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Internet providers in Solana Beach, CA

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Solana Beach, CA internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL99%
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable80%
Cox $49.99 100 - 1,000 MbpsCable62%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%
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Solana Beach internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Solana Beach residents. 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 44% of those living in Solana Beach.

There are five internet providers serving the Solana Beach area, and 99.98% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Solana Beach's five internet providers, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Solana Beach

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Spectrum 194.0 Mbps 14.0 Mbps Cable
AT&T 49.0 Mbps 21.0 Mbps DSL
Cox 86.0 Mbps 27.0 Mbps Cable

Top high-speed internet providers in Solana Beach

The largest internet providers in Solana Beach are AT&T, Spectrum, and Cox bringing DSL and cable options to Solana Beach.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Solana Beach residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 80% of the area. Solana Beach’s third most-available internet provider, Cox, offers cable to around 62% of Solana Beach residents.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

99%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Solana Beach covering 99% of the area.

DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach, $57.99.

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 Solana Beach, $0.65.

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 Solana Beach. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Solana Beach's providers, 142 Mbps.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

80%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to nearly all households in Solana Beach covering 80% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Solana Beach residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Solana Beach, $57.99.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Solana Beach, $0.65.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Solana Beach. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Solana Beach's providers, 142 Mbps.

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Cox cable internet

Provider
Cox
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

30 Mbps

Average availability

62%

Cable from Cox offers broadband to most households in Solana Beach covering 62% of the area.

Cox’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Solana Beach residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Cox start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Solana Beach, $57.99.

Cox customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Solana Beach, $0.65.

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 Solana Beach. These download speeds are available to 62% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Solana Beach's providers, 142 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Solana Beach, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Solana Beach, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Solana Beach and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Solana Beach at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Solana Beach at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Solana Beach residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Solana Beach with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Solana Beach. The next fastest internet provider in Solana Beach is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 80% of the area.

Spectrum offers the cheapest internet in Solana Beach with plans starting at $49.99/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Solana Beach, $57.99.

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.

Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.

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.

According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.