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Internet providers in Fair Oaks, CA
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Fair Oaks, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
Sonic Telecom  | $39.99 | - | Wired | 21% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | - | DSL | 15% |
| Consolidated Communications | $27.00 | 10 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 4.492% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Winters Broadband | $64.00 | 3 - 29 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 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 Oct 13, 2021.
Need help?Fair Oaks internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
30912
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 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Fair Oaks, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
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 $27 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers 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.
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 Oct 13, 2021.
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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Fair Oaks, $43.00.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fair Oaks, $3.07.
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 Fair Oaks. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Fair Oaks's providers, 189 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 Oct 13, 2021.
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, $43.00.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Fair Oaks, $3.07.
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 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, 189 Mbps.
Sonic Telecom 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 Oct 13, 2021.
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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Fair Oaks, $43.00.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic Telecom offers download speeds up to 80 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Fair Oaks. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Fair Oaks's providers, 189 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
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 $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Fair Oaks at $50/mo. for speeds up to 5 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.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Fair Oaks may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Fair Oaks DSL and cable internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Fair Oaks?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Fair Oaks with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Fair Oaks. The next fastest internet provider in Fair Oaks is Sonic Telecom, offering download speeds up to 80 Mbps to 15% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Fair Oaks?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in Fair Oaks with plans starting at $27/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Fair Oaks, $43.00.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
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.
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 should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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