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Internet Providers in San Diego, CA

Over 20,075 people in San Diego found the best Internet Provider in the last 30 days.

#1

EarthLink Fiber

96.06% availability
EarthLink Fiber logo

Connection Types:

Fiber
Speed up to:

5 Gbps

User Review:

(2728)

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Limited-Time Fibermaxx Offer: Lock in Fiber 1 Gig for $39.95/mo

#2

Spectrum

40.38% availability
Spectrum logo

Connection Types:

Cable / Television / Phone
Speed up to:

2 Gbps

User Review:

(2713)

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Speeds up to 2G in Select Markets. Sign up today to enjoy the best in-home entertainment.

#3

Earthlink 5G Home Internet

86.1% availability
Earthlink 5G Home Internet logo

Connection Types:

Fixed Wireless / Mobile
Speed up to:

425 Mbps

User Review:

(2977)

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No credit checks - No contracts

#4

AT&T

96.06% availability

Connection Types:

DSL / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2629)

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AT&T Internet offers lightning-fast, high-speed internet with speeds up to 100 Mbps at a great price.

#5

Cox

22.88% availability

Connection Types:

Cable / Television
Speed up to:

1 Gbps

User Review:

(2648)

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Take the Cox challenge. The Difference is Clear.

#6

Viasat

6.53% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

150 Mbps

User Review:

(2975)

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#7

Sonic

Connection Types:

Fiber / DSL
Speed up to:

80 Mbps

User Review:

(2753)

We're Building a Better Internet.

#8

HughesNet

3.16% availability

Connection Types:

Satellite / Phone
Speed up to:

100 Mbps

User Review:

(2869)

*24-month commitment and early service termination fees apply. Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACH enrollment. Offer may vary by geographic area.

Unlimited Data – With no hard data limits, if you use the data in your plan, speeds will reduce.

Television Only Providers in San Diego, CA

#1Dish Network

  • DISH is ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power for the third year in a row.
  • 2-Year TV Price Guarantee.
  • Free Google Voice Remote and Smart DVR Included.
  • Record up to 16 shows at once.
  • 80,000 On Demand Titles.
  • FREE Standard Professional Installation from a trusted, local expert.
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

#2DIRECTV

  • Best entertainement options for any sports fan over Cable TV, including NFL Sunday Ticket!
  • Includes local channels
  • HBO, Showtime, Starz, Cinemax free for first 3 months
  • Free upgrade to Genie HD-DVR
  • Free professional installation in up to 4 rooms
Pricing starting at:
$64.99

Best Internet Providers in San Diego

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in most parts of San Diego, if it is available at your address. Fiber internet is one of the fastest and most reliable types of internet and is ideal for remote work, streaming, gaming, and busy households with lots of connected devices. In many areas of San Diego, you will see speed tiers from 3 Mbps to 5 Gbps, with pricing generally in the $39.95-$99/mo range.

Spectrum is a solid choice in San Diego, if fiber is not available where you live. Cable internet is widely available in many parts of San Diego and can support most households with speeds up to 2 Gbps and plans starting at $50/mo.

Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers 5G home internet plans starting at $39.95/mo, and delivers speeds from 3 Mbps to 450 Mbps, depending on your address and signal strength. 5G internet can be a great alternative in many parts of San Diego.

What is the fastest internet provider in San Diego?

EarthLink Fiber is the fastest internet provider in San Diego, CA, with download speeds up to 5 Gbps and upload speeds up to 1 Gbps — available to 96.06% of the city.
ProviderConnectionsMax DownloadMax UploadAvailability
EarthLink FiberFiber5 Gbps1 Gbps96.06%
SpectrumCable / Television / Phone2 Gbps2 Gbps40.38%
AT&TDSL / Television1 Gbps1 Gbps96.06%
CoxCable / Television1 Gbps35 Mbps22.88%
Earthlink 5G Home InternetFixed Wireless / Mobile425 Mbps15 Mbps86.10%
ViasatSatellite / Phone150 Mbps3 Mbps6.53%
HughesNetSatellite / Phone100 Mbps5 Mbps3.16%
SonicFiber / DSL80 Mbps12 Mbps0.00%

What is the cheapest internet provider in San Diego?

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet in San Diego starting at $39.95/month with speeds up to 5 Gbps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet offers the next lowest price at $39.95/month.
ProviderStarting PriceSpeedContractData Cap
EarthLink Fiber$39.95Up to 5 GbpsYesUnlimited
Spectrum$50.00Up to 2 GbpsNoUnlimited
AT&T$55.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1 TB
Cox$50.00Up to 1 GbpsNo1.28 TB
Earthlink 5G Home Internet$39.95Up to 425 MbpsNoUnlimited
Viasat$49.99Up to 150 MbpsNoUnlimited
HughesNet$74.99*Up to 100 MbpsYes100-200 GB
Sonic$40.00Up to 80 MbpsNoUnlimited

What type of internet connection is best in San Diego?

San Diego has 5 main types of internet connections. Your best option depends on where you live and what you need.

Fiber

2.37%

Fastest, most reliable. Symmetrical speeds. EarthLink Fiber is the best available for gaming and WFH.

Cable

60.72%

Most widely available wired option. Spectrum covers 40.38%, Cox covers 22.88%. Up to 2 Gbps download. Good for most households.

DSL

70.96%

AT&T, max 1 Gbps. Being phased out for fiber. Only consider if no other options exist.

5G Wireless

1.47%

No contracts or data caps. Earthlink 5G Home Internet leads at 86.10%. Typical 15 Mbps - 450 Mbps. Great for renters and budget-conscious users.

Satellite

100.00%

Viasat (150 Mbps), HughesNet (100 Mbps). Higher latency. Last resort for most San Diego residents.

San Diego, CA - Internet Connection and Coverage Map

San Diego, CA has a total of 20 internet providers including  7 Fiber providers, 4 Cable providers, 5 DSL providers, 10 Fixed Wireless providers and 2 Satellite providers.

Compare Internet Providers in San Diego, CA by Coverage Area

All 20 internet providers serving San Diego by coverage area. This is the most comprehensive provider comparison available for the city — no competitor lists more than 10 providers with coverage data.

ProviderMax DownloadMax UploadInternet ConnectionCoverage
1.EarthLink Fiber5 Gbps1 GbpsFiber96.06%
2.AT&T1 Gbps1 GbpsDSL / Television96.06%
3.Earthlink 5G Home Internet425 Mbps15 MbpsFixed Wireless / Mobile86.10%
4.Cyberonic11 Mbps11 MbpsFiber / Cable / DSL / Fixed Wireless71.06%
5.Spectrum2 Gbps2 GbpsCable / Television / Phone40.38%
6.Cox1 Gbps35 MbpsCable / Television22.88%
7.Viasat150 Mbps3 MbpsSatellite / Phone6.53%
8.Global Capacity8 Mbps1 MbpsDSL5.97%
9.HughesNet100 Mbps5 MbpsSatellite / Phone3.16%
10.San Diego Broadband30 Mbps10 MbpsFixed Wireless1.08%
11.Sky Valley Network5 Mbps5 MbpsFixed Wireless0.36%
12.Fourway Computer Products10 Mbps1 MbpsFixed Wireless0.05%
13.eVolve Business Solutions3 Mbps3 MbpsFiber0.03%
14.MountainMesh15 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless0.03%
15.SDWISP15 Mbps4 MbpsFixed Wireless0.03%
16.Sonic80 Mbps12 MbpsFiber / DSL~
17.Indco Cable TV3 Mbps1 MbpsFiber / Cable / Fixed Wireless~
18.T-Mobile~~Fixed Wireless / Mobile~
19.Level 3 Communications~~Fiber / DSL~
20.Skyriver~~Fixed Wireless~

Is there financial assistance for internet service in San Diego?

Yes. San Diego residents may qualify for free or discounted internet service through the federal Lifeline program, or provider-specific, low-income, affordable internet plans.

Federal Program

Lifeline

An FCC program that provides up to a $9.25/mo discount on internet service to eligible low-income households at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Provider Program

Spectrum Internet Assist

$25/month for 50 Mbps for qualifying households. Spectrum Internet Assist includes a modem and Security Suite (some may qualify for $15/mo).

Provider Program

AT&T Access

$30/month for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Access from AT&T includes Wi-Fi & installation; no equipment fees or annual contract.

Provider Program

Cox Communications Connect2Compete

$9.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps for qualifying households. Cox Communications Connect2Compete includes Wi-Fi modem & EasyConnect self-install.

Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego

EarthLink Fiber is the best internet provider in San Diego, CA, based on speed and pricing. It's Fiber internet reaches speeds up to 5 Gbps, and plans start at $39.95. When comparing providers and plans, keep in mind how you use the internet and how many others in your household use it. High-demand activities, like streaming and working from home, and multiple users will require faster speeds to avoid buffering and poor performance.

There are 20 internet providers in San Diego, CA. Residents have a variety of service options, including fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite.

EarthLink Fiber offers the cheapest internet plans that start at $39.95. Note that some pricing may be promotional or tied to autopay and paperless billing. If it is promotional pricing, your monthly bill will likely go up when the promo ends.

EarthLink Fiber has the fastest speeds in San Diego, with a top download speed of 5 Gbps. Faster speeds provide more bandwidth for work-from-home activities (like video conferencing), online gaming, 4K video streaming, and households with multiple users and devices.

Yes, fiber internet is available in San Diego. We recommend fiber internet for its fast symmetrical (equal) download and upload speeds, low latency for real-time activities like gaming and video calls, and its stability and resilience to interference. Fiber availability varies by address.

Yes. San Diego residents could get assistance to reduce internet costs through various programs. Spectrum Internet Assist provides 50 Mbps for $25/month. AT&T Access starts at $30/month for up to 100 Mbps. Cox Communications Connect2Compete offers $9.95/mo for up to 100 Mbps. Since the ACP (Affordable Connectivity Program) ended in 2024, eligible households may take advantage of the federal Lifeline program, which provides up to $9.25/month in discounts.

If it's available in San Diego, fiber internet is the best internet option for online gaming. Fiber offers the fastest download and upload speeds, but more importantly, it offers very low latency, which is important for fast-paced games that rely on stability and quick response times.

Yes, 5G home internet is available in San Diego. 5G home internet offers competitive pricing and easy self-installation, since it doesn't rely on new or existing wired infrastructure. Average download speeds for 5G home internet are between 200 and 300 Mbps, which is plenty for remote work, streaming HD and 4K content, and households of 2-4 users, depending on activity.

The average download speed in San Diego is 141 Mbps. For comparison, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines broadband internet as having a download speed of 100 Mbps and an upload speed of 20 Mbps. Go to TestMySpeed and run an internet speed test to see how fast your internet connection is compared to speeds in San Diego, CA.

EarthLink Fiber, AT&T, Earthlink 5G Home Internet, Spectrum, and Cox offer internet in San Diego, CA.

  • EarthLink Fiber: Offers speeds up to 5 Gbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • AT&T: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $55.00/mo.
  • Earthlink 5G Home Internet: Offers speeds up to 425 Mbps starting at $39.95/mo.
  • Spectrum: Offers speeds up to 2 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.
  • Cox: Offers speeds up to 1 Gbps starting at $50.00/mo.

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Free wireless internet access points in San Diego

Allied Gardens-Benjamin Branch Library
5188 Zion Ave.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 533-3970
Balboa Branch Library
4255 Mt. Abernathy Ave.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 573-1390
Carmel Mountain Ranch Branch Library
12095 World Trade Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 538-8181
Carmel Valley Branch Library
3919 Townsgate Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 552-1668
City Heights-Weingart Branch Library Performance Annex
3795 Fairmount Ave.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 641-6100
Clairemont Branch Library
2920 Burgener Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 581-9935
College-Rolando Branch Library
6600 Montezuma Road
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 533-3902
Kensington-Normal Heights Branch Library
4121 Adams Ave.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 533-3974
Linda Vista Branch Library
2160 Ulric St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 573-1399
Logan Heights Branch Library
811 S. 28th St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 533-3968
Malcolm X Library Performing Arts Center, V
5148 Market St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 527-3405
Mira Mesa Branch Library
8405 New Salem St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 538-8165
Mission Hills Branch Library
925 W. Washington Street
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 692-4910
Mission Valley Branch Library
2123 Fenton Parkway
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 573-5007
Mountain View-Beckwourth Branch Library
721 San Pasqual St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 527-3404
North Clairemont Branch Library
4616 Clairemont Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 581-9931
North Park Branch Library
3795 31st St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 533-3972
Oak Park Branch Library
2802 54th St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 527-3406
Ocean Beach Branch Library
4801 Santa Monica Ave.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 531-1532
Otay Mesa Branch Library
3003 Coronado Ave.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 424-0474
Pacific Beach-Taylor Branch Library
4275 Cass St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 581-9934
Paradise Hills Branch Library
5922 Rancho Hills Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 527-3461
Point Loma-Hervey Branch Library
3701 Voltaire St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 531-1539
Rancho Bernardo Branch Library
17110 Bernardo Center Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 538-8163
Rancho Penasquitos Branch Library
13330 Salmon River Road
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 538-8159
San Carlos Branch Library
7265 Jackson Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 527-3430
San Diego County Library
5555 Overland Ave., Building 15
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 694-2415
San Diego Public Library
820 E St.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 236-5870
San Diego Public Library - Central Library
820 E Street
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 236-5800
San Ysidro Branch Library
101 W. San Ysidro Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 424-0475
Scripps Miramar Ranch Branch Library
10301 Scripps Lake Drive
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 538-8158
Serra Mesa-Kearny Mesa Branch Library
9005 Aero Drive
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 573-1396
Skyline Hills Branch Library
480 S. Meadowbrook Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 527-3485
Tierrasanta Branch Library
4985 La Cuenta Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 573-1384
University Community Branch Library
4155 Governor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92131
(858) 552-1655
University Heights Branch Library
4193 Park Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 692-4912
Valencia Park-Malcolm X Branch Library Performing Arts Center
5148 Market St.
San Diego, CA 92131
(619) 527-3405

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