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Internet Providers in National City, California

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    • AT&T
    • Cox
    • Viasat
    • EarthLink
    • HughesNet
    • Wyyerd Fiber
    • Starlink
    • Verizon
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Home Internet in National City, CA

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 93.4%
    National City speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Cox
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    * See **
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 92.2%
    National City speed tests confirm high speeds for Cox
  • 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: 67.6%
  • 5. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 6. Wyyerd Fiber
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    * See **
    Connection: Fiber
    Availability: 35%
  • 7. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    * See **
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 51.2%
  • 9. Always ON
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 67.6%

Best Internet Providers in National City, CA

In National City, California, AT&T Internet ranks as the top internet provider. With a combination of IPBB and fiber connections, AT&T offers a staggering maximum download speed of 5 Gbps. This high-speed service is available at a starting price of $55 per month and covers 44% of the city. The impressive speed makes it an excellent choice for heavy internet users, such as gamers or streamers.

Cox comes in second place with full coverage across National City. Offering both cable and fiber connections, Cox provides speeds up to 1 Gbps at a starting price of $49.99 per month. For those looking for widespread availability and reliable connection types, Cox is a strong contender. T-Mobile's 5G Home Internet service also stands out, with its coverage reaching 68% of the city locations. With speeds ranging from 33-245 Mbps and pricing beginning at $50 per month, T-Mobile presents another viable option for residents seeking fast wireless connectivity in National City.

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
67.60000000000001%
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
  • Cox
  • Wyyerd Fiber
93.38%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in National City, CA

Provider Connection Types in National City, CA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in National City, CA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
42.730000000000004%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.64%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
55.52%

List of Internet Providers in National City, CA

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet 5 Gbps
Cox Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Wyyerd Fiber Fiber 5 Gbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps

Internet Providers in National City, 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
Cox $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 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
Wyyerd Fiber $65/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fiber
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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