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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 79% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 70% |
Volcano Communications Company  | $47.00 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 20% |
| Volcano Communications Company | $47.00 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 16% |
| Volcano Communications Company | $47.00 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Volcano Communications Company | $47.00 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 88% |
| Cal.net | - | 1 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 1.910% |
*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 - 95.53%
2 providers - 75.18%
3 providers - 14.41%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 78%, broadband coverage in the 95642 ZIP code is slightly lower than the rest of California - 93%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 95642 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 78% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 69% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 1.730% of those living in the 95642 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 95642 area, and 75.18% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 95642, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 95642 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Volcano Communications Company bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 95642 ZIP code, covering 79% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 70% of the area. Jackson’s third most-available internet provider, Volcano Communications Company, offers DSL to around 20% of residents in the 95642 ZIP code.
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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 most households in the 95642 ZIP code, covering 79% 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Jackson, $53.39.
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 Jackson, $1.98.
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 95642 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Jackson's providers, 58 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 most households in the 95642 ZIP code, covering 70% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 95642 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 Jackson, $53.39.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Jackson, $1.98.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 95642 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 70% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Jackson's providers, 58 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 Volcano Communications Company offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 95642 ZIP code, covering 20% of the area.
DSL internet from Volcano Communications Company 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 Volcano Communications Company start at $47/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Jackson, $53.39.
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 Jackson, $1.98.
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 95642 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 20% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Jackson's providers, 58 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 95642 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 95642 and the greater Jackson area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Jackson at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Jackson at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 95642 ZIP, 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 Jackson may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 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 Jackson DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 95642 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 79% of households in 95642. The next fastest internet provider in the 95642 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 70% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 95642 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Jackson, $53.39.
Volcano Communications Company is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 95642 ZIP code, covering 11% of the city.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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