Compare 93638 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Madera – 118 Mbps
CA – 102 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Madera – 18 Mbps
CA – 28 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Madera.
Internet providers in 93638
93638 internet providers
*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.
Need help?93638 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
25218
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 96.31%
2 providers - 85.94%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 96%, broadband coverage in the 93638 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 93638 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 93% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 5.240% of those living in the 93638 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 93638 area, and 85.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 93638, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Madera
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 83 Mbps | 44 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 140 Mbps | 12 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Madera.
Top high-speed internet providers in 93638
The largest internet providers serving the 93638 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 93638 ZIP code, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 94% of the area. Madera’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 93638 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 93638 ZIP code, covering 89% 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 Madera, $54.79.
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 Madera, $0.25.
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 93638 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Madera's providers, 424 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 93638 ZIP code, covering 94% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 93638 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 Madera, $54.79.
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 Madera, $0.25.
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 93638 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Madera's providers, 424 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 93638 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 93638 ZIP where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Madera, $54.79.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Madera, $0.25.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 93638 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Madera's providers, 424 Mbps.
Internet providers in 93638 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 93638 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in 93638. The next fastest internet provider in the 93638 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 3.160% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 93638 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Madera, $54.79.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 93638 ZIP code, covering 3.160% of the city.
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%.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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