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

Best Shandon Internet Service Providers

Broadband is defined as internet service with a minimum download speed of 25 Mbps. There are 4 choices for service in Shandon, 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 Shandon 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	Ranch WiFi	DSL	25 Mbps	10 Mbps	64.2%
2	ViaSat	Satellite	100 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%
3	Surfnet Communications	wireless	25 Mbps	18 Mbps	44.0%
4	HughesNet	Satellite	25 Mbps	3 Mbps	100%

Shandon 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

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 Shandon of 3.6 Mbps are slower than the San Luis Obispo County upload speeds and slower than the statewide average for California.

Shandon Internet Access Facts

Fiber optic internet is available to 5.5% of San Luis Obispo County residents
DSL internet is available to 96.6% of Shandon residents
There are 4 residential internet providers in Shandon, CA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Shandon is 28.8% slower than the average in California and 42.7% slower than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
DSL internet is available to 0.6% of the San Luis Obispo County population
The average internet download speed in Shandon is 18.56 Mbps based upon 336 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 Shandon 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 Ranch WiFi as the top provider for Shandon, California.

Who has the fastest internet service in Shandon?

ViaSat with a download speed of 100 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Shandon.

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

The following zip codes were used: 93461

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 Shandon internet service.

Speed	Devices	Typical Usage
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 Shandon compare to other cities in California?

Click through to see how the Shandon broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: El Dorado Hills, Live Oak, Pasadena, Rolling Hills, Saticoy, Sunnyside Tahoe City, Ukiah

Is there fiber internet service near me?

Most likely there is not. Our latest information shows there are no fiber internet providers offering coverage to more than 15% of the Shandon, California population.

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 Shandon, California?

Ranch WiFi provides broadband internet service to 64.2% of Shandon.

Shandon 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.