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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 17% |
Wave Broadband  | $40.00 | 5 - 20 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Winters Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| AFES Network Services | $45.00 | 1.5 - 4 Mbps | 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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.91%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Winters 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 Winters area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Winters residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 70% of those living in Winters.
There are six internet providers serving the Winters area, and 99.91% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Winters's six internet providers, prices start at $40 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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| Wave Broadband | 151.0 Mbps | 15.0 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 119.0 Mbps | 105.0 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Winters.
The largest internet providers in Winters are AT&T and Wave Broadband bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Winters.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Winters residents, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 17% of the area. Winters’s third most-available internet provider, Wave Broadband, offers cable to around 100% of Winters residents.
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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 Winters covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Winters 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 Winters, $57.50.
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 Winters, $4.42.
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 Winters. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Winters's providers, 264 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 a limited number of households in Winters covering 17% 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 Winters 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 Winters, $57.50.
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 Winters, $4.42.
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 Winters. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Winters's providers, 264 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 Wave Broadband offers broadband to all households in Winters covering 100% of the area.
Wave Broadband’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Winters residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Wave Broadband start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Winters, $57.50.
Wave Broadband customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 5 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $8.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Winters, $4.42.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Wave Broadband offers download speeds up to 20 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in Winters. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Winters's providers, 264 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Winters, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Winters, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Winters and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Winters at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Winters at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Winters residents, 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 Winters 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 Winters DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Winters with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Winters. The next fastest internet provider in Winters is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 17% of the area.
Wave Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Winters with plans starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Winters, $57.50.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Winters, covering 17% 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.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
*GIG: 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.
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