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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 24% |
| Atlantic Broadband | - | - | Cable | 100% |
| Google Fiber | $70.00 | 1,000 - 2,000 Mbps | Wired | 33% |
Hotwire Communications Ltd.  | - | - | Fiber-optic | 18% |
| 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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.97%
2 providers - 99.97%
3 providers - 41.98%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Surfside is comparable to the rest of Florida - 97%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Surfside area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Surfside 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 76% of those living in Surfside.
There are seven internet providers serving the Surfside area, and 99.97% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Surfside's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Surfside are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Surfside.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Surfside residents, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 18% of the area. Surfside’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 24% of Surfside 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 all households in Surfside covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Surfside 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 Surfside, $57.99.
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 Surfside, $0.26.
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 Surfside. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Surfside's providers, 295 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 AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Surfside covering 18% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Surfside than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Surfside, $57.99.
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 Surfside, $0.26.
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 1,000 Mbps in Surfside. These download speeds are available to 18% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Surfside's providers, 295 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 some, but not many households in Surfside covering 24% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Surfside 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 Surfside, $57.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Surfside, $0.26.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Surfside. These download speeds are available to 24% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Surfside's providers, 295 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Surfside, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Surfside, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Surfside and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Surfside at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Surfside at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Surfside residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Surfside with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Surfside. The next fastest internet provider in Surfside is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 18% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Surfside with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Surfside, $57.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Surfside, covering 18% of the city. Hotwire Communications Ltd. also offers fiber internet in Surfside and is available to 18% of households.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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