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Best Internet Providers in Desert Center, CA

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Top 7 Internet Service Providers in Desert Center, CA

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1. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 99.99/mo
100% Available

2. T-Mobile Home Internet

90.9% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
90.9% Available

3. HughesNet

98.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo
98.8% Available

4. Frontier

23.9% Available
Call For Details DSL
Prices Starting At 64.99/mo *
**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. See offer details
23.9% Available

5. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 120.00/mo
100% Available

6. Verizon

32.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
32.4% Available

7. Always ON

21.6% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
21.6% Available

Best Internet Providers in Desert Center

When searching for internet in Desert Center, CA, the choices might seem limited at first glance, but there are several options worth considering. Since there are no cable or fiber providers available, you'll need to focus on wireless connections.

Satellite internet is a popular choice here. Viasat Internet and Hughesnet are two providers offering satellite service. Viasat Internet covers the entire area with speeds up to 150 Mbps, though it starts at $99.99 per month. Hughesnet provides slightly lower speeds of up to 100 Mbps but has a more affordable starting price of $49.99 per month. If speed is your top priority, consider Starlink, the fastest provider in Desert Center, offering speeds up to 220 Mbps with 100% coverage. Their service begins at $120 per month.

If you're looking into DSL options, Frontier is available. They cover 23.9% of the area with a maximum speed of 115 Mbps, and their plans start at $64.99 per month.

For those interested in fixed wireless, Always ON offers this type of connection, though their coverage is more limited at 21.6%. They provide speeds up to 25 Mbps for $60 per month.

Remember, the best choice depends on what you need. Consider speed, coverage, and price to find the right internet service for you in Desert Center.

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Average download speed in Desert Center:

6 Mbps

Based on 18 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Desert Center

  1. Viasat - Most internet coverage in Desert Center
  2. T-Mobile Home Internet - Fast download speeds in Desert Center
  3. HughesNet - Widely available
  4. Frontier - Budget friendly option and most DSL availability
  5. Starlink - Coverage
  6. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps
  7. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Desert Center

How Much Speed Do I Need?

25+ Mbps

  • Web Surfing & Email
  • HD Streaming
  • Supports 1-2 Devices
  • Ideal for 1-2 people

100+ Mbps

  • Ultra HD (4K) Streaming
  • Low Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports 3-5 Devices
  • Ideal for 2-6 people

1 Gig

  • Multi 4K HD Streaming
  • No Lag Online Gaming
  • Supports more than 5 Devices
  • Ideal for 6+ people

An Overview of Internet Providers in Desert Center By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Frontier DSL Call For Details 24%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 99%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 91%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 32%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 22%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 99%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 91%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Desert Center

Internet service providers in Desert Center use different methods for connecting their customers to the web. Connection types matter, so choose wisely. Fiber is generally the fastest and most reliable option, followed by cable, DSL and 5G home internet.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is the abbreviation for megabits per second, and it also appears written as Mbits/sec. Internet providers use megabits per second to measure speeds. Broadband speeds are 25 Mbps or faster. Learn more about Mbps.

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