Compare 94603 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Oakland – 244 Mbps
CA – 102 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Oakland – 165 Mbps
CA – 28 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Oakland.
Internet providers in 94603
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94603 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 28% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 26% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 20% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Etheric Networks  | - | - | Wireless | 12% |
*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?94603 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
14247
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 100%
3 providers - 29.20%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 94603 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 94603 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 95% of those living in the 94603 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 94603 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 94603, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Oakland
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic Telecom | 550 Mbps | 622 Mbps | Wired |
| Xfinity | 167 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 200 Mbps | 132 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Oakland.
Top high-speed internet providers in 94603
The largest internet providers serving the 94603 ZIP code are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 94603 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 28% of the area. Oakland’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 94603 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 all households in the 94603 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Oakland, $51.99.
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 Oakland, $1.68.
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 94603 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakland's providers, 441 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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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 AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 94603 ZIP code, covering 28% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 94603 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Oakland, $51.99.
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 Oakland, $1.68.
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 1,000 Mbps in 94603 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 28% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakland's providers, 441 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 94603 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 94603 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 Oakland, $51.99.
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 Oakland, $1.68.
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 94603 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakland's providers, 441 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 94603 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 94603 and the greater Oakland area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Oakland at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Oakland at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 94603 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 94603 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 94603 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 94603. The next fastest internet provider in the 94603 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 28% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 94603 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Oakland, $51.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 94603 ZIP code, covering 28% of the city.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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