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Internet providers in North Highlands, CA
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North Highlands, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $40 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.491% |
| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 97% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 15 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 72% |
| Consolidated Communications | $25 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 17% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 12 Mbps | Wired | 3.679% |
| Sonic | $40 | 10 - 80 Mbps | DSL | 3.405% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 3.063% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Winters Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?North Highlands internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in North Highlands 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 North Highlands area will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of North Highlands residents. Cable 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 17% of those living in North Highlands.
There are eight internet providers serving the North Highlands area, and 96.12% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among North Highlands's eight internet providers, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in North Highlands
The largest internet providers in North Highlands are AT&T, Xfinity, and Consolidated Communications bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to North Highlands.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all North Highlands residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 72% of the area. North Highlands’s third most-available internet provider, Consolidated Communications, offers fiber-optic to around 17% of North Highlands 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 Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in North Highlands covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in North Highlands 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 lower than the average starting price for internet in North Highlands, $39.16.
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, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Highlands, $0.83.
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 North Highlands. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all North Highlands's providers, 381 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 most households in North Highlands covering 72% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but North Highlands residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in North Highlands, $39.16.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Highlands, $0.83.
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 North Highlands. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all North Highlands's providers, 381 Mbps.
Consolidated Communications fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from Consolidated Communications offers broadband to a limited number of households in North Highlands covering 17% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Consolidated Communications is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout North Highlands than other internet types.
Internet prices for Consolidated Communications start at $25/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in North Highlands, $39.16.
Consolidated Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.50 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in North Highlands, $0.83.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Consolidated Communications offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in North Highlands. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all North Highlands's providers, 381 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of North Highlands, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside North Highlands, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in North Highlands and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in North Highlands at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in North Highlands at $50/mo. for speeds up to 5 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many North Highlands residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in North Highlands?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in North Highlands with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 0.491% of households in North Highlands. The next fastest internet provider in North Highlands is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 72% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in North Highlands?
Consolidated Communications offers the cheapest internet in North Highlands with plans starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in North Highlands, $39.16.
Is fiber internet available in North Highlands?
Consolidated Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in North Highlands, covering 17% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in North Highlands and is available to 0.491% of households.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
What internet providers are available at my address?
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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