South Dos Palos, 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 South Dos Palos, 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 South Dos Palos 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
1XfinityCable987 Mbps35 Mbps36.6%
2unWired Broadbandwireless30 Mbps7 Mbps100.0%
3Cal.netwireless25 Mbps5 Mbps100.0%
4ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
5HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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South Dos Palos 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.

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Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in South Dos Palos compare to Merced County? The average speed in South Dos Palos is 13.2 Mbps which is slower than Merced County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is slower than the California average of 26.06 Mbps.

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South Dos Palos Internet Access Facts

  • The average upload speed in South Dos Palos is 2.95 Mbps. This is 59.9% slower than the average in California and 74.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in South Dos Palos is 19% slower than the Merced County average and 59.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in South Dos Palos is 2.95 Mbps. This is 27.3% slower than the Merced County average and 74.6% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 78.7% of Merced County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 10.8% of Merced County residents

  • The average internet download speed in Merced County is 16.3 Mbps based upon 387648 samples taken in the past year

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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 South Dos Palos 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 Xfinity as the top provider for South Dos Palos, California.

Who has the fastest internet service in South Dos Palos?

Xfinity with a download speed of 987 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in South Dos Palos.

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for South Dos Palos, California?

The following zip codes were used: 93620 and 93665

How do the internet speeds in South Dos Palos compare to other cities in California?

Click through to see how the South Dos Palos broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Ceres, China Lake Acres, Colton, Lamont, Mount Hermon, Pine Mountain Club, Redway

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 South Dos Palos, 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 South Dos Palos, California?

unWired Broadband and Cal.net provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of South Dos Palos.

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.




South Dos Palos 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.


Xfinity

  • 260+ channels
  • Award winning voice remote
  • Customize your plan
  • Watch TV, DVR and OnDemand anywhere with the Xfinity Stream app
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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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