Internet providers in Waterford, CA
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
unWired Broadband  | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Fire2Wire | - | 6 - 12 Mbps | Wireless | 99% |
| Velociter Wireless | $49.95 | 2.5 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 1.614% |
*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 22, 2021.
Need help?Waterford internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
8456
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.89%
2 providers - 99.47%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Waterford 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 Waterford area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Waterford residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Waterford, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Waterford area, and 99.47% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Waterford's seven internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Waterford
The largest internet providers in Waterford are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Waterford.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Waterford residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 99% of the area. Waterford’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Waterford residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in Waterford covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Waterford 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Waterford, $46.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waterford, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in Waterford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Waterford's providers, 33 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Waterford covering 99% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Waterford residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Waterford, $46.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waterford, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Waterford. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Waterford's providers, 33 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Waterford covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Waterford where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Waterford, $46.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Waterford, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Waterford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Waterford's providers, 33 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Waterford?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Waterford with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Waterford. The next fastest internet provider in Waterford is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Waterford?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Waterford with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Waterford, $46.99.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
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.
How much should I pay for internet?
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.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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