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Internet Providers in Compton, California

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Home Internet in Compton, CA

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 93.8%
    Compton speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    * See **
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 92.8%
    Compton speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    * See **
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 39.4%
  • 5. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 23.2%
  • Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 39.4%

Best Internet Providers in Compton, CA

For Compton residents, Spectrum is the primary choice for high-speed internet service. It covers most of the city - about 94% - and offers both cable and fiber options. With download speeds up to 1 Gbps, and monthly rates starting at $49.99, Spectrum offers good coverage and solid speed.

On the other hand, AT&T Internet stands as a formidable competitor. It services about 51% of Compton, delivering high-speed connections through both IPBB and fiber. Despite a slightly higher monthly fee of $55, AT&T boasts a maximum download speed of 5 Gbps, surpassing Spectrum. The coverage limit may be an issue for some residents though.

Looking at the broader internet landscape in Compton, 94% of the population uses cable while 51% uses DSL. Despite the promising speeds, only 23% of the city has access to fiber. Fixed wireless, however, is available to 60% of residents. For total coverage albeit slower speeds, satellite services like Viasat are also an option.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
25 Mbps
  • Email
  • Web browsing
  • Light streaming
  • Smaller households
  • Always ON
39.410000000000004%
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • EarthLink
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
93.76%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Compton, CA

Provider Connection Types in Compton, CA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Compton, CA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
50.51%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
94.08%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
22.509999999999998%

List of Internet Providers in Compton, CA

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet 5 Gbps
Spectrum Cable 1 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in Compton, CA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Spectrum $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
EarthLink 5G Home Internet $39.95/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
Always ON $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 25 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless

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