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Internet providers in Salton City, CA
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Salton City internet service at a glance
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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Salton City, $55.00.
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, $2.89.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
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 lower than the average starting price for internet in Salton City, $55.00.
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, $2.89.
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 Holdings LLC, offering download speeds up to 15 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Salton City?
Viasat offers the cheapest internet in Salton City with plans starting at $50/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Salton City, $55.00.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
How do I get cheaper internet?
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.
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