Best Internet Providers in Sierra County, CA
All 7 providers, ranked by coverage, speed and customer ratings
Find internet availability by address in Sierra County, CA
Sierra County has 7 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the county. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in Sierra County.
Ranks compare Sierra County with the 58 California counties.
The Best Internet in Sierra County, CA at a Glance
Sierra County Internet Providers, Ranked by Coverage, Speed and Customer Ratings
PST
Connection
Customer Rating
Fiber
Fixed Wireless
DigitalPath
Connection
Customer Rating
Fixed Wireless
EarthLink
Connection
Customer Rating
DSL
Fixed Wireless
AT&T
Connection
Customer Rating
DSL
Fixed Wireless
Providers with less than 1% coverage in this county 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 Sierra County ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in Sierra County, CA?
DigitalPath is the best internet provider in Sierra County based on California customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, DigitalPath had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in Sierra County, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. DigitalPath is an option for 63.23% of the county.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in Sierra County?
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 Sierra County
- PST - fiber coverage map
- DigitalPath - fixed wireless coverage map
- Spectrum - cable coverage map
- PST - fixed wireless coverage map
- AT&T - dsl coverage map
- EarthLink - dsl coverage map
- AT&T - fixed wireless coverage map
- EarthLink - fixed wireless coverage map
- T-Mobile Home Internet - fixed wireless coverage map
- World Mobile Networks - fixed wireless coverage map
How Sierra County Compares to the Rest of California
Sierra County's report card score is 52nd of 58 and its connectivity index is 58th of 58.
| Measure | Sierra County | Rank among California counties | California | US | Leader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISP Report Card inputs: what providers offer here | |||||
| Fiber availability | 37.7% | Tied 37th of 58 | 62.4% | 71.5% | San Mateo County (84.9%) |
| Average top speed | 4,458 Mbps | 9th of 58 | 3,834 Mbps | 3,486 Mbps | Colusa County (6,304 Mbps) |
| Providers at a typical address | 2.3 | 58th of 58 | 8 | 7.1 | Alameda County (10.5) |
| Connectivity index inputs: how much households need and use the internet | |||||
| People per household | 2.2 | Tied 56th of 58 | 3.0 | 2.7 | Alpine County and Madera County (3.6) |
| Workers who work from home | 16% | Tied 21st of 58 | 17% | 15% | Marin County (32%) |
| Homes with a computer, tablet or phone | 84% | 58th of 58 | 97% | 96% | Alpine County and Mono County (99%) |
| Homes with internet | 76% | 58th of 58 | 94% | 91% | Contra Costa County and Marin County and 2 more (96%) |
| Homes on fiber, cable or DSL | 31% | 57th of 58 | 79% | 76% | Marin County (86%) |
| More about the households here | |||||
| Homes with a desktop or laptop | 73% | Tied 47th of 58 | 84% | 81% | Alpine County (92%) |
| Median household income | $58,267 | 57th of 58 | $111,728 | $93,246 | Santa Clara County ($169,968) |
| Residents in school (6th grade to college) | 16% | Tied 28th of 58 | 17% | 16% | Yolo County (27%) |
Fiber reaches 37.7% of homes in Sierra County, against 62.4% across California. Households in Sierra County are smaller than the US average (2.2 people against 2.7); 16% of workers work from home (US 15%); and the median household income is $58,267 (US $93,246).
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
How Sierra County Compares to Its Neighbors
Sierra County has 5 neighbors, 1 of them in Nevada. Among them, Washoe County, NV has the most homes with fiber (59.9%) and Nevada County the fewest (29.8%); Sierra County has 37.7%.
Map of Sierra County and its neighbors by ISP Report Card grade
Hover over or tap a county for its numbers, and click through to its page.
Sierra County and its neighbors
| County | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra County (this page) | 3,236 | 37.7% | 4,458 Mbps | 2.3 | C- | 21/100 |
| Washoe County, NV | 486,492 | 59.9% | 2,945 Mbps | 10.3 | B+ | 70/100 |
| Nevada County | 102,241 | 29.8% | 1,959 Mbps | 7.3 | B- | 62/100 |
| Yuba County | 81,575 | 38.0% | 2,417 Mbps | 8.7 | B | 65/100 |
| Lassen County | 32,730 | 46.1% | 2,009 Mbps | 4.7 | C | 27/100 |
| Plumas County | 19,790 | 58.9% | 5,165 Mbps | 3.5 | C | 32/100 |
Internet in Sierra County by City and ZIP Code
Each row links to that place’s page.
Cities and towns in Sierra County
| City or town | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyalton | 1,566 | 57.3% | 6,053 Mbps | 2.4 | C | 31/100 |
| Downieville | 378 | 0.0% | 20 Mbps | 3.3 | F | 24/100 |
| Calpine | 339 | 35.1% | 4,126 Mbps | 1.6 | C- | 20/100 |
| Sierra City | 289 | 0.0% | 10 Mbps | 2 | F | 18/100 |
| Sierraville | 233 | 69.1% | 8,003 Mbps | 2.2 | C | 48/100 |
| Alleghany | 75 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 17/100 |
| Sattley | 66 | 34.9% | 5,501 Mbps | 1.5 | C- | 22/100 |
| Verdi | 48 | 0.0% | 1,000 Mbps | 2 | D- | 28/100 |
| Goodyears Bar | 36 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 18/100 |
ZIP codes in Sierra County
| ZIP code | People | Homes with fiber | Average top speed | Providers at a typical address | Report card | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96118 (Loyalton) | 1,458 | 60.6% | 6,178 Mbps | 2.4 | C | 33/100 |
| 95936 (Downieville) | 382 | 0.0% | 19 Mbps | 3.2 | F | 25/100 |
| 96124 (Calpine) | 362 | 39.2% | 4,834 Mbps | 1.6 | C- | 20/100 |
| 96126 (Sierraville) | 290 | 67.2% | 7,838 Mbps | 2.2 | C | 39/100 |
| 96125 (Sierra City) | 270 | 0.0% | 10 Mbps | 2 | F | 17/100 |
| 96111 (Floriston) | 172 | 0.0% | 559 Mbps | 3.6 | D- | 37/100 |
| 95910 (Alleghany) | 66 | 0.0% | 25 Mbps | 0 | F | 16/100 |
| 95944 (Downieville) | 48 | 0.0% | 10 Mbps | 2 | F | 18/100 |
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in Sierra County?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by DigitalPath. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications 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 Sierra County
| Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications | 10,000 |
|---|---|
| Spectrum | 1,000 |
| DigitalPath | 400 |
| Viasat | 100 |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 |
| HughesNet | 25 |
| AT&T | 25 |
| EarthLink | 25 |
| World Mobile Networks | 25 |
How fast is your internet?
Test your connection here and see it next to the speeds providers advertise in Sierra County. It takes about 20 seconds and, on a fast line, can move a few hundred MB of data.
Customer Ratings for Sierra County Internet Providers
Based on 378 reviews from California internet customers, DigitalPath is the best internet service provider for Sierra County residents. DigitalPath was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications wins for second-place in California, with 5.00 out of 5 stars and 56.6% coverage in Sierra County.
At a national level, based on 3359 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.
Local, State, and National Ratings for all Sierra County Internet Providers
The table below shows average customer ratings from customers in Sierra County, California, and customers throughout the country.
| ISP / Tech Type | Sierra County Overall | California Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| DigitalPath | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| PST | (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 | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| World Mobile Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in Sierra County
Based on data reported by Sierra County ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the county are available through Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. The company offers speeds up to 10,000 Mbps in Sierra County. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 6,685 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 DigitalPath. This indicates DigitalPath reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
| ISP / Tech Type | Sierra County Speed | California Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| DigitalPath | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| PST | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | 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 | ||
| World Mobile Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in Sierra County?
Of the providers in Sierra County, customers rate Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications the best for price. Data comes from customers rating their satisfaction with pricing: in Sierra County 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.
Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications is rated 4.00 out of 5 for price, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. DigitalPath is rated second for affordability, with an average price rating of 3.00 out of 5.
The table below shows how customers in Sierra County, California, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in Sierra County
| ISP / Tech Type | Sierra County Affordability | California Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) |  (27) | (342) | View Plans | ||
| PST | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| DigitalPath | (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 | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (228) | (1949) | View Plans | ||
| World Mobile Networks | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Fiber, 5G, Cable and DSL Internet in Sierra County
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in Sierra County?
PST Fiber in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
37.7%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
10,000 Mbps
Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications offers Fiber service to 37.7% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, PST Fiber has speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in Sierra County?
DigitalPath Fixed Wireless in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
63.2%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
188 Mbps
DigitalPath offers Fixed Wireless service to 63.2% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, DigitalPath Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 188 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 100, with an average of 19 Mbps throughout the county.
PST Fixed Wireless in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
25.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
50 Mbps
Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications offers Fixed Wireless service to 25.7% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, PST Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 50 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
7.2%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 7.2% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 25 Mbps
AT&T Fixed Wireless in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
7.2%
Customer Rating:
(205)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 7.2% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 25 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(342)
Avg. Download Speed
44 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.5% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 44 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 7.4 Mbps throughout the county.
World Mobile Networks Fixed Wireless in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
2.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
World Mobile Networks offers Fixed Wireless service to 2.4% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, World Mobile Networks 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 Sierra County?
Spectrum Cable in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
1.5%
Customer Rating:
(1739)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 1.5% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, 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 Sierra County?
EarthLink DSL in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
23.5%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 23.5% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
AT&T DSL in Sierra County, CA
Availability:
23.5%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 23.5% of Sierra County homes. Across the county, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
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 Sierra County?
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 Sierra County is DigitalPath.
- The fastest internet provider should be Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, DigitalPath may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in Sierra County is PST.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and DigitalPath has the broadest coverage in Sierra County, available to 63.2% 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.