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Internet providers in Salinas, CA
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Salinas, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $40.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.223% |
| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Razzo Link  | $69.95 | 3 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Red Shift | - | 3 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 43% |
| Etheric Networks | $99.00 | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 20% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Salinas internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
150444
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.10%
2 providers - 98.03%
3 providers - 0.00%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Salinas 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 Salinas area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Salinas residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Salinas, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Salinas area, and 98.03% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Salinas's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Salinas
The largest internet providers in Salinas are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Salinas.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Salinas residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 98% of the area. Salinas’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Salinas 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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Salinas covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Salinas 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 Salinas, $56.49.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salinas, $3.32.
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 Salinas. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Salinas's providers, 382 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Salinas covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Salinas 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 Salinas, $56.49.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salinas, $3.32.
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 Salinas. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Salinas's providers, 382 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Salinas covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Salinas 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Salinas, $56.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salinas, $3.32.
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 Salinas. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Salinas's providers, 382 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Salinas?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Salinas with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.223% of households in Salinas. The next fastest internet provider in Salinas is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Salinas?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Salinas with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Salinas, $56.49.
Is fiber internet available in Salinas?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Salinas, covering 0.223% of the city.
Is cable or DSL better?
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.
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.
Should I use my own router?
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.
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