Compare 92071 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Santee – 172 Mbps
CA – 102 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Santee – 31 Mbps
CA – 28 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Santee.
Internet providers in 92071
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
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Broadband availability
38535
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.89%
2 providers - 98.94%
3 providers - 6.77%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 92071 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 92071 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 18% of those living in the 92071 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 92071 area, and 98.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 92071, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
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Average internet speeds in Santee
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 115 Mbps | 61 Mbps | DSL |
| Cox | 193 Mbps | 19 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Santee.
Top high-speed internet providers in 92071
The largest internet providers serving the 92071 ZIP code are AT&T and Cox bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 92071 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 10% of the area. Santee’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 92071 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 92071 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Santee, $54.99.
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 Santee, $2.04.
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 92071 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santee's providers, 603 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 92071 ZIP code, covering 10% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 92071 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Santee, $54.99.
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 Santee, $2.04.
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 1,000 Mbps in 92071 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santee's providers, 603 Mbps.
Cox cable internet
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Cable from Cox offers broadband to all households in the 92071 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 92071 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Cox start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Santee, $54.99.
Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Santee, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Cox offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in 92071 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santee's providers, 603 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 92071 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 92071 and the greater Santee area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Santee at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Santee at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 92071 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 92071 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 92071 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 92071. The next fastest internet provider in the 92071 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 10% of the area.
Cox offers the cheapest internet in the 92071 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Santee, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 92071 ZIP code, covering 10% of the city. GeoLinks also offers fiber internet in 92071 and is available to 1.200% of households.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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