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Shop the best California internet providers. Compare internet plan pricing and speeds from DSL, cable and fiber-optic providers in your area.
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Verizon  | - | - | DSL | 97% |
| Armstrong | $34.95 | 12 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 88% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 15% |
| Telephone Operating Company of Vermont | $34.95 | 24 - 50 Mbps | Cable | 13% |
| Atlantic Broadband | $39.99 | 50 - 120 Mbps | Cable | 1.698% |
| HughesNet | $49.99 | 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 Jun 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.15%
2 providers - 85.92%
3 providers - 16.89%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in California is comparable to the rest of Pennsylvania - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the California area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of California residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in California, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the California area, and 85.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among California's six internet providers, prices start at $34.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Verizon | 23 Mbps | 5 Mbps | DSL |
| Armstrong | 132 Mbps | 13 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in California.
The largest internet providers in California are Armstrong and Telephone Operating Company of Vermont bringing cable and DSL options to California.
Cable internet from Armstrong is available to nearly all California residents, covering 88% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, which covers 15% of the area. California’s third most-available internet provider, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont, offers cable to around 13% 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 Jun 27, 2022.
Cable from Armstrong offers broadband to nearly all households in California covering 88% of the area.
Armstrong’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but California residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Armstrong start at $34.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in California, $41.98.
Armstrong customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.91 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in California, $1.45.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Armstrong offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 25 Mbps in California. These download speeds are available to 88% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all California's providers, 246 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 Jun 27, 2022.
DSL from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to a limited number of households in California covering 15% of the area.
DSL internet from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont 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 Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $34.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in California, $41.98.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.46 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in California, $1.45.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in California. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all California's providers, 246 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 Jun 27, 2022.
Cable from Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers broadband to a limited number of households in California covering 13% of the area.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but California residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Telephone Operating Company of Vermont start at $34.95/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in California, $41.98.
Telephone Operating Company of Vermont customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 24 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.46 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in California, $1.45.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Telephone Operating Company of Vermont offers download speeds up to 50 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in California. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all California's providers, 246 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of California, you’ll likely have options from DSL and cable internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside California, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in California and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in California at $49.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in California at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many California residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Armstrong is the fastest internet provider in California with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 88% of households in California. The next fastest internet provider in California is Atlantic Broadband, offering download speeds up to 120 Mbps to 1.698% of the area.
Armstrong offers the cheapest internet in California with plans starting at $34.95/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in California, $41.98.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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%.
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.
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