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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 65% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 79% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 65% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 65% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Cruzio Internet  | $74.95 | - | Wireless | 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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 78.72%
3 providers - 64.54%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 95064 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 95064 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 65% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Santa Cruz, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the 95064 area, and 64.54% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 95064, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 95064 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Sonic Telecom bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 95064 ZIP code, covering 65% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 79% of the area. Santa Cruz’s third most-available internet provider, Sonic Telecom, offers DSL to around 65% of residents in the 95064 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 95064 ZIP code, covering 65% 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, $55.82.
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, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Santa Cruz, $1.92.
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 0.128 Mbps in 95064 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 65% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santa Cruz's providers, 61 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to most households in the 95064 ZIP code, covering 79% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 95064 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, $55.82.
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 Santa Cruz, $1.92.
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 95064 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 79% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santa Cruz's providers, 61 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from Sonic Telecom offers broadband to most households in the 95064 ZIP code, covering 65% of the area.
DSL internet from Sonic Telecom 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 Sonic Telecom start at $39.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Santa Cruz, $55.82.
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 Santa Cruz, $1.92.
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 2 Mbps in 95064 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 65% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santa Cruz's providers, 61 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 95064 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 95064 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 95064 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Santa Cruz may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Santa Cruz cable and DSL internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 95064 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 65% of households in 95064. The next fastest internet provider in the 95064 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps to 79% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 95064 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Santa Cruz, $55.82.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
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%.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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