Best Internet Providers in 96150, CA
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in 96150, CA
96150 has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 96150.
Ranks compare 96150 with the 17 El Dorado County ZIP codes of 1,000 or more people.
The Best Internet in 96150, CA at a Glance
96150 Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Spectrum
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Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
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Fiber
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AT&T
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Fiber
DSL
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Verizon
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Fixed Wireless
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Who is the Best Internet Provider in 96150, CA?
T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet provider in 96150 based on California customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, T-Mobile Home Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 96150, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. T-Mobile Home Internet is an option for 62.39% of the zip.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in 96150?
Coverage changes block by block. Pick a provider and a technology to see where its service reaches: the darker the area, the larger the share of homes it covers. For your exact address, use the address search above.
Coverage map for each provider in ZIP 96150
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - fiber coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
How 96150 Compares to the Rest of El Dorado County
96150's report card score is 9th of 17 and its connectivity index is 3rd of 17.
| Measure | 96150 | Rank among El Dorado County ZIP codes of 1,000 or more people | South Lake Tahoe | El Dorado County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 12.8% | 6th of 17 | 12.8% | 15.8% | 71.5% | 95636 (90.0%) |
| Average top speed | 1,247 Mbps | 10th of 17 | 1,249 Mbps | 1,736 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | 95636 (4,947 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 5.3 | 13th of 17 | 5.3 | 7 | 7.1 | 95762 (8.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.3 | Tied 12th of 17 | 2.3 | 2.6 | 2.7 | 95672 and 95762 (2.8) |
| Workers who work from home | 20% | 7th of 17 | 20% | 23% | 15% | 95672 (33%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | Tied 5th of 17 | 97% | 97% | 96% | 95636 (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 93% | Tied 6th of 17 | 93% | 93% | 91% | 95762 (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 82% | 2nd of 17 | 81% | 72% | 76% | 95762 (86%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 86% | Tied 8th of 17 | 86% | 88% | 81% | 95762 (94%) |
| Median household income | $104,500 | 6th of 17 | $104,163 | $124,622 | $93,246 | 95762 ($177,592) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 15% | 2nd of 17 | 15% | 14% | 16% | 95762 (17%) |
Fiber reaches 12.8% of homes in 96150, against 12.8% across South Lake Tahoe and 15.8% across El Dorado County. Households in 96150 are smaller than the US average (2.3 people against 2.7); 20% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $104,500 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in 96150
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 96150?
Spectrum Fiber in 96150, CA
Availability:
7.7%
Customer Rating:
(207)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 7.7% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in 96150, CA
Availability:
6.3%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,991 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 6.3% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,991 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 96150 from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in 96150, CA
Availability:
6.3%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,991 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 6.3% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,991 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated lower than other types of internet service available in 96150 from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 96150?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 96150, CA
Availability:
80.3%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
171 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 80.3% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 171 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the zip.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 96150, CA
Availability:
62.4%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
71 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 62.4% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 71 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 13 Mbps throughout the zip.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 96150, CA
Availability:
44.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
58 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 44.3% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 58 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the zip.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 96150, CA
Availability:
44.3%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
58 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 44.3% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 58 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 10 Mbps throughout the zip.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 96150?
Spectrum Cable in 96150, CA
Availability:
99.0%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 99.0% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 96150?
EarthLink DSL in 96150, CA
Availability:
88.8%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 88.8% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
AT&T DSL in 96150, CA
Availability:
88.8%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 88.8% of 96150 homes. Across the zip, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
How 96150 Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 ZIP codes nearest to 96150 that have their own pages are all within 14 miles, 5 of them in Nevada. Among them, 89449 (Stateline, NV) has the most homes with fiber (41.8%) and 96142 (Tahoma) the fewest (1.8%); 96150 has 12.8%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96150 (this page) | 29,509 | 12.8% | 1,247 Mbps | 5.3 | C- | 70/100 |
| 89460 (Gardnerville Ranchos), NV | 13,500 | 13.0% | 1,769 Mbps | 7.8 | C+ | 67/100 |
| 89449 (Stateline), NV | 2,928 | 41.8% | 995 Mbps | 6.5 | C | 79/100 |
| 89448 (Zephyr Cove), NV | 1,880 | 40.2% | 1,000 Mbps | 6.5 | C | 77/100 |
| 89411 (Genoa), NV | 1,345 | 17.9% | 970 Mbps | 6.2 | C- | 69/100 |
| 96142 (Tahoma) | 1,008 | 1.8% | 888 Mbps | 4.5 | D+ | 53/100 |
| 96120 (Markleeville) | 967 | 26.2% | 2,922 Mbps | 2.6 | C- | 81/100 |
| 89413 (Glenbrook), NV | 797 | 13.1% | 1,000 Mbps | 5.5 | C- | 76/100 |
| 95735 (Twin Bridges) | 84 | 0.0% | 254 Mbps | 5.1 | D | 41/100 |
| 95721 (Echo Lake) | 12 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 3.4 | D- | 65/100 |
| 96155 (Kyburz) | 2 | 0.0% | 300 Mbps | 6 | D+ | 63/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 96150?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by T-Mobile Home Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Spectrum 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 96150
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for 96150 Internet Providers
Based on 404 reviews from California internet customers, T-Mobile Home Internet is the best internet service provider for 96150 residents. T-Mobile Home Internet was rated at an average of 4.11 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Verizon wins for second-place in California, with 3.61 out of 5 stars and 80.3% coverage in 96150.
At a national level, based on 4173 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.02 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 96150 Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in 96150, California, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | 96150 Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet |  (0) | (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T |  (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 96150
Based on data reported by 96150 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Spectrum. The company offers speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 96150. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with T-Mobile Home Internet. This indicates T-Mobile Home Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | 96150 Speed | California Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 96150?
Of the providers in 96150, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in 96150 where enough of them have reviewed a provider, otherwise across California or the country. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
T-Mobile Home Internet is rated 4.26 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. Verizon is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.75 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in 96150, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 96150
| ISP / Tech Type | 96150 Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in California
Customer Reviews
Steve
ting Fiber
November 13, 2026 Slow, 1/10th the speed they advertised
Robert
Verizon Fixed Wireless
November 10, 2026 Was cut off with .out notice due to upgrade and was not provided connection to upgrade from the same location (tower). Causing further problems in service and added cost.
ISPReports User
AT&T DSL
November 08, 2026 Lousy
ISPReports User
Fidium
November 08, 2026 Vernice
Frontier Fiber
November 01, 2026 Horrible this is horrible. My internet has been down for two days in a half. Never again
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Which ISP Should You Choose in 96150?
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 96150 is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Spectrum. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, T-Mobile Home Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 96150 is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Spectrum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in 96150, available to 99.0% of homes, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what’s available at your home, please use our address search tool.