7 Best Internet Providers in 95821, CA

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Above are the top 4 providers in 95821, CA for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your zip.

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Who is the Best Internet Provider in 95821, CA?

Fidium Fiber is the best internet provider in 95821 based on California customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Fidium Fiber had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 95821, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Fidium Fiber is an option for 93.86% of the zip.

The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 95821, California, and customers throughout the country.

Top Rated Internet Providers in 95821

Local, State, and National Ratings for all 95821 Internet Providers

Based on 359 reviews from California internet customers, Fidium Fiber is the best internet service provider for 95821 residents. Fidium Fiber was rated at an average of 4.22 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in California, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 99.3% coverage in 95821.

At a national level, based on 4206 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.04 out of 5.

Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 95821?

According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Fidium Fiber. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, EarthLink and AT&T should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.

Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 95821

	ISP / Tech Type	Max Advertised Speed
	AT&T	5,000 Mbps
	EarthLink	5,000 Mbps
	Fidium Fiber	2,000 Mbps
	XFINITY from Comcast	2,000 Mbps
	Verizon	300 Mbps
	Succeed.Net	100 Mbps
	T-Mobile Home Internet	100 Mbps
	Viasat	100 Mbps
	HughesNet	25 Mbps

Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 95821

Based on data reported by 95821 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through EarthLink and AT&T. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in 95821. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 3,402 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.

Additionally, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Fidium Fiber. This indicates Fidium reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.

Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 95821?

California customers rate Fidium Fiber as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.

Fidium Fiber received a local rating of 4.33 out of 5, which is about average for the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 95821 customers with an average price rating of 4.18 out of 5.

The chart and graph below show how customers in 95821, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.

Rated Affordability in 95821

95821 Internet Health Assessment

ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the zip and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for 95821 below, including the metrics used and how 95821 compares to the rest of California and nation.

95821 ISP Report Card: A

	Metric (hover for details)	95821	California	USA
	Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 95821 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home.	96.18%	56.12%	67.25%
	Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area.	3,988 Mbps	3,631 Mbps	3,293 Mbps
	Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for 95821.	9.1	7.4	6.8

 

95821 Digital Connectivity Index: 68 / 100

	Metric (hover for details)	95821	California	USA
	Average Household SizeA larger household size in a zip indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion.	2.5	3.0	2.7
	Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city.	18%	15%	14%
	Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households.	95%	96%	95%
	Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives.	91%	93%	90%
	Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households.	75%	78%	75%
	Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service.	75%	79%	76%

95821 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index

The ISP Report Card in 95821 is A, which is better than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 95821 is high with a score of 68 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 95821 have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.

The 95821 ISP Report Card evaluates the zip on availability and speed metrics compared to other zip codes in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a zip needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.

91% of 95821 households have an internet connection despite having 100.00% availability. 75% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.

As you can see in the table above, while 75% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 75% subscribe to it. A large amount of 95821 residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.

For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.

How do Neighboring Zip Codes Compare to 95821?

How Much Speed does a 95821 Household Need?

Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 95821 is 2.5, which is smaller than the California average of 3.0 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. 95821's average household income is $72,333 which is lower than the California average of $108,618 and about average for the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.

95821 also has 12% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the California average of 17%. Additionally, 18% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 15% of residents in California who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of 95821 has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.

Compared to the rest of the country, 95821 households are more technology-engaged. 95% of households have some sort of computing device, 82% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 92% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.

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Which ISP Should You Choose in 95821?

The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:

• The best all-around internet service provider in 95821 is Fidium.
• The fastest internet provider should be EarthLink and AT&T. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Fidium Fiber may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
• The most affordable internet provider in 95821 is Fidium.
• XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in 95821, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.

How does 95821 compare to other cities with a similar population?

To see how 95821 stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to 95821's A ISP Report Card and 68 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.