Compare 95616 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Davis – 130 Mbps
CA – 102 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Davis – 28 Mbps
CA – 28 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Davis.
Internet providers in 95616
Internet providers in your area
95616 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 94% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 58% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 35% |
Wave Broadband  | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 3.260% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Winters Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?95616 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
32617
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.25%
2 providers - 93.41%
3 providers - 58.71%
4+ providers - 2.60%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in the 95616 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 95616 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 21% of those living in the 95616 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 95616 area, and 93.41% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 95616, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Davis
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wave Broadband | 369 Mbps | 6 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 111 Mbps | 61 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 439 Mbps | 107 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Davis.
Top high-speed internet providers in 95616
The largest internet providers serving the 95616 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 95616 ZIP code, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 94% of the area. Davis’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 35% of residents in the 95616 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 95616 ZIP code, covering 97% 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 $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Davis, $49.99.
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 Davis, $2.00.
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 95616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Davis's providers, 242 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 95616 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 95616 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 Davis, $49.99.
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 Davis, $2.00.
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 95616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Davis's providers, 242 Mbps.
Sonic Telecom DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 95616 ZIP code, covering 35% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic Telecom 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 Telecom start at $39.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Davis, $49.99.
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 Davis, $2.00.
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 95616 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 35% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Davis's providers, 242 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 95616 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 95616 and the greater Davis area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Davis at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Davis at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 95616 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 95616 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 95616 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in 95616. The next fastest internet provider in the 95616 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 94% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 95616 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Davis, $49.99.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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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