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Shop the best California internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, DSL and cable providers in your area.
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CenturyLink | $65.00 | 20 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.208% |
CenturyLink | $45.00 | 20 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
Co-Mo Comm | $49.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 100% |
Sho-Me Technologies | - | - | Fiber-optic | 4.373% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 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 Oct 13, 2021.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.12%
3 providers - 5.15%
4+ providers - 0.10%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in California is slightly higher than the rest of Missouri - 90%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the California area will have access to fiber-optic, which covers 100% of California residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No cable providers are currently available in California, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the California area, and 99.12% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among California's five internet providers, prices start at $45 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in California are CenturyLink, Co-Mo Comm , and HughesNet bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and satellite options to California.
DSL internet from CenturyLink is available to nearly all California residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Co-Mo Comm , which covers 100% of the area. California’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of California residents.
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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 Oct 13, 2021.
DSL from CenturyLink offers broadband to nearly all households in California covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from CenturyLink uses telephone lines in California 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 CenturyLink start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in California, $51.23.
CenturyLink customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 20 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.25 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in California, $1.16.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, CenturyLink offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in California. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all California's providers, 291 Mbps.
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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Fiber-optic from Co-Mo Comm offers broadband to all households in California covering 100% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Co-Mo Comm is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout California than other internet types.
Internet prices for Co-Mo Comm start at $49.95/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in California, $51.23.
Co-Mo Comm customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.50 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in California, $1.16.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Co-Mo Comm offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in California. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all California's providers, 291 Mbps.
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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 Oct 13, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in California covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of California 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in California, $51.23.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in California, $1.16.
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 California. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all California's providers, 291 Mbps.
Co-Mo Comm is the fastest internet provider in California with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in California. The next fastest internet provider in California is Sho-Me Technologies , offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 4.373% of the area.
CenturyLink offers the cheapest internet in California with plans starting at $45/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in California, $51.23.
Co-Mo Comm is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in California, covering 100% of the city. Sho-Me Technologies also offers fiber internet in California and is available to 4.373% of households.
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.
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.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.