Internet providers in 95966

95966 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps DSL 77%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 Mbps Cable 78%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 Mbps Satellite 100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 Mbps Satellite 100%
DigitalPath $62.95 3 - 10 Mbps Wireless 60%
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95966 internet service at a glance

At 87%, broadband coverage in the 95966 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 95966 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 84% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 78% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.090% of those living in the 95966 ZIP code.

There are six internet providers serving the 95966 area, and 73.69% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 95966, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 95966

The largest internet providers serving the 95966 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 most in the 95966 ZIP code, covering 77% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 78% of the area. Oroville’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 95966 ZIP code.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

0.768 Mbps

Average availability

77%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 95966 ZIP code, covering 77% 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 Oroville, $53.82.

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, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Oroville, $2.83.

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 95966 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 77% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oroville's providers, 176 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

78%

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to most households in the 95966 ZIP code, covering 78% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 95966 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 Oroville, $53.82.

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 Oroville, $2.83.

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 95966 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oroville's providers, 176 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 95966 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 95966 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 Oroville, $53.82.

HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Oroville, $2.83.

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 95966 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Oroville's providers, 176 Mbps.

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Internet providers in 95966 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 95966 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 77% of households in 95966. The next fastest internet provider in the 95966 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 78% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 95966 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Oroville, $53.82.

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.

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.

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.

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%.