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

Best Chester Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Chester, 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 Chester 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	Frontier	DSL, Fiber	115 Mbps	115 Mbps	99.2%
2	DigitalPath	wireless	75 Mbps	10 Mbps	99.9%
3	Zito West Holding	Cable	50 Mbps	5 Mbps	62.8%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Chester CA Internet Access Options

Studies have shown that the competition from having two or more broadband internet providers in a community leads to lower prices and better overall service.
The chart below graphs the segment of the population which has a choice of internet providers at four different ranges of download speeds.

Broadband Internet Speeds

For most users, the average download speed of their internet service is more important than their upload speed. However, upload speed plays at least some role for all users.
Average upload speeds in Chester of 0.76 Mbps are slower than the Plumas County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for California.

Chester Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Chester is 0.76 Mbps. This is 89.7% slower than the average in California and 93.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Chester is 34.5% slower than the Plumas County average and 85.5% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Chester is 0.76 Mbps. This is 55.6% slower than the Plumas County average and 93.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 19.5% of Plumas County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 8.3% of Plumas County residents
The average internet download speed in Plumas County is 7.16 Mbps based upon 40896 samples taken in the past year

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 Chester 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 Frontier as the top provider for Chester, California.

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

Click through to see how the Chester broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Alhambra, Auburn, Calexico, Casa De Oro Mount Helix, Clearlake, Greenville, Sacramento

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Chester, CA residents.

What is cable internet service?

Cable internet service streams data through the same coaxial cables used for cable television. In nearly all instances cable internet will be faster than DSL. Cable internet is available to nearly 90% of Americans but does not have as much coverage in remote areas as DSL.

What is Mbps?

Mbps is an abbreviation for Megabits Per Second and represents the rate of data transmission. A larger value for download Mbps or upload Mbps means a file will take less time to be sent than it will with an internet connection with a lower Mbps.

What download speed do I need to stream movies?

For HD movies and shows Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu all recommend a minimum of 5 Mbps. Streaming 4K/UHD content requires a minimum of 25 Mbps for Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, Disney+ and Hulu.

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

The following zip codes were used: 96020

Who has the fastest internet service in Chester?

Frontier with a download speed of 115 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Chester.

Chester 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.