| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 24% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 5.920% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 82% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 54% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Razzo Link  | - | 5 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Cruzio Internet | $74.95 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | - | 15 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 18% |
*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.
**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.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.44%
3 providers - 81.67%
4+ providers - 13.47%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 95062 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 95062 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL 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 78% of those living in the 95062 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 95062 area, and 99.44% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 95062, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 95062 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 95062 ZIP code, covering 99% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 24% of the area. Santa Cruz’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 95062 ZIP code.
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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 all households in the 95062 ZIP code, covering 99% 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 Santa Cruz, $54.99.
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 Santa Cruz, $0.72.
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 95062 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santa Cruz's providers, 286 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 95062 ZIP code, covering 24% 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 95062 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 Santa Cruz, $54.99.
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 Santa Cruz, $0.72.
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 95062 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 24% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santa Cruz's providers, 286 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 the 95062 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 95062 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 Santa Cruz, $54.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Santa Cruz, $0.72.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 95062 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santa Cruz's providers, 286 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 95062 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 95062 and the greater Santa Cruz area. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Santa Cruz at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Santa Cruz at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 95062 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 95062 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in 95062. The next fastest internet provider in the 95062 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 24% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 95062 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Santa Cruz, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 95062 ZIP code, covering 24% of the city.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
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Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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