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Internet providers in Capitola, CA

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Capitola, CA internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsDSL98%
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 MbpsFiber-optic0.611%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable7.854%
Spectrum $49.99 300 - 1,000 Mbps **Cable99%
Sonic Telecom $39.99 24 - 1,000 MbpsWired74%
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Capitola internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in Capitola 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 Capitola area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Capitola 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 50% of those living in Capitola.

There are nine internet providers serving the Capitola area, and 97.93% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Capitola's nine internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Capitola

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Etheric Networks 59.0 Mbps 37.0 Mbps Wireless
Spectrum 186.0 Mbps 15.0 Mbps Cable
AT&T 258.0 Mbps 218.0 Mbps DSL
Xfinity 10.0 Mbps 5.0 Mbps Cable
Sonic Telecom 2.0 Mbps 1.0 Mbps Wired

Top high-speed internet providers in Capitola

The largest internet providers in Capitola are AT&T, Spectrum, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to Capitola.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Capitola residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 99% of the area. Capitola’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 59% of Capitola residents.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

98%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Capitola covering 98% of the area.

DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Capitola 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 Capitola, $54.99.

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 Capitola, $0.72.

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 Capitola. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Capitola's providers, 284 Mbps.

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Spectrum cable internet

Provider
Spectrum
Starting price*
$49.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps**

(wireless speeds may vary)

Max upload speed

5 Mbps

Average availability

99%

Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Capitola covering 99% of the area.

Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Capitola residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Capitola, $54.99.

Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Capitola, $0.72.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Capitola. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Capitola's providers, 284 Mbps.

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Sonic Telecom DSL internet

Provider

Sonic Telecom

Starting price*
$39.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

4 Mbps

Average availability

59%

DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to about half of households in Capitola covering 59% of the area.

DSL internet from Sonic Telecom uses telephone lines in Capitola 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 Capitola, $54.99.

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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Capitola, $0.72.

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 Capitola. These download speeds are available to 59% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Capitola's providers, 284 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you live in the heart of Capitola, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Capitola, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Capitola and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Capitola at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Capitola at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Capitola residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet provider frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Capitola with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Capitola. The next fastest internet provider in Capitola is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 0.611% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Capitola with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Capitola, $54.99.

AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Capitola, covering 0.611% of the city.

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.

Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.

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