95 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | - | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 8.184% |
*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 - 100%
2 providers - 99.65%
3 providers - 68.12%
4+ providers - 6.66%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Rio del Mar 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 Rio del Mar area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Rio del Mar 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 41% of those living in Rio del Mar.
There are eight internet providers serving the Rio del Mar area, and 99.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Rio del Mar's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Rio del Mar are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to Rio del Mar.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Rio del Mar residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Rio del Mar’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 40% of Rio del Mar 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 Rio del Mar covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Rio del Mar 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 Rio del Mar, $55.82.
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 Rio del Mar, $1.92.
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 Rio del Mar. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rio del Mar's providers, 81 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 Rio del Mar covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Rio del Mar 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 Rio del Mar, $55.82.
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 Rio del Mar, $1.92.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Rio del Mar. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rio del Mar's providers, 81 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.
DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to about half of households in Rio del Mar covering 40% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic Telecom uses telephone lines in Rio del Mar 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 Telecom start at $39.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Rio del Mar, $55.82.
Sonic Telecom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.67 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Rio del Mar, $1.92.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic Telecom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Rio del Mar. These download speeds are available to 40% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Rio del Mar's providers, 81 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Rio del Mar, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Rio del Mar, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Rio del Mar and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Rio del Mar at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Rio del Mar at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Rio del Mar residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Rio del Mar with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Rio del Mar. The next fastest internet provider in Rio del Mar is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Rio del Mar with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Rio del Mar, $55.82.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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%.
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.
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