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Internet Providers in Rancho Santa Margarita, California

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Home Internet in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet
    Availability: 94.6%
  • 2. Cox
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 97%
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. T-Mobile
    Download Speeds:
    72 - 245 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 31.9%
  • 5. EarthLink
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 58.7%
  • 6. Hughesnet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 7. XNET WiFi
    Download Speeds:
    25 - 150 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 47.8%
  • 8. Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 9. Verizon
    Speeds Up To
    50 Mbps
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    Connection: 5G Internet
    Availability: 39%

Best Internet Providers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

AT&T Internet tops the list in Rancho Santa Margarita, California, offering IPBB and 5G Internet connections. With a 94.60% coverage rate, AT&T reaches most of the city's residents. Its service offers a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps, starting at $60 per month. While these speeds aren't the highest, the broad reach and reliable connection make AT&T a popular choice.

Cox provides robust competition with remarkable 97% coverage using cable internet. Cox offers download speeds up to 2 Gbps, beginning at $50 per month, making it an attractive option for those prioritizing speed and cost efficiency.

Verizon's 5G Internet serves 81.80% of Rancho Santa Margarita. It offers a maximum download speed of 50 Mbps for a starting price of $50 per month. This makes Verizon a solid choice for those interested in 5G technology.

Overall, the city benefits from widespread cable and fixed wireless connections, ensuring strong internet access for residents.

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
  • Starlink
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Cox
96.99%

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Internet Provider Store Locations in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Provider Connection Types in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
82.93%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.94%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
1.79%

List of Internet Providers in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber, 5G Internet 5 Gbps
Cox Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
T-Mobile 5G Internet 245 Mbps
EarthLink 5G Internet 100 Mbps
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps
XNET WiFi Fixed Wireless 225 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Verizon 5G Internet 50 Mbps

Internet Providers in Rancho Santa Margarita, 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
Cox $50/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 2 Gbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. Cable
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 $60/mo Prices may vary depending on the plan 245 Mbps *Not all internet speeds available in all areas. 5G Internet
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
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 225 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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