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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Wave Broadband  | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 71% |
| Raw Bandwidth Communications | $29.95 | 3 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 51% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 5.970% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 5.760% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | - | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 16% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.13%
3 providers - 78.68%
4+ providers - 49.86%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 94080 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 94080 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 78% of those living in the 94080 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 94080 area, and 99.13% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 94080, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 94080 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 94080 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. South San Francisco’s third most-available internet provider, Wave Broadband, offers cable to around 71% of residents in the 94080 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 94080 ZIP code, covering 98% 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 South San Francisco, $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 South San Francisco, $2.14.
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 94080 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all South San Francisco's providers, 211 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 94080 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 94080 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 South San Francisco, $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 South San Francisco, $2.14.
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 94080 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all South San Francisco's providers, 211 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Wave Broadband offers broadband to most households in the 94080 ZIP code, covering 71% of the area.
Wave Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 94080 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 South San Francisco, $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 South San Francisco, $2.14.
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 94080 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 71% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all South San Francisco's providers, 211 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 94080 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 94080 and the greater South San Francisco area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in South San Francisco at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in South San Francisco at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 94080 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 94080 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in 94080. The next fastest internet provider in the 94080 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 99% of the area.
Raw Bandwidth Communications offers the cheapest internet in the 94080 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in South San Francisco, $47.13.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
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*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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