Best Internet Providers in Benbow, CA
All 5 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Benbow, CA
Benbow has 5 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Cable and Fixed Wireless internet are available in the city. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 2 available internet technologies in Benbow.
Ranks compare Benbow with the 31,388 US places under 1,000 people, the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Benbow, CA at a Glance
Benbow Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
Astound Broadband
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
101NETLINK
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile Home Internet
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
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 Benbow ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Benbow, CA?
101NETLINK is the best internet provider in Benbow based on California customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, 101NETLINK had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Benbow, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. 101NETLINK is an option for 96.63% of the city.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Benbow?
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.
How Benbow Compares to Places Its Size
Benbow's report card score is in the bottom 5% and its connectivity index is in the bottom 13%.
| Measure | Benbow | Rank among US places under 1,000 people | Humboldt County | California | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 0.0% | bottom 22% | 25.8% | 62.4% | 71.5% | 6,946 places at 100.0% |
| Average top speed | 476 Mbps | bottom 19% | 1,300 Mbps | 3,834 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Fairmount, TN and Falling Water, TN and 5 more (25,000 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 1.7 | bottom 10% | 5.9 | 8 | 7.1 | Los Prados, PR (15.1) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 1.9 | bottom 5% | 2.4 | 3.0 | 2.7 | Paguate, NM (13.4) |
| Workers who work from home | 4% | bottom 20% | 14% | 17% | 15% | Boys Town, NE (100%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 100% | top 1% | 95% | 97% | 96% | Tied with 1,493 other places at 100% |
| Homes with internet | 87% | top 45% | 92% | 94% | 91% | 370 places at 100% |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 38% | bottom 17% | 71% | 79% | 76% | 23 places at 100% |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 40% | bottom 2% | 81% | 84% | 81% | 72 places at 100% |
| Median household income | $43,030 | bottom 8% | $67,295 | $111,728 | $93,246 | 22 places at $250,001 |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 8% | bottom 22% | 16% | 17% | 16% | University at Buffalo, NY (100%) |
Fiber reaches 0.0% of homes in Benbow, against 25.8% across Humboldt County and 62.4% across California. Households in Benbow are smaller than the US average (1.9 people against 2.7); 4% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $43,030 (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 Benbow
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Benbow?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no fiber providers available in Benbow, CA.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Benbow?
101NETLINK Fixed Wireless in Benbow, CA
Availability:
96.6%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
101NETLINK offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.6% of Benbow homes. Across the city, 101NETLINK Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Benbow, CA
Availability:
21.6%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 21.6% of Benbow homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Benbow, CA
Availability:
9.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 9.6% of Benbow homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Benbow, CA
Availability:
9.6%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 9.6% of Benbow homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Benbow?
Astound Broadband Cable in Benbow, CA
Availability:
26.0%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 26.0% of Benbow homes. Across the city, Astound Broadband Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Benbow?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no DSL providers available in Benbow, CA.
Internet in Benbow by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Benbow
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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ZIP codes in Benbow
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
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How Benbow Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Benbow that have their own pages are all within 13 miles. Among them, Redway has the most homes with fiber (80.4%) and Whitethorn the fewest (0.9%); Benbow has 0.0%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benbow (this page) | 208 | 0.0% | 476 Mbps | 1.7 | F | 21/100 |
| Redway | 1,677 | 80.4% | 5,674 Mbps | 4.9 | B- | 24/100 |
| Garberville | 1,525 | 43.2% | 3,640 Mbps | 4.4 | C | 23/100 |
| Whitethorn | 1,396 | 0.9% | 167 Mbps | 1.1 | F | 20/100 |
| Miranda | 769 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 4.4 | D- | 58/100 |
| Phillipsville | 292 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 2 | F | 62/100 |
| Harris | 279 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 1.3 | F | 11/100 |
| Alderpoint | 278 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 1 | F | 11/100 |
| Briceland | 241 | 0.0% | 283 Mbps | 1.8 | F | 39/100 |
| Ettersburg | 229 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 1 | F | 17/100 |
| Piercy | 196 | 0.0% | 100 Mbps | 1 | F | 30/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Benbow?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings, the fastest internet in the city comes from Astound Broadband.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Benbow
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
|---|---|
| 101NETLINK | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Benbow Internet Providers
Based on 166 reviews from California internet customers, 101NETLINK is the best internet service provider for Benbow residents. 101NETLINK was rated at an average of 3.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Astound Broadband wins for second-place in California, with 3.24 out of 5 stars and 26.0% coverage in Benbow.
At a national level, based on 1531 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, 101NETLINK is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.00 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Benbow Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Benbow, California, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Benbow Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet |  (0) | (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| 101NETLINK | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Benbow
Based on data reported by Benbow ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through Astound Broadband. The company offers speeds up to 1,500 Mbps in Benbow. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,500 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 Astound Broadband. This indicates Astound Broadband reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Benbow Speed | California Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| 101NETLINK | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Benbow?
Of the providers in Benbow, customers rate 101NETLINK the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Benbow 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.
101NETLINK is rated 3.00 out of 5 for price, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. Astound Broadband is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.94 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Benbow, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Benbow
| ISP / Tech Type | Benbow Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| 101NETLINK | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | 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 Benbow?
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 Benbow is 101NETLINK.
- The fastest internet provider should be Astound Broadband. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Astound Broadband may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Benbow is 101NETLINK.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and 101NETLINK has the broadest coverage in Benbow, available to 96.6% 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.