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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 25% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 15% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Winters Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 99% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.32%
2 providers - 97.66%
3 providers - 33.45%
4+ providers - 0.73%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Benicia 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 Benicia area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Benicia residents. 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 34% of those living in Benicia.
There are six internet providers serving the Benicia area, and 97.66% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Benicia's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Sonic Telecom | 23.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Wired |
| AT&T | 128.0 Mbps | 53.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 6.0 Mbps | 4.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Benicia.
The largest internet providers in Benicia are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to Benicia.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Benicia residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 98% of the area. Benicia’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 15% of Benicia residents.
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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 Benicia covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Benicia 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 Benicia, $51.99.
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 Benicia, $1.79.
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 Benicia. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Benicia's providers, 241 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Benicia covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Benicia residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Benicia, $51.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benicia, $1.79.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Benicia. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Benicia's providers, 241 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.
DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to a limited number of households in Benicia covering 15% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic Telecom uses telephone lines in Benicia 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 Sonic Telecom start at $39.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Benicia, $51.99.
Sonic Telecom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.67 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Benicia, $1.79.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic Telecom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Benicia. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Benicia's providers, 241 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Benicia, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Benicia, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Benicia and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Benicia at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Benicia at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Benicia residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Benicia with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Benicia. The next fastest internet provider in Benicia is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Benicia with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Benicia, $51.99.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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