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Overview of internet satisfaction and availability in California
California is flush with internet options. AT&T, Spectrum, and Xfinity are the biggest providers, giving much of the Golden State access to high speeds and reliable service through fiber and cable connections. You can tap into the record-setting speeds of Google Fiber in San Francisco and San Diego, while other parts of the state have access to innovative, cost-saving services like T-Mobile 5G Home Internet and Starry Internet.
Internet providers received an average satisfaction rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars from customers in California.
That ranks California 32nd nationwide for internet customer satisfaction.
Learn more about our methodologyInternet customer satisfaction in California
3.7/5 average customer satisfaction rating
32nd
national ranking for customer satisfaction
$101.03 average price per payment for internet, per household
89.2% of the time, advertised speeds meet household needs
3.6/5 average customer service rating of internet services
3.7/5 average reliability rating of services state-wide
Population:
39,664,128 people
2.83 average people per household
$81,605 average income per household
41 average age per household
54% of population employed
3% higher than national average
Ranked 24th nationally
10% higher than national average
Ranked 9th nationally
15% higher than national average
Ranked 28th nationally
6% higher than national average
Ranked 14th nationally
Fastest internet providers in California
| Provider | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Availability | Order online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotwire Communications | 388.15 Mbps | 342.41 Mbps | 50% | View Plans for Hotwire Communications |
| Ting | 227.09 Mbps | 220.59 Mbps | 43.16% | View Plans for Ting |
| Cox Communications | 196.94 Mbps | 29.44 Mbps | 95.98% | View Plans for Cox Communications |
| XFINITY | 190.21 Mbps | 21.55 Mbps | 95.8% | View Plans for Xfinity |
| Google Fiber Webpass | 185.03 Mbps | 183.57 Mbps | 38.08% | View Plans for Google Fiber Webpass |
Internet by tech type
| Internet tech type | Avg download speed | % of people with access | % availability | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Home | 229.36 Mbps | 93.37% | 95.16% | See all providers |
| Cable | 920.45 Mbps | 85.87% | 92.32% | See all providers |
| DSL | 333.53 Mbps | 62.12% | 83.22% | See all providers |
| Fiber | 3963.57 Mbps | 81.74% | 84.65% | See all providers |
| Fixed Wireless | 163.73 Mbps | 48.58% | 84.03% | See all providers |
| LTE Home | 99 Mbps | 44.53% | 99% | See all providers |
| Satellite | 63.86 Mbps | 93.38% | 100% | See all providers |
Best cities for internet in California
Cities in California with the fastest internet
| City | Avg download speed | Avg upload speed | Fiber availability | Fastest provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Linda | 272.6 Mbps | 259.88 Mbps | 76% | AT&T |
| El Cerrito | 270.24 Mbps | 74.75 Mbps | 82% | XFINITY |
| Beaumont | 267.23 Mbps | 184.3 Mbps | 100% | Frontier |
| Walnut | 265.51 Mbps | 291.23 Mbps | 86% | Frontier |
| Paradise | 253.03 Mbps | 89.95 Mbps | 68% | XFINITY |
| Winchester | 250.39 Mbps | 235.92 Mbps | 100% | Frontier |
| El Segundo | 242.49 Mbps | 100.55 Mbps | 87% | CenturyLink |
| Calexico | 240.91 Mbps | 18.11 Mbps | 95% | Spectrum |
Rio Linda is the best city in California for internet, shooting to the top of the list thanks to a combination of record-setting average download speeds, wide fiber-optic internet availability, and the presence of a reliable and well-rated internet provider. El Cerrito and Beaumont also earn top rankings, according to our data.
The most connected cities in California
| City | Population | Percent with access to high speed internet | Percent with access to fiber internet | Percent with access to 3+ providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | 3,792,484 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Sacramento | 810,887 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| San Diego | 1,357,915 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| San Jose | 1,050,464 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| San Francisco | 875,107 | 100% | 95% | 100% |
| Fresno | 605,402 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Oakland | 415,181 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Long Beach | 476,605 | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Los Angeles is the most internet-connected city in California. Los Angeles makes it to the top of the list due to the high number of its residents who have access not only to high-speed internet, but also to fiber internet specifically. A large number of Los Angeles's residents also have access to three or more internet providers—an uncommon number of options compared to the rest of the state. Sacramento and San Diego also make it to the top of our list.
Top cities in California
Los Angeles
Population: 3,792,484
Median income: $74,053
97.73 Mbps
avg. download speed
39.73 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
San Diego
Population: 1,357,915
Median income: $93,741
153.68 Mbps
avg. download speed
56.17 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
San Jose
Population: 1,050,464
Median income: $132,448
140.52 Mbps
avg. download speed
59.17 Mbps
avg. upload speed
100% have access to high speed internet
100% have access to fiber internet
100% have access to 3 or more providers
Methodology
HighSpeedInternet.com relies on proprietary and exclusive data to analyze the customer and provider trends presented on this page. We analyze millions of results from our speed test tool to determine average statewide speeds, fastest speeds, and availability. Our annual customer satisfaction survey provides us with data for developing the satisfaction rating. We also draw from data provided to us directly by internet providers to determine available tech types and average speeds.
California FAQs
Which is the best internet provider in California?
Spectrum is the best internet provider in California. This cable provider has the widest availability out of all the providers in the state, and it gets you fast speeds at a reasonable price. As an added plus, you don’t have to sign an annual contract and you get unlimited data.
Which internet provider is best in my area?
Spectrum is likely the best internet provider in your area. The cable provider is available in over half of the state and gets you excellent speeds for fair pricing. If you can’t get Spectrum in your area, then Xfinity and AT&T are the other two best options, since both have affordable and reliable service.
What is the cheapest and fastest Wi-Fi in California?
Xfinity is the cheapest and fastest Wi-Fi provider in California. The cable internet provider has some of the lowest-priced plans in the entire state, with prices starting at under $25 a month, but its bottom-tier plans still deliver enough bandwidth for a small or mid-sized household.