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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 76% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
DigitalPath  | $62.95 | 3 - 10 Mbps | Wireless | 34% |
*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 - 99.89%
2 providers - 76.16%
3 providers - 0.08%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Chico 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 Chico area will have access to cable, which covers 93% of Chico residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 39% of those living in Chico.
There are five internet providers serving the Chico area, and 76.16% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Chico's five 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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| Xfinity | 175.0 Mbps | 16.0 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 196.0 Mbps | 146.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Chico.
The largest internet providers in Chico are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Chico.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Chico residents, covering 76% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Chico’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Chico 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 most households in Chico covering 76% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Chico 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 Chico, $56.58.
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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chico, $2.83.
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 0.768 Mbps in Chico. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chico's providers, 213 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 all households in Chico covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Chico 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 Chico, $56.58.
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 Chico, $2.83.
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 Chico. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Chico's providers, 213 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Chico covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Chico where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Chico, $56.58.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Chico, $2.83.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Chico. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Chico's providers, 213 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Chico with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 76% of households in Chico. The next fastest internet provider in Chico is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Chico with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Chico, $56.58.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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