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Internet Providers in Desert Center, California

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Home Internet in Desert Center, CA

  • 1. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 2. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    72 - 245 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 90.9%
  • 3. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 98.8%
  • 4. Frontier
    Call For Details: (855) 915-4111
    Connection: DSL
    Availability: 23.9%
  • 5. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 90.9%
  • 6. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 32.4%

Best Internet Providers in Desert Center, CA

Viasat Internet dominates Desert Center, California, with its satellite connection, ensuring 100% coverage. Offering a maximum download speed of 150 Mbps, Viasat meets high-demand internet needs. Starting at $99.99 per month, it stands as a premium choice for residents who prioritize speed and wide availability. In a town without DSL, cable, or fiber options, Viasat is essential for the community’s internet requirements.

HughesNet ranks second, covering 98.80% of Desert Center with its satellite internet service. With a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps and a starting price of $49.99 per month, HughesNet presents a more budget-friendly alternative. Although its speed is slightly lower than Viasat’s, it is still crucial in a place lacking DSL, cable, and fiber options. Together, Viasat and HughesNet ensure nearly complete internet access for residents, providing reliable service to almost the entire area.

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
  • Frontier
  • XNET WiFi
  • Starlink
100%

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Provider Connection Types in Desert Center, CA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Desert Center, CA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
0.22%

List of Internet Providers in Desert Center, CA

Provider Type Top Speed
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 245 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
Frontier DSL 115 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps

Internet Providers in Desert Center, CA

Provider Plans Starting At Speeds Up To Connections
Viasat Internet $99.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 150 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Satellite
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 245 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
Frontier $64.99/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 115 Mbps DSL
XNET WiFi $85/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 100 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Fixed Wireless
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

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