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Internet providers in Sonoma, CA
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Sonoma, CA internet providers
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | - | Wired | 7.684% |
| Sonic Telecom | $39.99 | - | DSL | 5.583% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Winters Broadband | $64.00 | 3 - 29 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Need help?Sonoma internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
10684
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.64%
2 providers - 98.99%
3 providers - 5.58%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Sonoma 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 Sonoma area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Sonoma residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 99% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Sonoma, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Sonoma area, and 98.99% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Sonoma's six internet providers, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 987 Mbps.
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Top high-speed internet providers in Sonoma
The largest internet providers in Sonoma are AT&T, Xfinity, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Sonoma.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Sonoma residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Sonoma’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Sonoma residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Sonoma covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Sonoma 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Sonoma, $45.66.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sonoma, $3.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Sonoma. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sonoma's providers, 228 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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*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. Speeds may vary. As of Feb 22, 2021.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in Sonoma covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Sonoma 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 Sonoma, $45.66.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sonoma, $3.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Sonoma. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Sonoma's providers, 228 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Sonoma covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Sonoma 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Sonoma, $45.66.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Sonoma, $3.04.
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 Sonoma. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Sonoma's providers, 228 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Sonoma?
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Sonoma with download speeds up to 987 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Sonoma. The next fastest internet provider in Sonoma is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 75 Mbps to 98% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Sonoma?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Sonoma with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Sonoma, $45.66.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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