West Sacramento, CA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in West Sacramento, 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 West Sacramento 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
1WaveDivision HoldingsCable, Fiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps98.3%
2AT&TDSL, Fiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps93.6%
3ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
4HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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West Sacramento 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 West Sacramento 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

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 West Sacramento of 6.83 Mbps are faster than the Yolo County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for California.

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West Sacramento Internet Access Facts

  • The average internet download speed in Yolo County is 19.98 Mbps based upon 723176 samples taken in the past year

  • The average upload speed in West Sacramento is 6.83 Mbps. This is 7.2% slower than the average in California and 41.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • The average download speed in West Sacramento is 79.3% faster than the Yolo County average and 10.6% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in West Sacramento is 6.83 Mbps. This is 28.4% faster than the Yolo County average and 41.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 87.5% of Yolo County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 36.3% of Yolo 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 West Sacramento 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 West Sacramento, California.

Who has the fastest internet service in West Sacramento?

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

What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for West Sacramento, California?

The following zip codes were used: 95605, 95618, 95620, 95691, 95798, 95799 and 95899

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

Click through to see how the West Sacramento broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Del Aire, Gardena, Kernville, Los Banos, Moorpark, Prunedale, Sonoma

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Yes, there are fiber internet providers in West Sacramento - 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 West Sacramento, California?

WaveDivision Holdings provides broadband internet service to 98.3% of West Sacramento.

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.




West Sacramento 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.


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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Sling

  • 50+ channels
  • 50 hours of DVR storage
  • No annual contracts
  • Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices
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