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Internet providers in Salton City, CA
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Salton City, CA internet providers
*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 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
3763
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 0%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Salton City 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 Salton City area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Salton City residents. No DSL or fiber-optic providers are currently available in Salton City, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Salton City area. Among Salton City's four internet providers, prices start at $50 and available download speeds reach up to 25 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Salton City
The largest internet providers in Salton City are HughesNet and Viasat bringing satellite options to Salton City.
Satellite internet from HughesNet is available to nearly all Salton City residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from Viasat, which covers 100% of the area.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Salton City covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Salton City 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 Salton City, $51.66.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salton City, $2.72.
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 Salton City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Salton City's providers, 19 Mbps.
Viasat 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Salton City covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Salton City 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Salton City, $51.66.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Salton City, $2.72.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 12 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Salton City. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Salton City's providers, 19 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Salton City?
HughesNet is the fastest internet provider in Salton City with download speeds up to 25 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Salton City. The next fastest internet provider in Salton City is USA Communications, offering download speeds up to 15 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Salton City?
Beamspeed offers the cheapest internet in Salton City with plans starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Salton City, $51.66.
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.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
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.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
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.
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