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

Shell Ridge, California Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 7 choices for service in Shell Ridge, 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 Shell Ridge 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	WaveDivision Holdings	Cable, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	99.6%
2	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	100.0%
3	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	78.8%
4	Etheric Networks	wireless	80 Mbps	80 Mbps	100.0%
5	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
6	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
7	Sonic Telecom	DSL	40 Mbps	2 Mbps	25.4%

Shell Ridge 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

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Shell Ridge are compared to Contra Costa County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to California overall?
Average download speeds in Shell Ridge of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Contra Costa County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for California.

Shell Ridge Internet Access Facts

Cable internet is available to 96.9% of Contra Costa County residents
Fiber optic internet is available to 38.1% of Contra Costa County residents
The average internet download speed in Contra Costa County is 26.6 Mbps based upon 4169808 samples taken in the past year
The average download speed in Shell Ridge is 23.9% faster than the average in California and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Shell Ridge is 7.19 Mbps. This is 7.6% slower than the Contra Costa County average and 38% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Fiber optic internet is available to 44.7% of Shell Ridge residents

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 Shell Ridge 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 WaveDivision Holdings as the top provider for Shell Ridge, California.

Who has the fastest internet service in Shell Ridge?

WaveDivision Holdings and AT&T with a download speed of 1000 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Shell Ridge.

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

The following zip codes were used: 94598

What is fiber internet service?

Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.

What internet download speed do I need?

Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Shell Ridge internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
25+ Mbps	1-2 devices	Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming
100+ Mbps	3-5 devices	Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming
1000+ Mbps	6+ devices	Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming

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

Click through to see how the Shell Ridge broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Arnold, Bonita, Cambrian Park, Edwards Afb, Firebaugh, Isla Vista, Pleasant Hill

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there are fiber internet providers in Shell Ridge - WaveDivision Holdings and AT&T.

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 Shell Ridge, California?

Xfinity and Etheric Networks provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Shell Ridge.

Shell Ridge 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.