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Internet providers in 94542
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94542 internet providers
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 40 Mbps | DSL | 16% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 12 Mbps | Wired | 16% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 10% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Cruzio Internet | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Tekify, LLC | - | - | Wireless | 94% |
| Etheric Networks | $85 | 5 - 120 Mbps | Wireless | 15% |
*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?94542 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 94542 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 94542 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. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Hayward, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are nine internet providers serving the 94542 area, and 99.31% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 94542, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 94542
The largest internet providers serving the 94542 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 94542 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 99% of the area. Hayward’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic, offers DSL to around 16% of residents in the 94542 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 94542 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 Hayward, $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, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hayward, $1.64.
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 94542 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Hayward's providers, 214 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 94542 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 94542 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 Hayward, $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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hayward, $1.64.
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 94542 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Hayward's providers, 214 Mbps.
Sonic DSL internet
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DSL from Sonic offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 94542 ZIP code, covering 16% 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 Hayward, $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 Hayward, $1.64.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic offers download speeds up to 40 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 94542 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 16% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Hayward's providers, 214 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 94542 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 94542 and the greater Hayward area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Hayward at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are about average in Hayward at $50/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 94542 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 94542 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 94542?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 94542 ZIP code with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 94542. The next fastest internet provider in the 94542 ZIP code is Etheric Networks, offering download speeds up to 120 Mbps to 15% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 94542?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 94542 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hayward, $49.16.
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