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Internet providers in 94530
Find internet providers serving the 94530 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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94530 internet providers
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| AT&T | $40 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.162% |
| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 12 Mbps | Wired | 19% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 18% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 4.426% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Unwired Ltd. | - | - | Wireless | 12% |
| Etheric Networks | $85 | 5 - 120 Mbps | Wireless | 8.332% |
*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?94530 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 94530 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 94530 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.160% of those living in the 94530 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 94530 area, and 98.77% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 94530, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 94530
The largest internet providers serving the 94530 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 94530 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. El Cerrito’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic, offers DSL to around 18% of residents in the 94530 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 all households in the 94530 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 El Cerrito, $49.16.
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 El Cerrito, $1.07.
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 94530 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all El Cerrito's providers, 387 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 all households in the 94530 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 94530 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 El Cerrito, $49.16.
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 El Cerrito, $1.07.
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 94530 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all El Cerrito's providers, 387 Mbps.
Sonic DSL internet
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DSL from Sonic offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 94530 ZIP code, covering 18% 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 El Cerrito, $49.16.
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 El Cerrito, $1.07.
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 94530 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 18% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all El Cerrito's providers, 387 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 94530 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 94530 and the greater El Cerrito area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in El Cerrito at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in El Cerrito at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 94530 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 94530 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 94530?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 94530 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 3.162% of households in 94530. The next fastest internet provider in the 94530 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 99% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 94530?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 94530 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in El Cerrito, $49.16.
Is fiber internet available in 94530?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 94530 ZIP code, covering 3.162% of the city.
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%.
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.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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