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Best Internet Providers in Palo Alto, CA

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Top 10 Internet Service Providers in Palo Alto, CA

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1. AT&T

92.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo *
92.7% Available

2. Xfinity

99.3% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 30.00/mo
99.3% Available

3. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 119.99/mo
100% Available

4. T-Mobile Home Internet

56% Available
Download speeds from:
72 - 245 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 60.00/mo *
*With AutoPay, taxes and fees included.
56% Available

5. EarthLink

20.9% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 39.95/mo
20.9% Available

6. HughesNet

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

7. Etheric

77.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
500 Mbps Fixed Wireless
77.5% Available

8. Starlink

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

9. Verizon

38.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
50 Mbps 5G Internet
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
38.7% Available

10. Always ON

20.9% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
20.9% Available

Best Internet Providers in Palo Alto

When shopping for the best internet in Palo Alto, savvy consumers will want to start by looking at fiber internet options. AT&T Fiber is a standout choice, offering blazing-fast speeds up to 5 Gbps. This option covers 48.9% of the area and starts at an attractive price of $55 per month. If fiber is available in your neighborhood, it's the top recommendation for speed and reliability.

For those who might be outside fiber's reach, cable internet serves as an excellent alternative. Xfinity covers an impressive 99.3% of Palo Alto, providing speeds up to 2 Gbps. With starting prices at $30 per month, it's a strong contender for consumers wanting a balance of speed and value.

While wired connections are typically preferred for high-speed internet, wireless technology like 5G is rapidly becoming a viable option. EarthLink 5G Home Internet covers 20.8% of the area, offering speeds up to 100 Mbps with starting prices at $39.95 monthly. Another option is Verizon, with 30.2% coverage and speeds up to 50 Mbps.

DSL remains an option for some households as well. AT&T Internet, with its DSL offering, covers a vast 92.7% of Palo Alto. It provides speeds up to 100 Mbps, starting at $60 per month, and can be a reliable choice where other options may not be available.

Internet Provider Store Locations in Palo Alto

Average download speed in Palo Alto:

145 Mbps

Based on 35,897 speed tests

Best Internet Provider in Palo Alto

  1. AT&T - Fast download speeds in Palo Alto, most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  2. Xfinity - Most internet coverage in Palo Alto and most Cable availability
  3. Viasat - Widely available
  4. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  5. EarthLink - 5g internet up to 100 Mbps
  6. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  7. Etheric - Fixed wireless up to 500 Mbps
  8. Starlink - Coverage
  9. Verizon - 5g internet up to 50 Mbps
  10. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in Palo Alto

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 Palo Alto By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 49%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 93%
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 99%
Etheric Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps 77%
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 36%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 56%
Verizon 5G Internet 300 Mbps 39%
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps 21%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 21%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 99%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 93%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 49%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 56%
Etheric Fixed Wireless 500 Mbps 77%
AT&T 5G Internet 225 Mbps 36%
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps 39%

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Internet Availability by Connection Type in Palo Alto

Internet service providers in Palo Alto 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.

Fiber - 100%

What is Mbps?

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Free Wireless Internet Access in Palo Alto, CA

Hotspot
1791 Arastradero Rd
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Hotspot
1069 East Meadow Cr
Palo Alto, CA 94303

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