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

Carpinteria, California Broadband Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 3 choices for service in Carpinteria, 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 Carpinteria 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	Cox	Cable	300 Mbps	30 Mbps	96.7%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Carpinteria 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 Carpinteria have more than a single option at 25 Mbps, 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1000 Mbps? The diagram below shows a summary:

Broadband Internet Speeds

How does the average download speed for broadband internet in Carpinteria compare to Santa Barbara County? The average speed in Carpinteria is 28.24 Mbps which is faster than Santa Barbara County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the California average of 26.06 Mbps.

Carpinteria Internet Access Facts

DSL internet is available to 37.0% of Carpinteria residents
There are 3 residential internet providers in Carpinteria, CA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Carpinteria is 8.4% faster than the average in California and 12.8% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 10.8% of the Santa Barbara County population
The average internet download speed in Carpinteria is 28.24 Mbps based upon 32312 measurements taken in the last 12 months
Cable internet is available to 96.1% of the Carpinteria population

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 Carpinteria 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 Cox as the top provider for Carpinteria, California.

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

Click through to see how the Carpinteria broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Brookdale, East Tulare Villa, Laguna Beach, Manhattan Beach, San Francisco, Temple City, Woodbridge

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 Carpinteria, California?

The following zip codes were used: 93013 and 93014

Who has the fastest internet service in Carpinteria?

Cox with a download speed of 300 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Carpinteria.

Is there DSL internet service near me?

Unlikely. Our records indicate there are no DSL providers that offer coverage to more than 15% of residents in Carpinteria, California.

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.

Carpinteria 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.