Empire, CA High Speed Internet Service

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 8 choices for service in Empire, 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 Empire 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
1SpectrumCable940 Mbps35 Mbps100.0%
2AT&TDSL, Fiber1000 Mbps1000 Mbps76.8%
3XfinityCable987 Mbps35 Mbps17.2%
4Ayera Technologieswireless60 Mbps60 Mbps100.0%
5unWired Broadbandwireless30 Mbps7 Mbps100.0%
6Cal.netwireless25 Mbps5 Mbps59.8%
7ViaSatSatellite100 Mbps3 Mbps100%
8HughesNetSatellite25 Mbps3 Mbps100%
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Empire 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 Empire 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 Empire of 4.16 Mbps are slower than the Stanislaus County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for California.

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Empire Internet Access Facts

  • The average download speed in Empire is 100.4% faster than the Stanislaus County average and 4.2% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

  • The average upload speed in Empire is 4.16 Mbps. This is 10.3% slower than the Stanislaus County average and 64.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps

  • Cable internet is available to 93.1% of Stanislaus County residents

  • Fiber optic internet is available to 16.3% of Stanislaus County residents

  • The average internet download speed in Stanislaus County is 16.84 Mbps based upon 1015440 samples taken in the past year

  • The average download speed in Empire is 29.5% faster than the average in California and 4.2% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps

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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 Empire 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 Spectrum as the top provider for Empire, California.

Who has the fastest internet service in Empire?

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

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

The following zip codes were used: 95319 and 95357

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

Click through to see how the Empire broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Calimesa, Clayton, Laguna Hills, Linda, Pine Valley, San Leandro, Thornton

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.

What is fixed wireless internet service?

Fixed wireless internet is typical used in rural areas where there are no buried telephone or cable lines. An antenna is attached to the home or business which transmits and receives data from access point towers. Download speeds are typically much better than with satellite.

Which internet service provider offers the most coverage in Empire, California?

Spectrum, Ayera Technologies and unWired Broadband provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Empire.

How many broadband service providers are there near me?

Currently there are 8 companies that provide internet service to at least 15% of Empire, CA residents.

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 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.




Empire 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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