Internet Providers in Palo Alto, California
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Home Internet in Palo Alto, CA
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1. AT&T 
Speeds Up To5 Gbps
Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G InternetAvailability: 92.7%Palo Alto speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet -
2. Xfinity
Speeds Up To2 Gbps*
Connection: CableAvailability: 99.3%Palo Alto speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity -
3. Viasat
Speeds Up To150 Mbps*
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
4. EarthLink
Speeds Up To100 Mbps*
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 20.8% -
5. HughesNet
Speeds Up To100 Mbps*
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
6. Etheric
Speeds Up To500 Mbps*
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 77.5% -
7. Starlink
Download Speeds:50 - 220 Mbps*
Connection: SatelliteAvailability: 100% -
Verizon
Speeds Up To50 Mbps*
Connection: 5G InternetAvailability: 30.2% -
Always ON
Download Speeds:25 - 150 Mbps*
Connection: Fixed WirelessAvailability: 20.8%
Best Internet Providers in Palo Alto, CA
Xfinity and AT&T Fiber are the best internet providers in Palo Alto. With wider internet coverage than AT&T Fiber, Xfinity is the best option of the two, offering 99.3 percent availability and download speeds up to . Palo Alto residents will only need to pay $30 per month for Xfinity’s cheapest internet plan.
For residents who want a fiber optic internet plan, AT&T Fiber is a great option that delivers symmetrical speeds up to 5 Gbps. Fiber internet tends to be limited in availability, but it makes up for this lack of coverage by providing faster connection speeds than internet types like cable and DSL. Fiber internet plans from AT&T start at just $55 per month.
What’s a Good Internet Speed?
| Internet Speed | Appropriate For | Providers in your Area offering this Speed | Availability in your Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Mbps |
|
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20.849999999999998% |
| 100 Mbps |
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|
100% |
| 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps) |
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99.28% |
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Internet Provider Store Locations in Palo Alto, CA
Provider Connection Types in Palo Alto, CA
| Connection Type | About this Connection Type | Availability in Palo Alto, CA |
|---|---|---|
| Satellite |
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100% |
| DSL |
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58.69% |
| Cable |
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99.15% |
| Fiber |
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56.05% |
List of Internet Providers in Palo Alto, CA
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Internet Providers in Palo Alto, 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 | |
| Xfinity | $30/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 | |
| 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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