Best Internet Providers in Modesto, CA
All 10 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Modesto, CA
Modesto 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 Modesto.
Ranks compare Modesto with the 41 US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people), the tiers of our fastest-cities rankings.
The Best Internet in Modesto, CA at a Glance
Modesto Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
Connection
Customer Rating
Cable
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Cal.net
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 Modesto ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Modesto, CA?
AT&T is the highest-rated internet provider in Modesto based on 620 California customer reviews, and T-Mobile Home Internet has the highest rating nationwide. The provider information above and the information immediately below can help you decide. Compare provider ratings and review counts above.
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Which Providers are Available at my Home in Modesto?
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 Modesto
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Ayera Technologies - fixed wireless coverage map
- ez Wave - fixed wireless coverage map
- unWired Broadband - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Cal.net - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
How Modesto Compares to Places Its Size
Modesto's report card score is tied 27th of 41 and its connectivity index is 30th of 41.
| Measure | Modesto | Rank among US large cities (250,000 to 499,999 people) | Stanislaus County | California | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 36.6% | 40th of 41 | 33.1% | 62.4% | 71.5% | Staten Island, NY (99.5%) |
| Average top speed | 2,711 Mbps | 31st of 41 | 2,366 Mbps | 3,834 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Oakland, CA (7,941 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 10.6 | 3rd of 41 | 10 | 8 | 7.1 | San Juan, PR (14.2) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 3.1 | 8th of 41 | 3.2 | 3.0 | 2.7 | Santa Ana, CA (4.0) |
| Workers who work from home | 9% | Tied 35th of 41 | 8% | 17% | 15% | Scottsdale, AZ (31%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 96% | Tied 28th of 41 | 96% | 97% | 96% | Garland, TX and Gilbert, AZ and 6 more (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 92% | Tied 25th of 41 | 93% | 94% | 91% | Gilbert, AZ and Katy, TX and 2 more (97%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 73% | Tied 36th of 41 | 72% | 79% | 76% | Gilbert, AZ (89%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 76% | 36th of 41 | 76% | 84% | 81% | Gilbert, AZ and Irvine, CA (95%) |
| Median household income | $85,058 | 26th of 41 | $88,167 | $111,728 | $93,246 | Irvine, CA ($152,298) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 18% | Tied 14th of 41 | 18% | 17% | 16% | Irvine, CA (25%) |
Fiber reaches 36.6% of homes in Modesto, against 33.1% across Stanislaus County and 62.4% across California. Households in Modesto are larger than the US average (3.1 people against 2.7); 9% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $85,058 (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 Modesto
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Modesto?
EarthLink Fiber in Modesto, CA
Availability:
36.6%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
4,485 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 36.6% of Modesto homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,485 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 Modesto from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Modesto, CA
Availability:
36.6%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
4,485 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 36.6% of Modesto homes. Across the city, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,485 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 Modesto from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Modesto?
unWired Broadband Fixed Wireless in Modesto, CA
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
353 Mbps
unWired Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Modesto homes. Across the city, unWired Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 353 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 12 and as high as 50, with an average of 44 Mbps throughout the city.
Cal.net Fixed Wireless in Modesto, CA
Availability:
100.0%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Cal.net offers Fixed Wireless service to 100.0% of Modesto homes. Across the city, Cal.net 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 Modesto, CA
Availability:
99.1%
Customer Rating:
(341)
Avg. Download Speed
54 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.1% of Modesto homes. Across the city, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 54 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 9.7 Mbps throughout the city.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Modesto, CA
Availability:
90.0%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
234 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 90.0% of Modesto homes. Across the city, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 234 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 17 Mbps throughout the city.
ez Wave Fixed Wireless in Modesto, CA
Availability:
87.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
568 Mbps
ez Wave offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.0% of Modesto homes. Across the city, ez Wave Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 568 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 200, with an average of 113 Mbps throughout the city.
Ayera Technologies Fixed Wireless in Modesto, CA
Availability:
84.0%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
752 Mbps
Ayera Technologies offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.0% of Modesto homes. Across the city, Ayera Technologies Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 752 Mbps, with speeds from 120 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 40 and as high as 500, with an average of 370 Mbps throughout the city.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Modesto, CA
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.9% of Modesto homes. Across the city, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 44 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 7.3 Mbps throughout the city.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Modesto, CA
Availability:
76.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 76.9% of Modesto homes. Across the city, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 44 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 7.3 Mbps throughout the city.
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in Modesto?
XFINITY Cable in Modesto, CA
Availability:
94.5%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,691 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 94.5% of Modesto homes. Across the city, XFINITY Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,691 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 167 Mbps throughout the city.
Spectrum Cable in Modesto, CA
Availability:
4.5%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 4.5% of Modesto homes. Across the city, Spectrum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Modesto?
EarthLink DSL in Modesto, CA
Availability:
84.2%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
79 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 84.2% of Modesto homes. Across the city, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 79 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 higher than other types of internet service available in Modesto from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Modesto, CA
Availability:
84.2%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
79 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 84.2% of Modesto homes. Across the city, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 79 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 Modesto from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Internet in Modesto by Neighborhood and ZIP Code
Fiber reaches from 20.4% of homes in Bystrom to 90.0% in West Modesto; by ZIP code, from 2.3% in 95356 to 59.4% in 95354. Each row links to that place’s page.
Neighborhoods in Modesto
| Neighborhood | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Modesto | 8,577 | 90.0% | 4,432 Mbps | 10.3 | A- | 64/100 |
| Downtown Modesto | 7,306 | 84.5% | 4,097 Mbps | 11.2 | A- | 54/100 |
| South Modesto Acres | 6,496 | 73.4% | 4,201 Mbps | 11.2 | B+ | 65/100 |
| Bystrom | 5,292 | 20.4% | 1,823 Mbps | 10.2 | B- | 45/100 |
| Shackelford | 4,449 | 43.0% | 3,148 Mbps | 10.8 | B | 42/100 |
ZIP codes in Modesto
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95355 | 62,686 | 20.8% | 2,278 Mbps | 10.7 | B | 76/100 |
| 95350 | 55,566 | 58.2% | 3,164 Mbps | 10.6 | B+ | 66/100 |
| 95351 | 48,459 | 51.8% | 3,143 Mbps | 10.6 | B | 59/100 |
| 95356 | 32,784 | 2.3% | 1,730 Mbps | 10.3 | B- | 79/100 |
| 95358 | 32,095 | 25.2% | 2,466 Mbps | 10.4 | B | 65/100 |
| 95354 | 26,812 | 59.4% | 3,512 Mbps | 10.5 | B+ | 54/100 |
| 95357 | 12,766 | 8.7% | 1,250 Mbps | 10.2 | C+ | 73/100 |
How Modesto Compares to Nearby Places
The 10 places nearest to Modesto that have their own pages are all within 11 miles. Among them, Ripon has the most homes with fiber (42.1%) and Empire the fewest (2.0%); Modesto has 36.6%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modesto (this page) | 258,331 | 36.6% | 2,711 Mbps | 10.6 | B | 68/100 |
| Ceres | 55,011 | 29.1% | 1,932 Mbps | 10.5 | B- | 66/100 |
| Oakdale | 31,159 | 38.9% | 2,600 Mbps | 10.8 | B | 58/100 |
| Riverbank | 26,453 | 35.2% | 2,277 Mbps | 10.5 | B | 67/100 |
| Ripon | 18,331 | 42.1% | 3,252 Mbps | 9.4 | B | 73/100 |
| Salida | 14,909 | 19.8% | 1,727 Mbps | 10.3 | B- | 74/100 |
| Escalon | 11,904 | 14.8% | 1,559 Mbps | 10.7 | B- | 57/100 |
| Hughson | 10,385 | 41.3% | 2,602 Mbps | 10 | B | 60/100 |
| Keyes | 6,938 | 28.4% | 1,886 Mbps | 9.2 | B- | 49/100 |
| Empire | 2,661 | 2.0% | 1,140 Mbps | 10.2 | C+ | 54/100 |
| Van Allen | 262 | 8.0% | 1,481 Mbps | 10.7 | B- | 57/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Modesto?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by AT&T. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, AT&T and EarthLink 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 Modesto
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| ez Wave | 1,000 |
| Ayera Technologies | 1,000 |
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| unWired Broadband | 400 |
| Verizon | 300 |
| Cal.net | 100 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Modesto Internet Providers
Based on 620 reviews from California internet customers, AT&T is the best internet service provider for Modesto residents. AT&T was rated at an average of 3.34 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in California, with 2.50 out of 5 stars and 99.0% coverage in Modesto.
At a national level, based on 6555 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, T-Mobile Home Internet is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.01 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Modesto Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Modesto, California, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Modesto Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Ayera Technologies | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Cal.net | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| unWired Broadband | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) |  (12) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon |  (1) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (211) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| ez Wave | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Modesto
Based on data reported by Modesto ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the city are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Modesto. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,709 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 AT&T. This indicates AT&T reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Modesto Speed | California Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (1) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (211) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| Ayera Technologies | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Cal.net | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) |  (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| unWired Broadband | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| ez Wave | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Modesto?
Of the providers in Modesto, customers rate Verizon the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Modesto 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.
Verizon is rated 5.00 out of 5 for price, which is much higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Modesto, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Modesto
| ISP / Tech Type | Modesto Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verizon | (1) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Ayera Technologies | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Cal.net | (0) |  (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (1) | (25) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (341) | View Plans | ||
| unWired Broadband | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (1) | (119) | (1051) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (3) | (211) | (2378) | View Plans | ||
| ez Wave | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Reviews for Internet Service Providers in California
Customer Reviews
A Modesto, CA Customer
AT&T Fixed Wireless
June 03, 2026 Ian M
XFINITY Cable
April 07, 2026 Xfinity is great for the high speed, but doesn't offer package options to help with pricing. I was forced to get a cable package to go with the internet speed, therefore I pay more in price. My family does enjoy the high speed for gaming purposes. But I just only need internet. Other companies around here dont offer the same speed I need.
Isaac C
Verizon Fixed Wireless
October 01, 2023 While the service provided by verizon functions well most the time and it is fairly fast at a decent price their customer service is completely awful, we went without internet for almost five months due to their constant errors and excuses. we contacted them about an issue we were having with the box and got ahold of a worker to try and resolve it. well it turns out that worker was from the wrong department and instead of helping us get connect to people that knew what they were doing she essentially fried our internet box and deleted out plan and we lost our spot. after this we went through several managers and workers trying to figure it our being told that we'll have to wait theres nothing they can do about it that out spot had been taken and we'd have to wait for a new spot, i find it ridiculous that we've been loyal customers for a long time and we had to go through all of that and they didnt even offer any sort of compensation their idea of compensation was "we'll remove the bill for this month" which mind you we hadnt gotten to use it that month because of their negligence, so while the internet runs well and has good speed god forbid it mess up on you because you will have a wonderful time playing ring around the rosey with customer support while getting 0 compensation for their mistakes.
A Modesto, CA Customer
XFINITY Cable
June 11, 2023 A Modesto, CA Customer
XFINITY Cable
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Which ISP Should You Choose in Modesto?
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 Modesto is AT&T.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, AT&T may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Modesto is Verizon.
- Viasat, unWired Broadband, HughesNet, and Cal.net has the broadest coverage in Modesto, available to 100.0% 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.