Best Internet Providers in Alameda, CA
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Alameda, CA
Alameda has 10 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Alameda.
Ranks compare Alameda with the 749 US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Alameda, CA at a Glance
Alameda Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Sonic
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this city are excluded from the list. To see if one of these providers is available at your home, please use the address search above.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local Alameda ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Alameda, CA?
Sonic is the best internet provider in Alameda based on California customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Sonic had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Alameda, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Sonic is an option for 56.24% of the city.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Alameda?
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 Alameda
- Sonic - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- GeoLinks - fixed wireless coverage map
- Unwired - fixed wireless coverage map
- Etheric Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- Google Fiber - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
How Alameda Compares to Places Its Size
Alameda's report card score is tied 53rd of 749 and its connectivity index is tied 199th of 749.
| Measure | Alameda | Rank among US small cities (50,000 to 99,999 people) | Alameda County | California | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 88.0% | Tied 282nd of 749 | 73.5% | 62.4% | 71.5% | Aloha, OR and Shawnee, KS (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 7,399 Mbps | 44th of 749 | 5,718 Mbps | 3,834 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Layton, UT (9,808 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 11.3 | 5th of 749 | 10.5 | 8 | 7.1 | Guaynabo, PR (14.3) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.6 | Tied 361st of 749 | 2.8 | 3.0 | 2.7 | Pacoima, CA and Spring Valley, NY (4.3) |
| Workers who work from home | 33% | Tied 19th of 749 | 26% | 17% | 15% | Danville, CA and Potomac, MD and 2 more (39%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 97% | Tied 281st of 749 | 97% | 97% | 96% | Atascocita, TX and Eastvale, CA and 8 more (100%) |
| Homes with internet | 95% | Tied 183rd of 749 | 94% | 94% | 91% | Centreville, VA and Danville, CA and 2 more (99%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 85% | Tied 158th of 749 | 83% | 79% | 76% | Flower Mound, TX and Johns Creek, GA and 1 more (93%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 89% | Tied 195th of 749 | 88% | 84% | 81% | Sammamish, WA (99%) |
| Median household income | $148,790 | 58th of 749 | $142,605 | $111,728 | $93,246 | Potomac, MD ($227,882) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | Tied 511th of 749 | 16% | 17% | 16% | East Lansing, MI (58%) |
Fiber reaches 88.0% of homes in Alameda, against 73.5% across Alameda County and 62.4% across California. Households in Alameda are smaller than the US average (2.6 people against 2.7); 33% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $148,790 (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 Alameda
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Alameda?
EarthLink Fiber in Alameda, CA
Availability:
86.5%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,940 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 86.5% of Alameda homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,940 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 Alameda from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Alameda, CA
Availability:
86.5%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,940 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 86.5% of Alameda homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,940 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 Alameda from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Sonic Fiber in Alameda, CA
Availability:
56.2%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
10,000 Mbps
Sonic offers Fiber service to 56.2% of Alameda homes. Across the city, Sonic Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
XFINITY Fiber in Alameda, CA
Availability:
1.9%
Customer Rating:
(299)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 1.9% of Alameda homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Alameda?
Unwired Fixed Wireless in Alameda, CA
Availability:
99.5%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Unwired offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.5% of Alameda homes. Across the city, Unwired Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Alameda, CA
Availability:
99.2%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
87 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.2% of Alameda homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 87 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 17 Mbps throughout the city.
Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless in Alameda, CA
Availability:
98.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
250 Mbps
Etheric Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.7% of Alameda homes. Across the city, Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 250 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Alameda, CA
Availability:
96.4%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
254 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.4% of Alameda homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 254 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 18 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Alameda, CA
Availability:
95.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.6% of Alameda homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 43 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 7.2 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Alameda, CA
Availability:
95.6%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.6% of Alameda homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 43 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 7.2 Mbps throughout the city.
GeoLinks Fixed Wireless in Alameda, CA
Availability:
43.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
995 Mbps
GeoLinks offers Fixed Wireless service to 43.0% of Alameda homes. Across the city, GeoLinks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 995 Mbps, with speeds from 200 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for GeoLinks Fixed Wireless.
Google Fiber Fixed Wireless in Alameda, CA
Availability:
4.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
965 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fixed Wireless service to 4.5% of Alameda homes. Across the city, Google Fiber Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 965 Mbps, with speeds from 100 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for Google Fiber Fixed Wireless.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Alameda?
XFINITY Cable in Alameda, CA
Availability:
99.4%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,548 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 99.4% of Alameda homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,548 Mbps, with speeds from 1,200 Mpbs up to 2,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 35 and as high as 250, with an average of 129 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Alameda from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Alameda?
EarthLink DSL in Alameda, CA
Availability:
81.1%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 81.1% of Alameda homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 77 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Alameda from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Alameda, CA
Availability:
81.1%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
77 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 81.1% of Alameda homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 77 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 16 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Alameda from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Alameda by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 67.0% of homes in South Shore to 98.9% in East End. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Alameda
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | 13,430 | 98.8% | 8,518 Mbps | 11.8 | A | 79/100 |
| Bay Farm Island | 9,178 | 86.0% | 4,477 Mbps | 10.7 | A- | 94/100 |
| South Shore | 7,848 | 67.0% | 6,625 Mbps | 11.6 | B+ | 78/100 |
| East End | 7,350 | 98.9% | 9,749 Mbps | 11.3 | A | 84/100 |
| West End | 7,201 | 93.3% | 9,067 Mbps | 12.2 | A | 66/100 |
| Woodstock | 5,871 | 71.4% | 6,408 Mbps | 11.4 | B+ | 63/100 |
| Fernside | 5,459 | 97.2% | 8,828 Mbps | 10.8 | A | 93/100 |
ZIP codes in Alameda
How Alameda Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Alameda that have their own pages are all within 9 miles. Among them, San Lorenzo has the most homes with fiber (97.1%) and Albany the fewest (82.2%); Alameda has 88.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alameda (this page) | 78,301 | 88.0% | 7,399 Mbps | 11.3 | A- | 82/100 |
| Oakland | 412,638 | 90.7% | 7,941 Mbps | 10.5 | A- | 73/100 |
| Berkeley | 130,400 | 88.6% | 2,949 Mbps | 10.8 | A- | 79/100 |
| San Leandro | 91,563 | 91.7% | 8,848 Mbps | 10.9 | A | 78/100 |
| Emeryville | 35,017 | 85.9% | 4,872 Mbps | 11.4 | A- | 74/100 |
| Ashland | 26,103 | 95.1% | 9,389 Mbps | 9.3 | A | 77/100 |
| San Lorenzo | 25,816 | 97.1% | 9,802 Mbps | 13 | A | 77/100 |
| Albany | 22,888 | 82.2% | 3,758 Mbps | 11 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Piedmont | 12,580 | 92.5% | 8,978 Mbps | 10 | A | 93/100 |
| Canyon | 379 | 45.6% | 2,679 Mbps | 5.2 | C+ | 83/100 |
| Orinda Village | 180 | 72.2% | 4,065 Mbps | 10.4 | B+ | 89/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Alameda?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Sonic.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Alameda
| Sonic | 10,000 |
|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 |
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| GeoLinks | 1,000 |
| Google Fiber | 1,000 |
| Unwired | 300 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Etheric Networks | 250 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Alameda Internet Providers
Based on 413 reviews from California internet customers, Sonic is the best internet service provider for Alameda residents. Sonic was rated at an average of 4.43 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. T-Mobile Home Internet wins for second-place in California, with 4.11 out of 5 stars and 99.2% coverage in Alameda.
At a national level, based on 4721 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Sonic is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.43 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Alameda Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Alameda, California, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Alameda Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic | (0) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (11) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY |  (1) | (211) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Unwired | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Etheric Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| GeoLinks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Alameda
Based on data reported by Alameda ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Sonic. The company offers speeds up to 10,000 Mbps in Alameda. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 10,000 Mbps if they’re willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Sonic. This indicates Sonic reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Alameda Speed | California Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic | (0) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (11) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (211) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Unwired | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Etheric Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| GeoLinks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Alameda?
Of the providers in Alameda, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Alameda 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. Sonic is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 4.14 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Alameda, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Alameda
| ISP / Tech Type | Alameda Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| Sonic | (0) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| GFiber | (0) | (11) | (105) | View Plans | ||
| Unwired | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (1) | (211) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Etheric Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| GeoLinks | (0) | (0) | (0) | 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 Alameda?
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 Alameda is Sonic.
- The fastest internet provider should be Sonic. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Sonic may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Alameda is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Unwired, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Alameda, available to 99.5% 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.