| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.140% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Wave Broadband  | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 71% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 30% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 30% |
| Raw Bandwidth Communications | $29.95 | 3 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 27% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | - | - | 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 100%
3 providers - 82.70%
4+ providers - 35.79%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 94402 ZIP code 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 94402 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 79% of those living in the 94402 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 94402 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 94402, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic Telecom | 93 Mbps | 123 Mbps | DSL |
| AT&T | 200 Mbps | 162 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 164 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
| Wave Broadband | 150 Mbps | 42 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in San Mateo.
The largest internet providers serving the 94402 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Wave Broadband bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 94402 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. San Mateo’s third most-available internet provider, Wave Broadband, offers cable to around 71% of residents in the 94402 ZIP code.
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 94402 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in San Mateo, $47.13.
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 San Mateo, $2.05.
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 94402 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all San Mateo's providers, 351 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 94402 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 94402 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 San Mateo, $47.13.
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 San Mateo, $2.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 94402 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all San Mateo's providers, 351 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Wave Broadband offers broadband to most households in the 94402 ZIP code, covering 71% of the area.
Wave Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 94402 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Wave Broadband start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in San Mateo, $47.13.
Wave Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 5 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $8.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in San Mateo, $2.05.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Wave Broadband offers download speeds up to 20 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 94402 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all San Mateo's providers, 351 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 94402 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 94402 and the greater San Mateo area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in San Mateo at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in San Mateo at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 94402 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 94402 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 94402. The next fastest internet provider in the 94402 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 6.140% of the area.
Raw Bandwidth Communications offers the cheapest internet in the 94402 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in San Mateo, $47.13.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 94402 ZIP code, covering 6.140% of the city.
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.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
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