Compare Oakland internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Oakland – 159 Mbps
TN – 130 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Oakland – 92 Mbps
TN – 50 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Oakland.
*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 - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.92%
3 providers - 99.54%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Oakland is comparable to the rest of Tennessee - 98%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Oakland area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Oakland residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 76% of those living in Oakland.
There are five internet providers serving the Oakland area, and 99.92% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Oakland's five internet providers, 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 | 172 Mbps | 183 Mbps | DSL |
Xfinity | 145 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Oakland.
The largest internet providers in Oakland are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Oakland.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Oakland residents, covering 86% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 61% of the area. Oakland’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of Oakland 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Oakland covering 86% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Oakland 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 Oakland, $54.99.
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 Oakland, $2.04.
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 Oakland. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakland's providers, 316 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 most households in Oakland covering 61% 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 Oakland 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 Oakland, $54.99.
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 Oakland, $2.04.
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 Oakland. These download speeds are available to 61% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakland's providers, 316 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 Oakland covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Oakland 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 Oakland, $54.99.
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 Oakland, $2.04.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Oakland. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Oakland's providers, 316 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Oakland, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Oakland, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Oakland and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are higher than average in Oakland at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Oakland at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Oakland residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Oakland with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 86% of households in Oakland. The next fastest internet provider in Oakland is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 61% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in Oakland with plans starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Oakland, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Oakland, covering 61% of the city.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
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.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.