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Internet providers in Berkeley, CA
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| AT&T | $40.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.895% |
| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
Sonic Telecom  | $39.99 | - | Wired | 84% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | - | DSL | 50% |
| Google Fiber | $70.00 | 1,000 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 3.049% |
| Unwired Ltd | $49.95 | 10 - 14 Mbps | Wired | 0.008% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Unwired Ltd | $49.95 | 10 - 14 Mbps | Wireless | 13% |
| Etheric Networks | $99.00 | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 9.314% |
*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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Berkeley internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
112427
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.95%
2 providers - 97.92%
3 providers - 84.77%
4+ providers - 9.66%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in Berkeley 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 Berkeley area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Berkeley residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Berkeley, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the Berkeley area, and 97.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Berkeley's eight internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Berkeley
The largest internet providers in Berkeley are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to Berkeley.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Berkeley residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 98% of the area. Berkeley’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 50% of Berkeley residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Berkeley covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Berkeley 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Berkeley, $53.62.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Berkeley, $0.34.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Berkeley. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Berkeley's providers, 471 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Berkeley covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Berkeley 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 Berkeley, $53.62.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Berkeley, $0.34.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Berkeley. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Berkeley's providers, 471 Mbps.
Sonic Telecom DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to about half of households in Berkeley covering 50% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic Telecom uses telephone lines in Berkeley 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 Berkeley, $53.62.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic Telecom offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Berkeley. These download speeds are available to 50% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Berkeley's providers, 471 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Berkeley, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Berkeley, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Berkeley and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Berkeley at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Berkeley at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Berkeley residents, 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 Berkeley may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 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 Berkeley DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Berkeley?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Berkeley with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.895% of households in Berkeley. The next fastest internet provider in Berkeley is Google Fiber, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 3.049% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Berkeley?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Berkeley with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Berkeley, $53.62.
Is fiber internet available in Berkeley?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Berkeley, covering 0.895% of the city.
What are my internet options?
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.
Do I need a new modem for fiber 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.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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