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Best Internet Providers in San Francisco, CA

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Internet Providers Overview for San Francisco, CA
Total Internet Providers 14
Download Speeds Up To 10 Gbps
Cheapest Monthly Plan $25.00
Fiber Coverage 55%
Fastest Provider Sonic

Top 13 Internet Service Providers in San Francisco, CA

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1. Xfinity

98.6% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Cable
Prices Starting At 35.00/mo
98.6% Available
Click here to see Xfinity's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

Xfinity Internet Availability By Type

Cable Download speeds up to 2000 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

Xfinity Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
Connect More Internet 200 Mbps $35.00
Connect More + Choice TV Internet 200 Mbps $45.00
Fast Internet 400 Mbps $55.00
Connect More + Choice TV + Xfinity Voice Internet 200 Mbps $55.00
Fast + Choice TV Internet 400 Mbps $65.00
Superfast Internet 800 Mbps $70.00
Fast + Choice TV + Xfinity Voice Internet 400 Mbps $75.00
Gigabit Internet 1000 Mbps $80.00
Superfast + Choice TV Internet 800 Mbps $80.00
Gigabit Extra Internet 1200 Mbps $85.00
Gigabit + Choice TV Internet 1000 Mbps $90.00
Superfast + Choice TV + Xfinity Voice Internet 800 Mbps $90.00
Gigabit Extra + Choice TV Internet 1200 Mbps $95.00
Gigabit + Choice TV + Xfinity Voice Internet 1000 Mbps $100.00
Gigabit Extra + Choice TV + Xfinity Voice Internet 1200 Mbps $105.00
Call To Order Xfinity Service 844-982-3173

2. AT&T

49.3% Available
Download speeds up to:
5 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 55.00/mo *
49.3% Available
Click here to see AT&T's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

AT&T Internet Availability By Type

Fiber Download speeds up to 5000 Mbps
IPBB Download speeds up to 100 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

AT&T Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
Internet 100 Internet 100 Mbps $55.00
Internet 300 Internet 300 Mbps $55.00
Internet 500 Internet 500 Mbps $65.00
Internet 1000 Internet 1000 Mbps $80.00
Internet 2000 Internet 2000 Mbps $150.00
Internet 5000 Internet 5000 Mbps $250.00
Call To Order AT&T Service 855-957-4313

3. Verizon

52.1% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps 5G
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
52.1% Available
Click here to see Verizon's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

Verizon Internet Availability By Type

5G Internet Download speeds up to 1000 Mbps
  • 90%
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

Verizon Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
5G Home Internet 300 Mbps $50.00
5G Home Plus Internet 1000 Mbps $70.00

4. Webpass

32.4% Available
Download speeds up to:
1 Gbps Fixed Wireless
Prices Starting At 70.00/mo
32.4% Available

Webpass Internet Availability By Type

Fixed Wireless Download speeds up to 1000 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

Webpass Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
Webpass 1 Gig Internet 1000 Mbps $70.00
Call To Order Webpass Service 800-932-7277

5. Viasat

100% Available
Download speeds up to:
150 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 64.99/mo
100% Available

Viasat Internet Availability By Type

Satellite Download speeds up to 150 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

Viasat Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
Choice 25 Mbps/60 GB Internet 25 Mbps $64.99
Choice 50 Mbps/100 GB Internet 50 Mbps $84.99
Choice 75 Mbps/150 GB Internet 75 Mbps $119.99
Choice 100 Mbps/300 GB Internet 100 Mbps $169.99
Choice 150 Mbps/500 GB Internet 150 Mbps $249.99
Call To Order Viasat Service 844-983-3105

6. HughesNet

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

HughesNet Internet Availability By Type

Satellite Download speeds up to 50 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

HughesNet Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
50 GB Internet 25 Mbps $49.99
100 GB Internet 25 Mbps $64.99
Fusion 100 GB Internet 25 Mbps $74.99
200 GB Internet 25 Mbps $124.99
Fusion 200 GB Internet 50 Mbps $149.99
Call To Order HughesNet Service 855-958-4319

7. Starlink

100% Available
Download speeds from:
50 - 220 Mbps Satellite
Prices Starting At 90.00/mo
100% Available
Click here to see Starlink's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

Starlink Internet Availability By Type

Satellite Download speeds up to 220 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

Starlink Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
Residential Internet Internet 220 Mbps $90.00
Roam Mobile - Regional Internet 50 Mbps $150.00
Roam Mobile - Global Internet 50 Mbps $200.00
Roam Mobile Priority Internet 220 Mbps $250.00
Roam - Flat High Performance Internet 220 Mbps $250.00

8. Always ON

52.1% Available
Download speeds from:
25 - 150 Mbps Fixed Wireless
52.1% Available

Always ON Internet Availability By Type

Fixed Wireless
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

9. T-Mobile Home Internet

16.5% Available
Download speeds from:
33 - 245 Mbps 5G
Prices Starting At 50.00/mo
16.5% Available
Click here to see T-Mobile Home Internet's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

T-Mobile Home Internet Availability By Type

5G Internet Download speeds up to 245 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

T-Mobile Home Internet Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
Home Internet w/ Autopay Internet 245 Mbps $50.00
Call To Order T-Mobile Home Internet Service 844-914-2347

10. Unwired LTD

87.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
70 Mbps Fixed Wireless
87.5% Available
Click here to see Unwired LTD's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

Unwired LTD Internet Availability By Type

Fixed Wireless
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served
Call To Order Unwired LTD Service 510-868-1614

11. Raw Bandwidth Telecom

69.7% Available
Download speeds up to:
100 Mbps DSL
Prices Starting At 29.95/mo
69.7% Available
Click here to see Raw Bandwidth Telecom's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

Raw Bandwidth Telecom Internet Availability By Type

DSL Download speeds up to 100 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

Raw Bandwidth Telecom Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
3Mbps/512Kbps Internet 3 Mbps $29.95
12Mbps/1Mbps Internet 12 Mbps $39.95
20Mbps/1.5Mbps Internet 20 Mbps $49.95
Call To Order Raw Bandwidth Telecom Service 650-802-8006

12. Sonic

41.5% Available
Download speeds up to:
10 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 49.99/mo *
*Bundled with one home phone line.
41.5% Available
Click here to see Sonic's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

Sonic Internet Availability By Type

Fiber Download speeds up to 10000 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

Sonic Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
FUSION FIBER Internet 1000 Mbps $49.99 *
*Bundled with one home phone line.
STANDARD FIBER Internet 10000 Mbps $49.99 *
*Includes email and VPN.
FUSION FIBER Internet 10000 Mbps $59.99 *
*Includes email, VPN, and home phone with unlimited calling.
Call To Order Sonic Service 855-757-6111

13. Wave Broadband

28.8% Available
Download speeds up to:
2 Gbps Fiber
Prices Starting At 25.00/mo *
*Offer includes a $5/mo discount for enrollment in both autopay and e-bill. | Price does not include Internet Infrastructure Fee of up to $12.97/month, which is subject to change.
28.8% Available
Click here to see Wave Broadband's coverage map for San Francisco, CA

Wave Broadband Internet Availability By Type

Cable Download speeds up to 1500 Mbps
Fiber Download speeds up to 2000 Mbps
Estimated coverage percentage by connection type based on total population served

Wave Broadband Deals for September 2023

Deal Includes Download speeds up to Monthly Price
100 Mbps Internet Internet 100 Mbps $25.00 *
*Offer includes a $5/mo discount for enrollment in both autopay and e-bill. | Price does not include Internet Infrastructure Fee of up to $12.97/month, which is subject to change.
500 Mbps Internet Internet 500 Mbps $45.00 *
*Offer includes a $5/mo discount for enrollment in both autopay and e-bill. | Price does not include Internet Infrastructure Fee of up to $12.97/month, which is subject to change.
Gig Internet Internet 940 Mbps $65.00 *
*Offer includes a $5/mo discount for enrollment in both autopay and e-bill. | Price does not include Internet Infrastructure Fee of up to $12.97/month, which is subject to change.
100 Mbps Internet Internet 100 Mbps $69.95 *
*An Internet Infrastructure Fee of $12.97/month applies.
1.5 Gig Internet Internet 1500 Mbps $80.00 *
*Offer includes a $5/mo discount for enrollment in both autopay and e-bill. | Price does not include Internet Infrastructure Fee of up to $12.97/month, which is subject to change.
500 Mbps Internet Internet 500 Mbps $89.95 *
*An Internet Infrastructure Fee of $12.97/month applies.
1 Gig Internet Internet 940 Mbps $99.95 *
*An Internet Infrastructure Fee of $12.97/month applies.
2 Gig Internet Internet 2000 Mbps $129.95 *
*An Internet Infrastructure Fee of $12.97/month applies.
Call To Order Wave Broadband Service 800-427-8686

San Francisco Internet Resources for Low-Income Families

A working laptop and reliable internet connection open up a world of opportunities, including the chance to work and learn from home. Yet, low-income households — families that can powerfully benefit from the flexibility offered by digital technology — remain disproportionately impacted by a lack of internet connection or computer access. The following lists contain organizations and programs designed to connect financially stretched San Francisco families with free and discounted digital resources: 

Discounted Distance Learning Devices in San Francisco

  • RRRcomputer.org: To bring their vision of “a world where all children are prepared for the digital future” to fruition, RRRcomputer.org collects used computers, refurbishes them, and sells them at a 50 percent discount to low-income families. RRRcomputer.org uses the proceeds of all laptop sales to provide after-school programs in the San Francisco Bay area with free computers for educational use. 
  • Tech Exchange: Tech Exchange’s Tech Hub program makes low-cost computers available to free or reduced lunch recipients, CalFresh recipients, SSI recipients, and HUD subsidized housing residents. Tech Exchange computers come with free tech support and a one-year warranty. You can also get a free computer from Tech Exchange if you volunteer between 10 and 30 hours with them.
  • Computers for Classrooms: Financially qualifying families can purchase a professionally refurbished desktop computer or laptop from Computers for Classrooms for $75 to $250, depending on the model selected. Every computer comes preinstalled with Windows 10 Pro and Microsoft Office 2010. 

Some students might not have the time to wait for their applications to be approved, or their applications may be denied because their income is considered too high. If you fall in that category, consider shopping at one of the following San Francisco computer shops selling high-quality, reconditioned computers for a price much lower than what you’d pay for a new device: 

Remote Learning Programs and Virtual Child Care Centers in San Francisco

  • San Francisco Public Library: Students can start with eBooks at the San Francisco Public Library, but that doesn’t come close to the library's full potential. Learners of all ages will find virtual classes and resources covering everything from storytime for little ones to advanced math help for teens
  • California Academy of Sciences: Students can dip into a deep well of scientific knowledge even when the California Academy of Sciences is closed, or they can’t make it to the building. Curious minds can learn about the latest discoveries made by scientists, pore over 3-D renditions of different animal skulls, and more by exploring the California Academy of Sciences apps and interactive activities for at-home learning. 
  • The Walt Disney Family Museum: Take a virtual tour of the Walt Disney Family Museum from the comfort of your home and schedule. Children who want to put what they see on the tour into practice can learn through play by following along with the museum’s assortment of free educational activity guides.
  • Children’s Creativity Museum: If your child seems to always be tinkering with odd objects, making messes, and wondering what forbidden cabinet to get into next, the Create @Home activities posted on the Children’s Creativity Museum may be just what they (and you) need. Between San Francisco-inspired scavenger hunts to DIY art and science projects, Children’s Creativity Museum activities will make it hard for students to come up with a reason to be bored. 
  • Youth Art Exchange: Public art classes and workshops are available for free through the Youth Art Exchange’s online programs. With just a few clicks, your young artist will have the opportunity to learn drawing techniques, graphic design, and more for free. 

Free Wireless Internet Access in San Francisco

The City and County of San Francisco have made free Wi-Fi available to the public at 32 plazas, parks, and open spaces located throughout the city. Access the free Wi-Fi from one of the following locations by connecting your device to the #SFWiFi network, opening an internet browser, and accepting the terms and conditions: 

Between government programs and philanthropic San Francisco businesses, public Wi-Fi is available all over the city. Take a look at our free Wi-Fi coverage map below for more information about locations offering complimentary Wi-Fi in San Francisco:

Free Wireless Internet Access in San Francisco, CA

Hotspot
79 New Montgomery
San Francisco, CA 94105
Hotspot
455 Arkansas St
San Francisco, CA 94107
Hotspot
30 Grant Ave
San Francisco, CA 94108
Hotspot
1111 Eighth Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
Hotspot
1453 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
Hotspot
50 Phelan Ave
San Francisco, CA 94112
Hotspot
55 Stockton St
San Francisco, CA 94108
Hotspot
536 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
Hotspot
875 Howard Street Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94103
Hotspot
350 Rhode Island Street
San Francisco, CA 94103

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Fastest San Francisco Internet Providers

Connection Type

Internet Providers

Download Speeds Up To

Upload Speeds Up To

Availability

Fiber
(Covering 55% of San Francisco)

AT&T Fiber

5 Gbps

5 Gbps

33.3%

Sonic

10 Gbps

10 Gbps

41.5%

Cable
(Covering 98.9% of San Francisco)

Xfinity

2 Gbps

200 Mbps

98.6%

Astound Broadband Powered by Wave

1.2 Gbps

50 Mbps

28.8%

DSL
(Covering 82.9% of San Francisco)

AT&T Internet

100 Mbps

20 Mbps

49.3%

Raw Bandwidth Communications

100 Mbps

10 Mbps

69.7%

Fixed Wireless
(Covering 94.6% of San Francisco)

Webpass

1 Gbps

1 Gbps

32.4%

Verizon 5G Home Internet

1 Gbps

50 Mbps

52.1%

Satellite
(Covering 100% of San Francisco)

Viasat Internet

100 Mbps

3 Mbps

100%

Starlink

50 Mbps

10 Mbps

100%

Average download speed in San Francisco:

191 Mbps

Based on 453,988 speed tests

Internet Values of San Francisco Providers

Providers Connection Type Plan Price Download Speeds Up To Internet Value Contact
Sonic Fiber $49.99 per month 10 Gbps $0.00 per Mbps 855-757-6111
AT&T Fiber Fiber $250 per month 5 Gbps $0.05 per Mbps 855-957-4313
Astound Broadband Powered by Wave Cable $80 per month 1.5 Gbps $0.05 per Mbps 800-427-8686
Webpass Fixed $70 per month 1 Gbps $0.07 per Mbps 800-932-7277
Verizon 5G Home Internet Fixed $70 per month 1 Gbps $0.07 per Mbps
Xfinity Cable $85 per month 1.2 Gbps $0.07 per Mbps 844-982-3173
Starlink Satellite $90 per month 220 Mbps $0.41 per Mbps
AT&T Internet DSL $55 per month 100 Mbps $0.55 per Mbps 855-957-4313
Viasat Internet Satellite $119.99 per month 75 Mbps $1.60 per Mbps 844-983-3105
Raw Bandwidth Communications DSL $49.95 per month 20 Mbps $2.50 per Mbps 650-802-8006

Best Internet Provider in San Francisco

  1. Xfinity - Most internet coverage in San Francisco and most Cable availability
  2. AT&T - Most Fiber availability and most DSL availability
  3. Verizon - 5g internet up to 1000 Mbps
  4. Webpass - Fixed wireless up to 1000 Mbps
  5. Viasat - Widely available
  6. HughesNet - Another great satellite internet alternative for those who can't get Cable, Fiber, or DSL
  7. Starlink - Coverage
  8. Always ON - Fixed wireless up to 150 Mbps
  9. T-Mobile Home Internet - 5g internet up to 245 Mbps
  10. Unwired LTD - Fixed wireless up to 70 Mbps
  11. Raw Bandwidth Telecom - DSL up to 100 Mbps
  12. Sonic - Fast download speeds in San Francisco
  13. Wave Broadband - Cable or Fiber up to 2000 Mbps

Fastest Internet Providers in San Francisco

Internet Fees in San Francisco

Common Providers in San Francisco Early Termination Fees Setup and Installation Fees Late Payment Fees Equipment Replacement Fees
AT&T Fiber N/A $99 Up to $9.25 $10 per month
AT&T Internet N/A $149 Up to $6.50 N/A
Xfinity N/A $89.99 Up to $10 $14 per month

San Francisco's Internet Neighborhoods

Neighborhoods in San Francisco, CA

South of Market

No

No

No

South Beach

No

No

No

Mission Bay

No

No

No

Yerba Buena

No

No

No

Mission

No

No

No

Van Ness - Civic Center

No

No

No

Potrero Hill

No

No

No

Financial District

No

No

No

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 San Francisco By Connection

Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 33%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 49%
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 99%
Wave Broadband Cable 1.5 Gbps 29%
Wave Broadband Fiber 2 Gbps 1%
HughesNet Satellite 50 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 100%
Raw Bandwidth Telecom DSL 100 Mbps 70%
Unwired LTD Fixed Wireless 70 Mbps 87%
Sonic Fiber 10 Gbps 42%
Webpass Fixed Wireless 1 Gbps 32%
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps 100%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 245 Mbps 17%
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps 52%
Always ON Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 52%
Provider Connection Download speeds up to Availability
HughesNet Satellite 25 Mbps 100%
Viasat Satellite 100 Mbps 100%
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps 99%
Unwired LTD Fixed Wireless 70 Mbps 87%
Raw Bandwidth Telecom DSL 100 Mbps 70%
AT&T IPBB 100 Mbps 49%
Sonic Fiber 10 Gbps 42%
AT&T Fiber 5 Gbps 33%
Wave Broadband Cable 1.2 Gbps 29%
T-Mobile Home Internet 5G Internet 100 Mbps 17%
Verizon 5G Internet 1 Gbps 52%
Wave Broadband Fiber 1.2 Gbps 1%

Internet Availability by Connection Type in San Francisco

Internet service providers in San Francisco 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 - 99%
Cable - 83%
DSL - 83%

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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