| Provider | ||||
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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 16% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Softcom Internet Communications  | $79.95 | 4 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Winters Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| California Broadband Services | $49.95 | 10 - 40 Mbps | Wireless | 68% |
*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 - 98.76%
2 providers - 16.46%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Wilton 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 Wilton area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Wilton residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 21% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Wilton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Wilton area, and 16.46% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Wilton's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Viasat | 22.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Xfinity | 99.0 Mbps | 9.0 Mbps | Cable |
| California Broadband Services | 19.0 Mbps | 5.0 Mbps | Wireless |
| HughesNet | 11.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| Softcom Internet Communications | 13.0 Mbps | 2.0 Mbps | Wireless |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Wilton.
The largest internet providers in Wilton are Xfinity, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Wilton.
Cable internet from Xfinity is available to many Wilton residents, covering 16% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Wilton’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Wilton 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to a limited number of households in Wilton covering 16% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Wilton 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 Wilton, $56.64.
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 Wilton, $2.83.
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 Wilton. These download speeds are available to 16% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Wilton's providers, 223 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Wilton covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Wilton 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Wilton, $56.64.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wilton, $2.83.
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 Wilton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wilton's providers, 223 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.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Wilton covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Wilton 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Wilton, $56.64.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wilton, $2.83.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Wilton. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Wilton's providers, 223 Mbps.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Wilton with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 16% of households in Wilton. The next fastest internet provider in Wilton is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Wilton with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wilton, $56.64.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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.
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.
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