| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 23% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Etheric Networks  | - | 15 - 160 Mbps | Wireless | 9.386% |
*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 - 99.93%
2 providers - 97.75%
3 providers - 31.00%
4+ providers - 12.71%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Orinda 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 Orinda area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Orinda residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 73% of those living in Orinda.
There are six internet providers serving the Orinda area, and 97.75% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Orinda's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 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 | 256.0 Mbps | 128.0 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 186.0 Mbps | 22.0 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Orinda.
The largest internet providers in Orinda are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to Orinda.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Orinda residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Orinda’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 13% of Orinda 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Orinda covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Orinda 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 Orinda, $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 Orinda, $1.79.
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 10 Mbps in Orinda. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Orinda's providers, 236 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 all households in Orinda covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Orinda 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 Orinda, $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 Orinda, $1.79.
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 Orinda. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Orinda's providers, 236 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 Sonic Telecom offers broadband to a limited number of households in Orinda covering 13% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic Telecom uses telephone lines in Orinda 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 Sonic Telecom start at $39.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Orinda, $51.99.
Sonic Telecom customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.67 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Orinda, $1.79.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Sonic Telecom offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 4 Mbps in Orinda. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Orinda's providers, 236 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Orinda, you’ll likely have options from cable and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Orinda, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Orinda and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Orinda at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Orinda at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Orinda residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Orinda with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Orinda. The next fastest internet provider in Orinda is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Orinda with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Orinda, $51.99.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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.
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.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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