Who is our top ranked provider in Bakersfield CA? [Updated]

Bakersfield, California Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Bakersfield, CA that meet this minimum speed threshold. Of course, many households will find this minimum speed is not sufficient for their needs, especially if they often have multiple downloads occurring simultaneously.
We aim to help you find the best choice when shopping for high speed internet service in Bakersfield by using our ranking algorithm that takes into consideration the upload speed, download speed, coverage area and overall value. A summary of our results is as follows:

Rank	Provider	Tech	Max Download Speed	Max Upload Speed	Availability
1	Spectrum	Cable	940 Mbps	35 Mbps	99.8%
2	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	90.1%
3	unWired Broadband	wireless	30 Mbps	7 Mbps	100.0%
4	Applied Technology Group	wireless	25 Mbps	10 Mbps	100.0%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Bakersfield CA Internet Access Options

When it comes to high speed internet availability, download speeds and overall customer satisfaction, cities with more than a single provider more often than not lead in all of these categories.
Does Bakersfield have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Bakersfield compare to Kern County? The average speed in Bakersfield is 21.37 Mbps which is faster than Kern County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the California average of 26.06 Mbps.

Bakersfield Internet Access Facts

The average internet download speed in Kern County is 14.51 Mbps based upon 2719592 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Bakersfield is 5.65 Mbps. This is 23.2% slower than the average in California and 51.3% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Bakersfield is 47.3% faster than the Kern County average and 34% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Bakersfield is 5.65 Mbps. This is 32.6% faster than the Kern County average and 51.3% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 88.2% of Kern County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 18.0% of Kern County residents

Internet Access Technologies

DSL, Cable, Fiber and Fixed Wireless are four common types of technology used to provide internet access. The following chart shows the percentage of Bakersfield residents who have access to each of these technology types.

Internet Service FAQs

Who has the best internet service near me?

Our proprietary algorithm that takes into consideration download speed, upload speed, availability and overall value ranks Spectrum as the top provider for Bakersfield, California.

Who has the fastest internet service in Bakersfield?

AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Bakersfield.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Bakersfield, California?

The following zip codes were used: 93203, 93220, 93301, 93302, 93303, 93304, 93305, 93306, 93307, 93308, 93309, 93311, 93312, 93313, 93314, 93380, 93381, 93382, 93383, 93384, 93385, 93386, 93387, 93389 and 93390

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Bakersfield internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

How do the internet speeds in Bakersfield compare to other cities in California?

Click through to see how the Bakersfield broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: East Sonora, Gonzales, Marina Del Rey, Romoland, Silver Lakes, Squirrel Mountain Valley, Twain Harte

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Bakersfield - AT&T.

What is DSL internet service?

DSL provides internet service via phone lines but at speeds typically 100x or more than old fashioned dial-up service over those same phone lines. Download speeds are typically slower than cable, but DSL is more likely to be available in a remote location than cable.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Bakersfield, California?

unWired Broadband and Applied Technology Group provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Bakersfield.

Bakersfield Cable TV, Satellite TV and Streaming Services

Our ranking of internet service plans can make choosing a new provider fairly easy. Selecting a TV provider is more difficult as additional variables are involved. If you are a heavy TV viewer and/or watch in multiple rooms at the same time, a traditional cable TV package or satellite TV provider may be the best option for you. However, if you live in a rental property or a heavily wooded area, satellite TV may not be a viable option. Streaming TV packages can be a good option for many, especially if your internet plan does not have a data limit. Read through the pros and cons of the various TV packages available to you and chose the best match to your viewing needs.