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Internet providers in 94517
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?94517 internet service at a glance
At 95%, broadband coverage in the 94517 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 94517 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 95% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Clayton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 94517 area, and 94.88% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 94517, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 94517
The largest internet providers serving the 94517 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 94517 ZIP code, covering 95% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 95% of the area. Clayton’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic, offers DSL to around 12% of residents in the 94517 ZIP code.
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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 94517 ZIP code, covering 95% 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Clayton, $46.66.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clayton, $1.04.
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 94517 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 242 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 94517 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 94517 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 Clayton, $46.66.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clayton, $1.04.
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 94517 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 242 Mbps.
Sonic 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from Sonic offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 94517 ZIP code, covering 12% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic 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 Sonic start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Clayton, $46.66.
Sonic customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Clayton, $1.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in 94517 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Clayton's providers, 242 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 94517 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 94517 and the greater Clayton area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Clayton at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Clayton at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 94517 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 94517 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 94517?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 94517 ZIP code with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in 94517. The next fastest internet provider in the 94517 ZIP code is Wave Broadband, offering download speeds up to 250 Mbps to 2.673% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 94517?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 94517 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Clayton, $46.66.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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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.
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