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

Best Palo Cedro Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Palo Cedro, 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 Palo Cedro 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	Velocity Communications	wireless	30 Mbps	3 Mbps	91.2%
2	Frontier	DSL, Fiber	115 Mbps	115 Mbps	76.6%
3	DigitalPath	wireless	25 Mbps	5 Mbps	81.6%
4	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	Warp2	wireless	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	17.2%

Palo Cedro 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 Palo Cedro of 0.76 Mbps are slower than the Shasta County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for California.

Palo Cedro Internet Access Facts

The average upload speed in Palo Cedro 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 Palo Cedro is 30% slower than the Shasta County average and 83.8% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Palo Cedro is 0.76 Mbps. This is 54.2% slower than the Shasta County average and 93.4% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 75.2% of Shasta County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 6.9% of Shasta County residents
The average internet download speed in Shasta County is 7.51 Mbps based upon 334136 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 Palo Cedro 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 Velocity Communications as the top provider for Palo Cedro, California.

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

Click through to see how the Palo Cedro broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Borrego Springs, Los Angeles, Lost Hills, Mi Wuk Village, Ojai, Sierra Madre, University Of California Davis

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 Palo Cedro, California?

The following zip codes were used: 96003 and 96073

Who has the fastest internet service in Palo Cedro?

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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there is 1 DSL provider in Palo Cedro - Frontier.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Palo Cedro 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.