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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 46% |
| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 51% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.836% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 1.836% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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.
**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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 96.26%
3 providers - 12.23%
4+ providers - 0.33%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Torrance 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 Torrance area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Torrance residents. 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 56% of those living in Torrance.
There are six internet providers serving the Torrance area, and 96.26% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Torrance's six internet providers, prices start at $39.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 126.0 Mbps | 96.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Spectrum | 81.0 Mbps | 17.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Frontier | 207.0 Mbps | 161.0 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Viasat | 15.0 Mbps | 3.0 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Torrance.
The largest internet providers in Torrance are AT&T, Frontier, and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Torrance.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to many Torrance residents, covering 46% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 51% of the area. Torrance’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Torrance residents.
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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 about half of households in Torrance covering 46% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Torrance 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 Torrance, $54.16.
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 Torrance, $0.69.
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 Torrance. These download speeds are available to 46% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Torrance's providers, 95 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.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to about half of households in Torrance covering 51% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Torrance than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Torrance, $54.16.
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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.
**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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Torrance covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Torrance residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Torrance, $54.16.
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 Torrance, $0.69.
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 Torrance. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Torrance's providers, 95 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Torrance, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Torrance, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Torrance and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Torrance at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Torrance at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Torrance residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Torrance with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 46% of households in Torrance. The next fastest internet provider in Torrance is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps* to 100% of the area.
Sonic Telecom offers the cheapest internet in Torrance with plans starting at $39.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Torrance, $54.16.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Torrance, covering 51% of the city.
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.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
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.
*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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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