Internet providers in San Diego, CA
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When moving to or around San Diego, finding the right internet provider and plan for your new home is almost certainly near the top of your things-to-do list. Even if you aren’t moving, comparing your current internet plan to what’s available could get you a cheaper or better quality internet service. To help you find the best services for your home, we’ve listed the details on top internet providers in San Diego below.
San Diego internet at a glance
Cable and DSL internet are the two most common types of internet with coverage throughout San Diego. Fiber-optic internet is currently available to less than a quarter of San Diego residents. Depending on where you live, you could have the option of multiple internet types and providers.
Internet availability in San Diego
San Diego, CA, residential internet providers
| Provider | Starting price* | Speed range | Internet type |
| AT&T | $30/mo. | 5 – 100 Mbps | DSL |
| AT&T Fiber | $40/mo. | 100 – 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Cox | $19.99/mo. | 10 – 1,000 Mbps | Cable |
| Google Fiber | $50/mo. | 100 – 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Spectrum | $49.99/mo. | 200 – 940 Mbps | Cable |
*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 11/21/19.
Compare the largest internet providers in San Diego
AT&T is the largest DSL and fiber-optic internet provider in San Diego. Google Fiber also offers fiber-optic internet in select areas. Cox is the primary cable internet provider in San Diego, but Spectrum is also available in parts of the city and surrounding areas to the north. Here’s a look at what you can expect from each provider.
AT&T – DSL and fiber-optic internet
Cox – Cable internet
Spectrum – Cable internet
Google Fiber – Fiber-optic internet
*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 11/21/19.
Which San Diego internet providers are available in your area? Click “Shop providers” below to view providers near you, or call to speak with our internet experts about specific internet plans for your address.
What’s the fastest internet in San Diego?
Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher
San Diego – 98%
California – 76%
U.S. – 73%
Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher
San Diego – 18%
California – 14%
U.S. – 16%
Download speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps are primarily available from fiber-optic internet providers, such as AT&T and Google Fiber. Your fastest upload speeds will also likely come from a fiber-optic internet connection. Cable isn’t far behind, however. Download speeds up to 940 Mbps are available in select areas of San Diego from cable internet providers Cox and Spectrum.
San Diego fastest advertised download speeds
- AT&T Fiber – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
- Cox – Cable network with speeds up to 940 Mbps
- Google Fiber – Fiber-optic network with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
- Spectrum – Cable network with speeds up to 940 Mbps
Gigabit or near-gigabit speeds are available throughout much of the San Diego area, but that may be more speed than you need. Check out our breakdown of what internet speeds you really need, and click “View providers” to find providers in your area with the right speed plan for you.
How much is internet in San Diego?
If you’re looking for cheap internet in San Diego, the price you’ll pay will depend on available providers and the plan you choose. Cox and AT&T offer some of the cheapest internet plans in the San Diego area, but Spectrum and Google Fiber also have decently-priced plans considering the speeds you get. Here’s a look at the cheapest internet plans in San Diego.
Cheap internet plans in San Diego, CA
- Cox Internet Starter 10 – $19.99/mo.* for up to 10 Mbps
- AT&T Internet Basic – $30/mo.* for up to 5 Mbps
- AT&T Fiber 100 – $40/mo.* for up to 100 Mbps
- Spectrum Internet – $49.99/mo.* for up to 200 Mbps
- Google Fiber 100 – $50/mo.* for up to 100 Mbps
*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 11/21/19.
Keep in mind that available internet plans and pricing can vary by address. Additionally, added fees for equipment rentals and services such as home Wi-Fi can add to the monthly cost of internet. Click “Shop plans” to view pricing from internet providers in your area, or call to speak with our internet experts about plans and pricing for your address.
Free Wi-Fi hotspots in San Diego
If you’re out and about in San Diego, there are many places where you can connect to free Wi-Fi hotspots. When using a public network, keep in mind that others can connect to the network as well. Avoid online activity that includes passwords or sensitive information that you wouldn’t want others to see.
Here are a few public places where you can find free Wi-Fi in San Diego:
- San Diego public libraries, all branches
- Local attractions including Balboa Park, Sea World, Reuben H. Fleet Science Center and Petco Park
- San Diego public transportation facilities including San Diego International Airport, Santa Fe Depot Amtrak Station and B Street Cruise Ship Terminal
- Local cafes and coffee shops including Cyberbrew Coffee, Krakatoa, Santos Coffee House, Sip This Coffee, Urban Grind and Caffe Carpe Diem
- Local restaurants and bars including Landini’s Pizzeria, Galileo 101 Ristorante & Bar, Kung Food, The Aero Club, L Bar & Grill and Toscana Cafe Wine Bar
Along with these free Wi-Fi hotspots in San Diego, AT&T, Cox and Spectrum also offer free provider hotspots throughout the city. If you have AT&T, Cox or Spectrum, you’ll have access to their free Wi-Fi hotspots in San Diego as well as other locations across the U.S.
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