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Internet Providers in Santa Clara, California

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Home Internet in Santa Clara, CA
  • Provider
    • AT&T
    • Xfinity
    • Viasat
    • T-Mobile
    • EarthLink
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Etheric
    • Rocky Ridge Wireless
    • Sail Internet
    • Starlink
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  • Fastest Internet
  • Availability
  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
    Ltd. avail/areas. Speeds vary, not g’td. Single devices wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps.
    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 89.8%
    Santa Clara speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable, Fiber
    Availability: 97.2%
    Santa Clara speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    133 - 415 Mbps
    All-In Internet plans can experience faster speeds with T-Mobile’s latest 5G gateway, delivering typical download speeds between 133 Mbps – 415 Mbps. 25% of our customers see speeds below and 25% see speeds above these ranges. Mobile 5G Home Internet is delivered via 5G cellular network and speeds vary due to factors affecting cellular networks.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 61.1%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 39.8%
  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 36.5%
  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 40%
  • 9. Etheric
    Speeds Up To
    500 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 91%
  • 10. Rocky Ridge Wireless
    Speeds Up To
    85 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 11.8%
  • Sail Internet
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless, DSL
    Availability: 23%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%

Home Internet Summary in Santa Clara, CA

In Santa Clara, California, AT&T Internet provides both IPBB and fiber connections. It offers a maximum download speed of 5 Gbps, serving residential and business needs. AT&T covers 89.80% of the city, making it accessible for many residents. Plans start at $55 per month, reflecting the high-speed and reliability of fiber optic technology.

Xfinity also serves Santa Clara with cable internet, covering 97.20% of the city. This makes Xfinity the most widely available provider locally. Its maximum download speed is 2 Gbps, which meets typical internet use demands. Xfinity plans start at $30 per month, offering a more budget-friendly alternative. The extensive availability of cable and fiber connections ensures that most residents enjoy high-speed internet, with satellite options covering the rest of the city as a backup.

Best Internet Providers in Santa Clara, CA

Xfinity and AT&T Fiber are the best internet providers in Santa Clara. Xfinity is the top provider in the area, offering both cable and fiber networks, depending on availability. Its cable speeds reach up to 2 Gbps. Xfinity is available to 97.2 percent of Santa Clara, with plans starting at  $30 per month.

AT&T Fiber is the leading fiber internet option in Santa Clara, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps. AT&T plans start at $55 per month.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • T-Mobile
  • EarthLink
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Etheric
  • Sail Internet
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Xfinity
97.22%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Santa Clara, California

Looking for internet providers near you? This map can help. Use the drop-down menu to select an internet provider in your area, then enter your address into the address bar. The map will show your neighborhood and overlay the internet provider's availability by address, so that you can see which providers are available exactly where you live. You can also use the map to find internet store locations near you — just toggle the switch to "stores" and choose a provider in your area from the drop down menu to see exactly where that ISP's local stores are.

Provider Connection Types in Santa Clara, CA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Santa Clara, CA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
67.74%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
97.89999999999999%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
8.82%

Internet Providers in Santa Clara, 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, Fiber
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
Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 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
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Rocky Ridge Wireless $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 85 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
Sail Internet $55/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 300 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless, DSL
Starlink $120/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 220 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite

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