Best Shafter Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 6 choices for service in Shafter, 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 Shafter 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
1SpectrumCable940 Mbps35 Mbps99.5%
2AT&TDSL, Fiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps26.4%
3unWired Broadbandwireless30 Mbps7 Mbps100.0%
4Applied Technology Groupwireless25 Mbps10 Mbps100.0%
5ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
6HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Shafter 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 Shafter have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

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Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Shafter are compared to Kern County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to California overall?
Average download speeds in Shafter of 49.95 Mbps are faster than the Kern County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for California.

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Shafter 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 Shafter is 7.57 Mbps. This is 2.9% faster than the average in California and 34.7% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in Shafter is 244.2% faster than the Kern County average and 54.2% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Shafter is 7.57 Mbps. This is 77.7% faster than the Kern County average and 34.7% 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

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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 Shafter 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 Shafter, California.

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

Click through to see how the Shafter broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Calabasas, China Lake Acres, Crescent City, Montalvin Manor, Newport Beach, Orinda, San Miguel

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 6 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Shafter, 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 Shafter, California?

The following zip codes were used: 93206, 93263, 93308 and 93314

Who has the fastest internet service in Shafter?

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




Shafter 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.


Spectrum

  • 125+ channels
  • Flexible packages
  • 85,000 OnDemand titles
  • All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
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DISH

  • 290+ channels
  • Satellite coverage virtually anywhere
  • 4 video package tiers
  • Access to apps, Google assistant and 2000 hour smart DVR
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Hulu Live TV

  • 75+ channels
  • Access to premium Hulu originals
  • Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
  • 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
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YouTube TV

  • 85+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
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DIRECTV stream

  • 140+ channels
  • Unlimited cloud DVR
  • Local network and sports coverage
  • Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
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fuboTV

  • 180+ channels
  • 1000 hours of cloud DVR
  • Local network coverage
  • Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
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