11 Best Internet Providers in Folsom, CA
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Folsom ISP Report Card | B |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 2,164 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 11 |
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Real Folsom Customer Ratings | 4 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
Folsom has 11 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 Folsom.
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Folsom has 11 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 Folsom.
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Above are the top 4 providers in Folsom, CA for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your city.
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 Folsom ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Folsom, CA?
Verizon is the best internet provider in Folsom based on California customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Verizon had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Folsom, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Verizon is an option for 78.87% of the city.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in Folsom, California, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in Folsom
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Folsom Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | Folsom Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (1) | (24) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband |  (1) | (17) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) | (193) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| DigitalPath | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| unWired Broadband | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) | (9) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| Cal.net | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (22) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (107) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) |  (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Succeed.Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 381 reviews from California internet customers, Verizon is the best internet service provider for Folsom residents. Verizon was rated at an average of 3.71 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. XFINITY from Comcast wins for second-place in California, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 98.3% coverage in Folsom.
At a national level, based on 4320 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, DigitalPath is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 5.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Folsom?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the city, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Folsom?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in Folsom, the fastest internet in the city comes from XFINITY from Comcast.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in Folsom
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Fidium Fiber | 100 Mbps | ||
| Succeed.Net | 100 Mbps | ||
| Cal.net | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| DigitalPath | 50 Mbps | ||
| unWired Broadband | 50 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Folsom
| ISP / Tech Type | Folsom Speed | California Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Verizon | (1) | (24) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) | (193) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (1) | (17) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| unWired Broadband | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) |  (9) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| DigitalPath | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (22) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Cal.net | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (107) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) |  (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Succeed.Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by Folsom ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through XFINITY from Comcast. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Folsom. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,599 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers in the city rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with XFINITY from Comcast. This indicates XFINITY reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Folsom?
California customers rate Verizon 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.
Verizon received a local rating of 3.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. XFINITY from Comcast is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s Folsom customers with an average price rating of 2.50 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in Folsom, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Folsom
| ISP / Tech Type | Folsom Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Verizon | (1) | (24) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (2) | (193) | (2164) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (1) | (17) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| unWired Broadband | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Cal.net | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Fidium | (0) | (9) | (70) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (22) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (107) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| DigitalPath | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Succeed.Net | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Folsom 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 city 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 Folsom below, including the metrics used and how Folsom compares to the rest of California and nation.
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Folsom | California | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in Folsom that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 19.75% | 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. | 2,164 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 Folsom. | 8.3 | 7.4 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a city indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.7 | 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. | 29% | 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. | 98% | 96% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 96% | 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. | 89% | 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. | 89% | 79% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
Folsom ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in Folsom is B, which is much better than other cities. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in Folsom is high with a score of 90 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in Folsom have done a great job meeting the needs of its residents.
The Folsom ISP Report Card evaluates the city on availability and speed metrics compared to other cities in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a city 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.
96% of Folsom households have an internet connection despite having 99.99% availability. 89% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 6% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 1% 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 89% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 89% subscribe to it. A very large amount of Folsom 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 Cities Compare to Folsom?
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 92 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 78 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 91 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 81 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 83 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 77 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C
- Digital Connectivity Index: 84 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 84 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 87 / 100
How Much Speed does a Folsom Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in Folsom is 2.7, which is smaller than the California average of 3.0 and larger than the national average of 2.7. Folsom's average household income is $152,534 which is much higher than the California average of $108,618 and much higher than 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.
Folsom also has 17% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the California average of 17%. Additionally, 29% 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 Folsom has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, Folsom households are much more technology-engaged. 98% of households have some sort of computing device, 95% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 96% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Folsom?
EarthLink Fiber in Folsom, CA
Availability:
19.4%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
4,479 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 19.4% of Folsom homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,479 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 Folsom from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Folsom, CA
Availability:
19.4%
Customer Rating:
(544)
Avg. Download Speed
4,479 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 19.4% of Folsom homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,479 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 higher than other types of internet service available in Folsom from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
XFINITY Fiber in Folsom, CA
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(302)
Avg. Download Speed
1,517 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 1.2% of Folsom homes. Across the city, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,517 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 120 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Folsom from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Folsom?
XFINITY Cable in Folsom, CA
Availability:
98.1%
Customer Rating:
(1,910)
Avg. Download Speed
1,595 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 98.1% of Folsom homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,595 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 141 Mbps throughout the city. XFINITY Cable is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Folsom from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Cable in Folsom, CA
Availability:
2.0%
Customer Rating:
(90)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 2.0% of Folsom 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 Folsom?
EarthLink DSL in Folsom, CA
Availability:
85.0%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
81 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 85.0% of Folsom homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 81 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 17 Mbps throughout the city. EarthLink DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Folsom from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Folsom, CA
Availability:
85.0%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
81 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 85.0% of Folsom homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 81 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 17 Mbps throughout the city. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Folsom from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Fidium DSL in Folsom, CA
Availability:
2.0%
Customer Rating:
(13)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Fidium Fiber offers DSL service to 2.0% of Folsom homes. Across the city, Fidium DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Folsom?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Folsom, CA
Availability:
98.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
80 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 98.2% of Folsom homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 80 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 16 Mbps throughout the city.
Cal.net Fixed Wireless in Folsom, CA
Availability:
88.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Cal.net offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.3% of Folsom homes. Across the city, Cal.net Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Folsom, CA
Availability:
78.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
308 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.9% of Folsom homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 308 Mbps, with speeds from 300 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 20 and as high as 75, with an average of 21 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Folsom, CA
Availability:
78.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
45 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.5% of Folsom homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 45 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 7.6 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Folsom, CA
Availability:
78.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
45 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 78.5% of Folsom homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 45 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 7.6 Mbps throughout the city.
Succeed.Net Fixed Wireless in Folsom, CA
Availability:
53.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Succeed.Net offers Fixed Wireless service to 53.9% of Folsom homes. Across the city, Succeed.Net Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
unWired Broadband Fixed Wireless in Folsom, CA
Availability:
44.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
unWired Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 44.0% of Folsom homes. Across the city, unWired Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 50 Mbps
DigitalPath Fixed Wireless in Folsom, CA
Availability:
2.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
24 Mbps
DigitalPath offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.3% of Folsom homes. Across the city, DigitalPath Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 24 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 50 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 4.7 Mbps throughout the city.
Which ISP Should You Choose in Folsom?
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 Folsom is Verizon.
- The fastest internet provider should be XFINITY from Comcast. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, XFINITY from Comcast may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Folsom is Verizon.
- HughesNet, XFINITY from Comcast, and Viasat has the broadest coverage in Folsom, 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 Folsom compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how Folsom 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 Folsom's B ISP Report Card and 90 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 87 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 80 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 54 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 61 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 83 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 63 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 91 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 62 / 100