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

Santa Margarita, CA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Santa Margarita, 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 Santa Margarita 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	100.0%
2	Outback Internet	wireless	35 Mbps	15 Mbps	100.0%
3	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
5	Wilson Creek Communications	wireless	25 Mbps	8 Mbps	16.0%

Santa Margarita 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

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Santa Margarita compare to San Luis Obispo County? The average speed in Santa Margarita is 10.63 Mbps which is slower than San Luis Obispo County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the California average of 26.06 Mbps.

Santa Margarita Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 0.0% of Santa Margarita residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Santa Margarita, CA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Santa Margarita is 23.8% slower than the San Luis Obispo County average and 67.2% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average internet download speed in Santa Margarita is 10.63 Mbps based upon 2920 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Fiber optic internet is available to 5.5% of San Luis Obispo County residents
The average download speed in Santa Margarita is 59.2% slower than the average in California and 67.2% 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 Santa Margarita 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 Santa Margarita, California.

Who has the fastest internet service in Santa Margarita?

Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Santa Margarita.

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

The following zip codes were used: 93453

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

Click through to see how the Santa Margarita broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ceres, Colma, Hermosa Beach, Oakley, Orange, Penngrove, West Puente Valley

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Santa Margarita, California population.

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 Santa Margarita, California?

Spectrum and Outback Internet provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Santa Margarita.

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 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.

Santa Margarita 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.