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

Best Rainbow Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Rainbow, 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 Rainbow 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	San Diego Broadband	wireless	100 Mbps	30 Mbps	100.0%
2	Palomar Broadband	wireless	50 Mbps	50 Mbps	58.4%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	AT&T	DSL	100 Mbps	20 Mbps	23.0%

Rainbow 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 Rainbow of 7.19 Mbps are slower than the San Diego County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for California.

Rainbow Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 83.5% of the San Diego County population
The average internet download speed in Rainbow is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 0.0% of the Rainbow population
Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Rainbow residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Rainbow, CA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Rainbow is 22.3% faster than the San Diego County average and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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 Rainbow 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 San Diego Broadband as the top provider for Rainbow, California.

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

Click through to see how the Rainbow broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Agoura Hills, Aromas, Ladera, Lafayette, Menlo Park, Tiburon, Walnut Grove

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 5 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Rainbow, 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 Rainbow, California?

The following zip codes were used: 92028

Who has the fastest internet service in Rainbow?

San Diego Broadband, ViaSat and AT&T with a download speed of 100 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Rainbow.

Rainbow 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.