Best Internet Providers in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
All 9 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Hillsdale has 9 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Hillsdale.
Ranks compare Hillsdale with the 11 neighborhoods in San Mateo.
The Best Internet in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA at a Glance
Hillsdale Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Astound Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
DSL
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Hillsdale ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA?
XFINITY from Comcast is the highest-rated internet provider in Hillsdale based on 418 California customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Hillsdale?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in Hillsdale, San Mateo
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
- Sonic - fiber coverage map
- Etheric Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
- GeoLinks - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - dsl coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
How Hillsdale Compares to the Rest of San Mateo
Hillsdale's report card score is 7th of 11 and its connectivity index is 2nd of 11.
| Measure | Hillsdale | Rank among neighborhoods in San Mateo | San Mateo | San Mateo County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 83.8% | 8th of 11 | 91.0% | 84.9% | 71.5% | East San Mateo and Sugerloaf (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 4,561 Mbps | 4th of 11 | 5,060 Mbps | 5,175 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Beresford (9,056 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 10.3 | 6th of 11 | 10.4 | 9.7 | 7.1 | Downtown San Mateo (11.7) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.7 | Tied 4th of 11 | 2.7 | 2.9 | 2.7 | East San Mateo (3.2) |
| Workers who work from home | 27% | 4th of 11 | 25% | 25% | 15% | Western Hills (35%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 1st of 11 | 98% | 98% | 96% | Tied with Baywood-Aragon and Downtown San Mateo and 2 more |
| Homes with internet | 99% | Tied 1st of 11 | 96% | 96% | 91% | Tied with Western Hills |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 91% | 1st of 11 | 85% | 85% | 76% | Leads; next is Baywood-Aragon (90%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 94% | 2nd of 11 | 90% | 89% | 81% | Western Hills (98%) |
| Median household income | $166,726 | 5th of 11 | $160,550 | $166,917 | $93,246 | Beresford ($193,754) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | Tied 5th of 11 | 15% | 15% | 16% | North Central San Francisco (23%) |
Fiber reaches 83.8% of homes in Hillsdale, against 91.0% across San Mateo and 84.9% across San Mateo County. Households in Hillsdale are the same size as the US average (2.7 people against 2.7); 27% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $166,726 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Hillsdale
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Hillsdale?
EarthLink Fiber in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
83.8%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,880 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 83.8% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,880 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Hillsdale from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
83.8%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,880 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 83.8% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,880 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in Hillsdale from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Fiber in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
18.0%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 18.0% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
XFINITY Fiber in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
2.9%
Customer Rating:
(300)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 2.9% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Sonic Fiber in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
10,000 Mbps
Sonic offers Fiber service to 2.5% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, Sonic Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Hillsdale?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
99.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
72 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.6% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 72 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
98.9%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
119 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.9% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 119 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
97.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
250 Mbps
Etheric Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.9% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 250 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.3% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 64 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.3% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 64 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
GeoLinks Fixed Wireless in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
33.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
653 Mbps
GeoLinks offers Fixed Wireless service to 33.6% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, GeoLinks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 653 Mbps, with speeds from 200 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for GeoLinks Fixed Wireless.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Hillsdale?
XFINITY Cable in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
97.1%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 97.1% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
81.2%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 81.2% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Hillsdale?
EarthLink DSL in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
64.5%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
71 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 64.5% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 71 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 15 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Hillsdale from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
64.5%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
71 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 64.5% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 71 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 15 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Hillsdale from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband DSL in Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA
Availability:
15.6%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers DSL service to 15.6% of Hillsdale homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband DSL has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
How Hillsdale Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to Hillsdale that have their own pages are all within 3 miles. Among them, East San Mateo has the most homes with fiber (100.0%) and Shoreview the fewest (55.2%); Hillsdale has 83.8%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale (this page) | 14,767 | 83.8% | 4,561 Mbps | 10.3 | A- | 91/100 |
| North Central San Francisco | 14,251 | 97.0% | 3,778 Mbps | 11.6 | A | 85/100 |
| Sugerloaf | 12,452 | 100.0% | 7,792 Mbps | 10.2 | A+ | 80/100 |
| East San Mateo | 12,326 | 100.0% | 5,000 Mbps | 9.2 | A | 90/100 |
| Beresford | 11,386 | 99.7% | 9,056 Mbps | 10.8 | A+ | 85/100 |
| Haywood Park | 8,009 | 94.6% | 4,553 Mbps | 10.8 | A- | 72/100 |
| Baywood-Aragon | 7,281 | 74.4% | 3,672 Mbps | 9.5 | B+ | 82/100 |
| Downtown San Mateo | 6,896 | 92.8% | 3,403 Mbps | 11.7 | A- | 76/100 |
| Marina Lagoon | 6,366 | 79.9% | 4,394 Mbps | 10.5 | A- | 79/100 |
| Shoreview | 5,435 | 55.2% | 3,644 Mbps | 9.7 | B | 75/100 |
| Western Hills | 3,157 | 84.7% | 4,556 Mbps | 8.7 | A- | 94/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Hillsdale?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by XFINITY from Comcast. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, AT&T and EarthLink should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Hillsdale
| Sonic | 10,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| GeoLinks | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Etheric Networks | 250 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Hillsdale Internet Providers
Based on 418 reviews from California internet customers, XFINITY from Comcast is the best internet service provider for Hillsdale residents. XFINITY from Comcast was rated at an average of 3.43 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in California, with 2.50 out of 5 stars and 100.0% coverage in Hillsdale.
At a national level, based on 4739 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Hillsdale Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Hillsdale, California, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Hillsdale Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (3) | (211) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Sonic | (0) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Etheric Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| GeoLinks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Hillsdale
Based on data reported by Hillsdale ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Hillsdale. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 4,104 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with XFINITY from Comcast. This indicates XFINITY reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Hillsdale Speed | California Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XFINITY | (3) | (211) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Sonic | (0) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Etheric Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| GeoLinks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Hillsdale?
Of the providers in Hillsdale, customers rate AT&T the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Hillsdale where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across California or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
AT&T is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Hillsdale, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Hillsdale
| ISP / Tech Type | Hillsdale Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Sonic | (0) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (211) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Etheric Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| GeoLinks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in California
Customer Reviews
A San Mateo, CA Customer
AT&T Fixed Wireless
June 26, 2023 I have tried many different service providers. I am not necessarily happy with ATT's speed, but they have been consistent compared to other providers. I had Comcast, and they were really bad, so ATT is satisfactory. ATT connection is a bit weaker when traveling or in odd locations, which is not surprising but pretty unfortunate.
A San Mateo, CA Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 30, 2023 A San Mateo, CA Customer
XFINITY Cable
May 20, 2023 
A San Mateo, CA Customer
XFINITY Cable
March 16, 2023 The internet works well and has been consistent for a while thus far. We have not had a problem in over 6 months, but during the start of the Covid pandemic the internet was awful. Ever since then we got a new internet box and it has been great.
Steve
ting Fiber
November 13, 2026 Slow, 1/10th the speed they advertised
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Hillsdale?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in Hillsdale is XFINITY.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, XFINITY from Comcast may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Hillsdale is AT&T.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, HughesNet, EarthLink, and AT&T has the broadest coverage in Hillsdale, available to 100.0% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.