Who is our top ranked provider in Alum Rock CA? [Updated]

Alum Rock, CA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 7 choices for service in Alum Rock, 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 Alum Rock 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	AT&T	DSL, Fiber	1000 Mbps	1000 Mbps	99.5%
2	Xfinity	Cable	987 Mbps	35 Mbps	99.5%
3	Cruzio Holdings	wireless	100 Mbps	100 Mbps	100.0%
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	80 Mbps	20 Mbps	15.3%

Alum Rock CA Internet Access Options

More internet service competition in a city encourages providers to continue to build out and improve their network in addition to keeping prices fair.
The following represents the percentage of population in Alum Rock which have access to at least two internet service providers with a particular internet access speed:

Broadband Internet Speeds

Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Alum Rock are compared to Santa Clara County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to California overall?
Average download speeds in Alum Rock of 32.3 Mbps are faster than the Santa Clara County average download speeds and faster than the statewide average for California.

Alum Rock Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 30.6% of Santa Clara County residents
DSL internet is available to 100.0% of Alum Rock residents
There are 7 residential internet providers in Alum Rock, CA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Alum Rock is 23.9% faster than the average in California and 0.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 79.6% of the Santa Clara County population
The average internet download speed in Alum Rock is 32.3 Mbps based upon 17624 measurements taken in the last 12 months

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 Alum Rock 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 AT&T as the top provider for Alum Rock, California.

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

Click through to see how the Alum Rock broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Aptos Hills Larkin Valley, Belvedere, Holtville, Lagunitas Forest Knolls, Montecito, Reedley, Ridgemark

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 Alum Rock, California?

The following zip codes were used: 95127

Who has the fastest internet service in Alum Rock?

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

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Yes, there are 2 DSL providers in Alum Rock - AT&T and Sonic Telecom.

What is an internet data cap?

Some internet providers on their lowest end plans limit the amount of data that can be downloaded in a month. Like cellular phone plans, when that usage limit is hit, an additional charge is added to the customer's bill. Data caps are typically 1TB or more. In a month you could send 40,000 emails, streaming music 24 hours a data, surf the web 24 hours a day plus stream HD video 12 hours a day and still not hit a 1TB limit. Fewer than 10% of customers hit their data caps in a month.

Alum Rock 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.