Compare Ione internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Ione – 26 Mbps
CA – 102 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Ione – 10 Mbps
CA – 28 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ione.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
Volcano Communications Company | $47.00 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Volcano Communications Company | $47.00 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 21% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Cal.net | - | 1 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 98% |
Volcano Communications Company | $47.00 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 21% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 97.19%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in Ione 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 Ione area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Ione residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 21% of those living in Ione.
There are five internet providers serving the Ione area, and 97.19% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ione's five internet providers, prices start at $47 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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AT&T | 11 Mbps | 1 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ione.
The largest internet providers in Ione are AT&T and Volcano Communications Company bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to Ione.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Ione residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Volcano Communications Company, which covers 100% of the area. Ione’s third most-available internet provider, Volcano Communications Company, offers fiber-optic to around 21% of Ione 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Ione covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Ione 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Ione, $59.25.
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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ione, $3.12.
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 0.768 Mbps in Ione. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ione's providers, 30 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Volcano Communications Company offers broadband to all households in Ione covering 100% of the area.
Volcano Communications Company’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Ione residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Volcano Communications Company start at $47/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ione, $59.25.
Volcano Communications Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.70 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ione, $3.12.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Volcano Communications Company offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in Ione. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Ione's providers, 30 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from Volcano Communications Company offers broadband to some, but not many households in Ione covering 21% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Volcano Communications Company is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Ione than other internet types.
Internet prices for Volcano Communications Company start at $47/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Ione, $59.25.
Volcano Communications Company customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.70 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ione, $3.12.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Volcano Communications Company offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Ione. These download speeds are available to 21% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Ione's providers, 30 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Ione, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Ione, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Ione and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Ione at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Ione at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Ione residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Ione with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Ione. The next fastest internet provider in Ione is Cal.net , offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Volcano Communications Company offers the cheapest internet in Ione with plans starting at $47/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ione, $59.25.
Volcano Communications Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Ione, covering 21% of the city.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.