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Internet Providers in Santa Monica, California

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Home Internet in Santa Monica, CA
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    • AT&T
    • Spectrum
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    • T-Mobile
    • Verizon
    • Hughesnet
    • XNET WiFi
    • Starry Internet
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  • 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: Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 59.1%
    (866) 590-1023
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  • 2. Spectrum
    Speeds Up To
    1 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 90.4%
    Santa Monica speed tests confirm high speeds for Spectrum
    (844) 901-2981
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  • 3. Frontier
    Download Speeds:
    200 Mbps - 5 Gbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Real-world speeds are impacted by multiple factors and average speeds may be lower than advertised speeds.
    Connection: DSL, Fiber
    Availability: 61%
    Santa Monica speed tests confirm high speeds for Frontier
    (855) 915-4111
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  • 4. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 912-2812
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  • 5. 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: 62.2%
    (844) 918-3658
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  • 6. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 64.4%
    (877) 560-5156
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  • 7. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
    (844) 902-3107
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  • 8. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 59.1%
    (855) 758-6392
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  • 9. Starry Internet
    Speeds Up To
    500 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 20.7%
    (888) 231-9403
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  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
    Not all internet speeds available in all areas.
    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
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Home Internet Summary in Santa Monica, CA

In Santa Monica, California, Spectrum provides the best internet service for residents. With 90.40% coverage, it offers a cable connection delivering up to 1 Gbps download speeds. Plans start at $49.99 per month. This balance of speed, price, and extensive reach makes Spectrum a top choice for reliable and fast internet.

Verizon and Viasat Internet offer solid alternatives if Spectrum isn't available. Verizon's 5G internet covers 65.50% of the area, providing download speeds of 50 Mbps for $50 per month. While it doesn't cover as much ground as Spectrum, its competitive pricing makes it a good option within its service area. Viasat caters to more remote parts of Santa Monica with its satellite internet, covering the entire city. It delivers speeds up to 150 Mbps, but its plans start at $99.99 per month.

In Santa Monica, internet availability breaks down to 67% cable, 92% fiber, and 100% satellite coverage. Given this landscape, Spectrum stands out as the leading choice, with Verizon and Viasat offering viable options depending on specific needs and locations.

Best Internet Providers in Santa Monica, CA

The best internet providers in Santa Monica are Spectrum and Frontier. Spectrum ranks first in Santa Monica because it offers download speeds up to 1 Gbps (wireless speeds may vary) on a cable connection and is available in 90.5 percent of the city. Spectrum also offers robust bundles that include internet, TV, and phone services for a starting price of $30 per month for the first 12 months.

Frontier is another excellent provider available to customers in Santa Monica. Fiber-optic technology is currently the best on the market, and Frontier’s fiber-optic network covers 61 percent of the city. Frontier’s internet plans start at $29.99 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
  • Hughesnet
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starry Internet
  • Starlink
 100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Spectrum
  • Frontier
 90.45%

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Internet Coverage Map and Store Locations for Santa Monica, 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 Monica, CA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Santa Monica, CA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
 100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
 5.6899999999999995%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
 92.14%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
 67.09%

Internet Providers in Santa Monica, CA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
AT&T Fiber $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. Fiber, 5G Internet
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Spectrum $30/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 1 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
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Frontier $29.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 5 Gbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Real-world speeds are impacted by multiple factors and average speeds may be lower than advertised speeds. DSL, Fiber
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Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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Verizon $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 50 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
(877) 560-5156
Hughesnet $49.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
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XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
(855) 758-6392
Starry Internet $45/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 500 Mbps Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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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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