Internet providers in 90501

90501 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps DSL 100%
Spectrum $50.00 500 - 1000 Mbps ** Cable 100%
Sonic Telecom $39.99 24 - 1,000 Mbps DSL 11%
Sonic Telecom $39.99 24 - 1,000 Mbps Wired 11%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 Mbps Satellite 100%
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90501 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 90501 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 90501 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.720% of those living in the 90501 ZIP code.

There are five internet providers serving the 90501 area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 90501, prices start at $39.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 90501

The largest internet providers serving the 90501 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to the area.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 90501 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Torrance’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 11% of residents in the 90501 ZIP code.

AT&T DSL internet

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

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 90501 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 Torrance, $55.99.

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 Torrance, $0.71.

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 90501 ZIP code. 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.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$50/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Spectrum offers a cable and fiber hybrid internet connection with competitive pricing for speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** with no data caps or contracts. Spectrum also offers internet and cable TV bundles.

A modem is included with all Spectrum Internet® plans. Spectrum charges $10/mo. for Advanced WiFi for its lower-tier plan, but it’s included with Spectrum Internet® Gig.

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Sonic Telecom DSL internet

Provider

Sonic Telecom

Starting price*
$39.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

2 Mbps

Average availability

11%

Spectrum offers a cable and fiber hybrid internet connection with competitive pricing for speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** with no data caps or contracts. Spectrum also offers internet and cable TV bundles.

A modem is included with all Spectrum Internet® plans. Spectrum charges $10/mo. for Advanced WiFi for its lower-tier plan, but it’s included with Spectrum Internet® Gig.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 90501 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 90501 and the greater Torrance area. HughesNet starting prices are 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 in the 90501 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet providers in 90501 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 90501 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 90501. The next fastest internet provider in the 90501 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps* to 100% of the area.

Sonic Telecom offers the cheapest internet in the 90501 ZIP with service starting at $39.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Torrance, $55.99.

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.

Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.

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.

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.