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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| Spectrum | $50.00 |
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Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
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$53.99 | 1,000 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.74%
2 providers - 99.23%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 93311 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of California - 93%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 93311 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 15% of those living in the 93311 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 93311 area, and 99.23% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 93311, prices start at $49.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 93311 ZIP code are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 93311 ZIP code, covering 92% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 11% of the area. Bakersfield’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 93311 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 93311 ZIP code, covering 92% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Bakersfield, $58.79.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bakersfield, $0.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 93311 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bakersfield's providers, 289 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 93311 ZIP code, covering 11% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 93311 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Bakersfield, $58.79.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Bakersfield, $0.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 93311 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Bakersfield's providers, 289 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. As of Feb 14, 2023.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
Spectrum offers a cable and fiber hybrid internet connection with competitive pricing for speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** with no data caps or contracts. Spectrum also offers internet and cable TV bundles.
A modem is included with all Spectrum Internet® plans. Spectrum charges $10/mo. for Advanced WiFi for its lower-tier plan, but it’s included with Spectrum Internet® Gig.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 93311 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 93311 and the greater Bakersfield area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Bakersfield at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Bakersfield at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 93311 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Bakersfield may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Bakersfield cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 93311 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 92% of households in 93311. The next fastest internet provider in the 93311 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 11% of the area.
Spectrum offers the cheapest internet with service starting at $50.00/mo. for 500 Mbps*, which is significantly less than the 300 Mbps plans from other providers.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 93311 ZIP code, covering 11% of the city.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
*Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
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