Best Internet Providers in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
All 11 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Potrero 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 neighborhood. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Potrero.
Ranks compare Potrero with the 43 neighborhoods in San Francisco.
The Best Internet in Potrero, San Francisco, CA at a Glance
Potrero Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
XFINITY
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Fiber
Cable
EarthLink
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Fiber
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Fixed Wireless
AT&T
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Fiber
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Astound Broadband
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Fiber
Cable
DSL
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this neighborhood 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 Potrero ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Potrero, San Francisco, CA?
Sonic is the highest-rated internet provider in Potrero based on 430 California customer reviews, and Google Fiber 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.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Potrero?
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 Potrero, San Francisco
- AT&T - fiber coverage map
- EarthLink - fiber coverage map
- XFINITY - cable coverage map
- Astound Broadband - cable coverage map
- GeoLinks - fixed wireless coverage map
- Verizon - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - fiber coverage map
- Unwired - fixed wireless coverage map
- Google Fiber - fixed wireless coverage map
- Sonic - fiber coverage map
- Etheric Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
- XFINITY - fiber coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- Astound Broadband - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
How Potrero Compares to the Rest of San Francisco
Potrero's report card score is tied 20th of 43 and its connectivity index is tied 18th of 43.
| Measure | Potrero | Rank among neighborhoods in San Francisco | San Francisco | San Francisco County | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | ||||||
| Fiber availability | 71.4% | 20th of 43 | 69.5% | 66.1% | 71.5% | Outer Sunset (100.0%) |
| Average top speed | 2,966 Mbps | 25th of 43 | 4,934 Mbps | 4,165 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Excelsior (9,809 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 12.1 | Tied 1st of 43 | 9.7 | 10.3 | 7.1 | Tied with Noe Valley |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | ||||||
| People per household | 2.0 | Tied 26th of 43 | 2.7 | 2.3 | 2.7 | Silver Terrace (3.6) |
| Workers who work from home | 35% | 15th of 43 | 25% | 30% | 15% | Cow Hollow (45%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 99% | Tied 1st of 43 | 97% | 97% | 96% | Tied with Cow Hollow and Duboce Triangle and 3 more |
| Homes with internet | 96% | Tied 10th of 43 | 95% | 93% | 91% | Duboce Triangle and Noe Valley (98%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 89% | Tied 7th of 43 | 84% | 82% | 76% | Saint Francis Wood (95%) |
| More about the households here | ||||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 95% | Tied 3rd of 43 | 88% | 87% | 81% | Cole Valley and Noe Valley (96%) |
| Median household income | $217,211 | 4th of 43 | $148,255 | $149,862 | $93,246 | Cow Hollow ($225,081) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 14% | Tied 11th of 43 | 15% | 12% | 16% | Lakeshore (24%) |
Fiber reaches 71.4% of homes in Potrero, against 69.5% across San Francisco and 66.1% across San Francisco County. Households in Potrero are smaller than the US average (2.0 people against 2.7); 35% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $217,211 (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 Potrero
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Potrero?
EarthLink Fiber in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
53.6%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
3,638 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 53.6% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 3,638 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 Potrero from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
53.6%
Customer Rating:
(542)
Avg. Download Speed
3,638 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 53.6% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 3,638 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 Potrero from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Sonic Fiber in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
27.3%
Customer Rating:
(14)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Sonic offers Fiber service to 27.3% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, Sonic Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Fiber in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
23.0%
Customer Rating:
(21)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 23.0% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
XFINITY Fiber in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
14.3%
Customer Rating:
(300)
Avg. Download Speed
1,521 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Fiber service to 14.3% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Fiber has speeds up to 1,521 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 2,000, with an average of 643 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. XFINITY Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Potrero from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Potrero?
Verizon Fixed Wireless in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
97.1%
Customer Rating:
(362)
Avg. Download Speed
393 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 97.1% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 393 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 6.0 and as high as 75, with an average of 27 Mbps throughout the neighborhood.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
96.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.9% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, 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 neighborhood.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
96.9%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
43 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.9% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, 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 neighborhood.
Unwired Fixed Wireless in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
96.5%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Unwired offers Fixed Wireless service to 96.5% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, Unwired Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
94.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
250 Mbps
Etheric Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.5% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 250 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
84.7%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
69 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 84.7% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 69 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 neighborhood.
GeoLinks Fixed Wireless in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
74.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
946 Mbps
GeoLinks offers Fixed Wireless service to 74.3% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, GeoLinks Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 946 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 GeoLinks Fixed Wireless.
Google Fiber Fixed Wireless in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
32.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
899 Mbps
Google Fiber offers Fixed Wireless service to 32.1% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, Google Fiber Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 899 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 Potrero?
XFINITY Cable in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
99.9%
Customer Rating:
(2077)
Avg. Download Speed
1,804 Mbps
XFINITY from Comcast offers Cable service to 99.9% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, XFINITY Cable has speeds up to 1,804 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 2,000, with an average of 212 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. XFINITY Cable is rated the same as other types of internet service available in Potrero from XFINITY in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Cable in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
71.3%
Customer Rating:
(97)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 71.3% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in Potrero?
EarthLink DSL in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
94.6%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
79 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 94.6% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, 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 16 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. EarthLink DSL is rated higher than other types of internet service available in Potrero from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
94.6%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
79 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 94.6% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, 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 16 Mbps throughout the neighborhood. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in Potrero from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband DSL in Potrero, San Francisco, CA
Availability:
5.6%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers DSL service to 5.6% of Potrero homes. Across the neighborhood, Astound Broadband DSL has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
How Potrero Compares to Its Neighbors
The 10 neighborhoods nearest to Potrero that have their own pages are all within 2 miles. Among them, Noe Valley has the most homes with fiber (91.5%) and Duboce Triangle the fewest (39.5%); Potrero has 71.4%.
| Place | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potrero (this page) | 18,200 | 71.4% | 2,966 Mbps | 12.1 | B+ | 77/100 |
| South of Market | 55,598 | 64.4% | 2,909 Mbps | 11.4 | B+ | 64/100 |
| Downtown San Francisco | 49,828 | 40.4% | 2,366 Mbps | 10.2 | B | 42/100 |
| Mission | 42,754 | 88.0% | 2,487 Mbps | 11.4 | A- | 77/100 |
| Bayview | 31,171 | 70.2% | 5,660 Mbps | 10.4 | B+ | 71/100 |
| Noe Valley | 22,017 | 91.5% | 3,885 Mbps | 12.1 | A- | 80/100 |
| Bernal Heights | 18,827 | 84.6% | 5,704 Mbps | 10.6 | A- | 84/100 |
| Castro-Upper Market | 14,406 | 61.9% | 3,018 Mbps | 11.2 | B+ | 77/100 |
| Liberty Street Historic District | 10,367 | 72.2% | 2,047 Mbps | 11 | B+ | 76/100 |
| Silver Terrace | 10,075 | 58.6% | 3,937 Mbps | 10 | B+ | 79/100 |
| Duboce Triangle | 9,117 | 39.5% | 2,455 Mbps | 10.5 | B | 77/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Potrero?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Sonic. 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 Potrero
| AT&T | 5,000 |
|---|---|
| EarthLink | 5,000 |
| XFINITY from Comcast | 2,000 |
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 |
| Verizon | 1,000 |
| GeoLinks | 1,000 |
| Google Fiber | 1,000 |
| Sonic | 1,000 |
| Unwired | 300 |
| Etheric Networks | 250 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
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Customer Ratings for Potrero Internet Providers
Based on 430 reviews from California internet customers, Sonic is the best internet service provider for Potrero 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 84.7% coverage in Potrero.
At a national level, based on 4845 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Google Fiber is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.23 out of 5.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Potrero Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Potrero, California, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Potrero Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonic | (0) | (14) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (342) | 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 | (0) | (211) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (2) | (15) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | 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 Potrero
Based on data reported by Potrero ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the neighborhood are available through AT&T and EarthLink. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in Potrero. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 1,993 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 Sonic. This indicates Sonic reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Potrero 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) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (211) | (2379) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (28) | (816) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | 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 Potrero?
Of the providers in Potrero, customers rate T-Mobile Home Internet the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Potrero 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 Potrero, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Potrero
| ISP / Tech Type | Potrero Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (342) | 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 | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (17) | (122) | View Plans | ||
| XFINITY | (0) | (211) | (2379) | 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 Potrero?
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 Potrero is Sonic.
- The fastest internet provider should be AT&T and EarthLink. 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 Potrero is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- XFINITY from Comcast, Viasat, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in Potrero, available to 99.9% 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.