| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 21% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 15% |
Consolidated Communications  | $35.00 | 50 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 4.492% |
| 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.89%
2 providers - 99.20%
3 providers - 24.43%
4+ providers - 0.46%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Fair Oaks residents. 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 11% of those living in Fair Oaks.
There are seven internet providers serving the Fair Oaks area, and 99.20% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Fair Oaks's seven 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 | 199.0 Mbps | 17.0 Mbps | Cable |
| Consolidated Communications | 70.0 Mbps | 44.0 Mbps | DSL |
| HughesNet | 18.0 Mbps | 1.0 Mbps | Satellite |
| AT&T | 59.0 Mbps | 34.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Fair Oaks.
The largest internet providers in Fair Oaks are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to Fair Oaks.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Fair Oaks residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 98% of the area. Fair Oaks’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 15% of Fair Oaks 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 nearly all households in Fair Oaks covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks, $49.16.
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 Fair Oaks, $1.49.
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 Fair Oaks. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fair Oaks's providers, 200 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 nearly all households in Fair Oaks covering 98% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks, $49.16.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fair Oaks, $1.49.
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 Fair Oaks. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fair Oaks's providers, 200 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.
DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to a limited number of households in Fair Oaks covering 15% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic Telecom uses telephone lines in Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks, $49.16.
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 Fair Oaks, $1.49.
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 Fair Oaks. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Fair Oaks's providers, 200 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Fair Oaks, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Fair Oaks, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Fair Oaks and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fair Oaks at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Fair Oaks at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Fair Oaks residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Fair Oaks with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Fair Oaks. The next fastest internet provider in Fair Oaks is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Fair Oaks with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fair Oaks, $49.16.
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%.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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