Wasco, 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 Wasco, 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 Wasco 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 | Spectrum | Cable | 940 Mbps | 35 Mbps | 77.3% |
2 | unWired Broadband | wireless | 30 Mbps | 7 Mbps | 100.0% |
3 | Applied Technology Group | wireless | 25 Mbps | 10 Mbps | 100.0% |
4 | ViaSat | Satellite | 100 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
5 | HughesNet | Satellite | 25 Mbps | 3 Mbps | 100% |
Wasco 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 Wasco 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 Wasco compare to Kern County? The average speed in Wasco is 47.13 Mbps which is faster than Kern County overall.
On a statewide basis this download speed is faster than the California average of 26.06 Mbps.
Wasco Internet Access Facts
Cable internet is available to 88.2% of Kern County residents
Cable internet is available to 77.3% of the Wasco population
Fiber optic internet is available to 18.0% of Kern County residents
DSL internet is available to 100.0% of Wasco residents
There are 5 residential internet providers in Wasco, CA providing service to at least 15% of the city
The average download speed in Wasco is 80.9% faster than the average in California and 45.5% faster than the national average of 32.4 Mbps
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 Wasco 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 Wasco, California.
Who has the fastest internet service in Wasco?
Spectrum with a download speed of 940 Mbps provides the fastest internet service in Wasco.
What locations were used in calculating broadband internet coverage for Wasco, California?
The following zip codes were used: 93280
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 Wasco 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 Wasco compare to other cities in California?
Click through to see how the Wasco broadband speeds compare to these other cities throughout the state: Atherton, Golden Hills, Gridley, Orange Cove, Pinole, San Jacinto, Sunol
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 Wasco, 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 Wasco, California?
unWired Broadband and Applied Technology Group provides broadband internet service to 100.0% of Wasco.
Wasco 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.
Spectrum
- 125+ channels
- Flexible packages
- 85,000 OnDemand titles
- All plans feature sports, breaking news, movies plus Spectrum Originals
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