| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 92% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 11% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | Wired | 62% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | 24 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 33% |
South Valley Internet  | - | 30 - 50 Mbps | DSL | 3.670% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Razzo Link | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Cruzio Internet | $74.95 | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Etheric Networks | - | - | Wireless | 15% |
*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 - 99.23%
2 providers - 94.54%
3 providers - 63.48%
4+ providers - 4.44%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 95065 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 95065 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 54% of those living in the 95065 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 95065 area, and 94.54% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 95065, 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 | 354 Mbps | 354 Mbps | DSL |
| Sonic Telecom | 146 Mbps | 27 Mbps | Wired |
| Etheric Networks | 17 Mbps | 17 Mbps | Wireless |
| Xfinity | 239 Mbps | 23 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Santa Cruz.
The largest internet providers serving the 95065 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 95065 ZIP code, covering 92% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 11% of the area. Santa Cruz’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 95065 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 nearly all households in the 95065 ZIP code, covering 92% 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, $1.80.
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 95065 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santa Cruz's providers, 283 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 95065 ZIP code, covering 11% 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 95065 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, $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, $1.80.
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 95065 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Santa Cruz's providers, 283 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 all households in the 95065 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 95065 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, $1.80.
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 95065 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, 283 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 95065 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 95065 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 95065 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 95065 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 92% of households in 95065. The next fastest internet provider in the 95065 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 11% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 95065 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Santa Cruz, $55.82.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 95065 ZIP code, covering 11% of the city.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
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