Oakhurst, California Broadband Internet Service
Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 5 choices for service in Oakhurst, 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 Oakhurst 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 |
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1 | Vyve Broadband Investments | Cable | 100 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 96.2% |
2 | unWired Broadband | wireless | 30 Mbps | 7 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | Sierra Tel Communications Group | DSL, Fiber | 50 Mbps | 25 Mbps | 78.8% |
4 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
5 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Oakhurst 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.
Broadband Internet Speeds
Curious how fast the average internet speeds in Oakhurst are compared to Madera County? Also, curious how the speeds compare to California overall?
Average download speeds in Oakhurst of 19.03 Mbps are faster than the Madera County average download speeds and slower than the statewide average for California.
Oakhurst Internet Access Facts
Fiber optic internet is available to 34.8% of Oakhurst residents
The average internet download speed in Madera County is 15.68 Mbps based upon 183624 samples taken in the past year
The average upload speed in Oakhurst is 2.66 Mbps. This is 63.9% slower than the average in California and 77.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
The average download speed in Oakhurst is 21.4% faster than the Madera County average and 41.3% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
The average upload speed in Oakhurst is 2.66 Mbps. This is 17.4% slower than the Madera County average and 77.1% slower than the national average of 11.56 Mbps
Cable internet is available to 75.3% of Madera County residents
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 Oakhurst 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 Vyve Broadband Investments as the top provider for Oakhurst, California.
Who has the fastest internet service in Oakhurst?
Vyve Broadband Investments and ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provide the fastest internet service in Oakhurst.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Oakhurst, California?
The following zip codes were used: 93644
What is fiber internet service?
Fiber internet service transmits data by sending pulses of light over thin glass fiber optic cable. In most cases fiber internet service download speeds will be faster than cable or DSL, however, fiber service is limited with less than half of Americans living in an area with fiber coverage.
What internet download speed do I need?
Consider the following general rules of thumb when determining the download speed you need for your new Oakhurst internet service.
Speed | Devices | Typical Usage |
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25+ Mbps | 1-2 devices | Web browsing Music streaming HD video streaming |
100+ Mbps | 3-5 devices | Video conferencing 4K video streaming Online gaming |
1000+ Mbps | 6+ devices | Multiple video or 4K streams Zero latency gaming |
How do the internet speeds in Oakhurst compare to other cities in California?
Click through to see how the Oakhurst broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Clayton, Cloverdale, Eastvale, Fontana, Meiners Oaks, Olivehurst, Squirrel Mountain Valley
Is there fiber internet service near me?
Yes, there is 1 fiber internet provider in Oakhurst - Sierra Tel Communications Group.
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 Oakhurst, California?
unWired Broadband provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Oakhurst.
Oakhurst 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
Hulu Live TV
- 75+ channels
- Access to premium Hulu originals
- Includes Disney+ and ESPN+
- 2 simultaneous streams supported on a broad array of devices
YouTube TV
- 85+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Sports plus, Spanish plus and premium movie add-ons
DIRECTV stream
- 140+ channels
- Unlimited cloud DVR
- Local network and sports coverage
- Unlimited streams in-home. TV to go with the DIRECTV app
fuboTV
- 180+ channels
- 1000 hours of cloud DVR
- Local network coverage
- Extensive sports coverage plus sports add-on packages
Sling
- 50+ channels
- 50 hours of DVR storage
- No annual contracts
- Up to 4 simultaneous streams across a wide variety of devices