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Internet providers in Santa Cruz, CA

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1. AT&T
38% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
5000Mbps

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2. EarthLink
93% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
5000Mbps

User Rating(77)ā—Š

Ranked #1 Overall by Highspeedinternet.com customer satisfaction survey for 2021 & 2022.

3. Xfinity
99% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1200Mbps

Double the speed-faster than ever! Enjoy more speed with150Mbps internet for $25/mo for 1 year.

4. Hughesnet
99% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(282)ā—Š

New customers get $25 off per month their first year. Terms apply.

5. Viasat
77% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps
6. Spectrum
25% available in Santa Cruz
Spectrum
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)

Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply.

7. Surfnet Communications
82% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
8. Etheric Networks
99% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
25Mbps
9. Cruzio Internet
99% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
1. Comcast Business
99% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps

User Rating(40)ā—Š
2. Earthlink Business
80% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
5000Mbps
3. Hughesnet
99% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
100Mbps

User Rating(282)ā—Š

New customers get $25 off per month their first year. Terms apply.

4. Viasat
77% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Satellite
Download speeds up to
150Mbps
5. Spectrum
25% available in Santa Cruz
Spectrum
Connection:
Cable
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)

Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply.

6. Ooma
79% available in Santa Cruz
Ooma
Connection:
Wireless LTE
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
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7. Zayo Group
20% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
DSL, Fiber, Fixed Wireless & Other Copper Wireline
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
8. Surfnet Communications
82% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
100Mbps
9. Etheric Networks
99% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fixed Wireless
Download speeds up to
25Mbps
10. Cruzio Internet
99% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Fiber
Download speeds up to
1000Mbps
1. Mint
Available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Mobile
Mint
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Ratingā—Š
2. Visible
Available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Mobile
Visible
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Ratingā—Š
3. Verizon Wireless
62% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Mobile
Verizon Wireless
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Ratingā—Š
4. Xfinity Mobile
Available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Mobile
Xfinity Mobile
4GLTE Speeds may vary

User Ratingā—Š
5. AT&T Wireless
96% available in Santa Cruz
Connection:
Mobile
AT&T Wireless
5G Speeds may vary

User Ratingā—Š

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0ā€“5 Mbps

Works for:

  • Checking email
  • Streaming music on one device
  • Searching on Google

5ā€“40 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video on one device
  • Video calling with Skype or FaceTime
  • Online gaming for one player

40ā€“100 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming HD video on a few devices
  • Multiplayer online gaming
  • Downloading large files

100ā€“500 Mbps

Works for:

  • Streaming video in UHD on multiple screens
  • Downloading files quickly
  • Gaming online for multiple players

500ā€“1,000+ Mbps

Works for:

  • Doing a lot of almost anything

Internet in Santa Cruz

Moving towns or switching internet providers can be confusing and stressful. Comparing internet providers against the averages in the Santa Cruz area can help you choose the right internet and get back to your life.

Average starting price
$72.77/mo

Average speed
179.2 Mbps

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Santa Cruz Residential Internet Coverage

The California city of Santa Cruz has over 64,000 residents. With its proximity to state parks, the ocean, and other natural attractions, it's a major option for residents and tourists. Several internet service providers bring coverage to this region.

Those interested in getting DSL or fiber optic internet can find what they need with AT&T. AT&T has a DSL network and a fiber network. Together, they span all of Santa Cruz, running to Bonny Doon in the north, Delaware Avenue in the south, Cabrillo in the west, and Soquel in the east.

Xfinity is an established cable service provider in Santa Cruz. Through this provider, cable coverage is available in all of Santa Cruz. Charter is another cable option, but its network is limited to the eastern edges of Santa Cruz.

Sonic.net is an option for many Santa Cruz residents. High-speed coverage is accessible in neighborhoods like Paradise Park, Empira Grade, and Broadway.

The coverage area of New Edge Networks is similar to that of Sonic.net. Service extends to the entire city, reaching beyond the city limits in several directions.

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Data based on internet speed tests performed in Santa Cruz

Average download speed
179.23 Mbps

Average upload speed
41.21 Mbps

Average latency (ping)
15.83 ms

Average jitter
29.43 ms

 

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Learn more about AT&T

Learn more about EarthLink

Learn more about Xfinity

Learn more about Hughesnet

Learn more about Viasat

Learn more about Spectrum

Learn more about Surfnet Communications

Learn more about Etheric Networks

Learn more about Cruzio Internet

What is the best internet provider in Santa Cruz?

  • AT&T - Great value
  • EarthLink - Multiple service types available
  • Xfinity - High speeds widely available
  • Hughesnet - Perfect for rural areas
  • Viasat - Widely available
  • Spectrum - No data caps

Compare internet providers in your area

Still unsure which internet provider to choose? Check out some of our head-to-head comparisons to help narrow down your decision.

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Summary of Santa Cruz internet providers

Provider Type Download speeds up to User rating Order online
AT&T Fiber 5000 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for AT&T
EarthLink Fiber 5000 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for EarthLink
Xfinity Cable 1200 Mbps 3.5/5 View Plans for Xfinity
Hughesnet Satellite 100 Mbps 3/5 View Plans for Hughesnet
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps 3/5 View Plans for Viasat
Spectrum Cable 1000 Mbps
(wireless speeds may vary)
3.5/5
Surfnet Communications Fixed Wireless 100 Mbps 4.0/5 View Plans for Surfnet Communications
Etheric Networks Fixed Wireless 25 Mbps 5.0/5 View Plans for Etheric Networks
Cruzio Internet Fiber 1000 Mbps 5.0/5 View Plans for Cruzio Internet

Availability and speeds displayed are not guaranteed and are subject to change.

Technology Type

DSL:

DSL provides internet service via phone cables and is up to ten times faster than dial-up service.

Cable:

Cable provides internet speeds faster than DSL through the same cables used for cable TV.

Satellite:

Satellite internet is widely available, but offers slower speeds due to a far-traveling signal.

Fiber:

Fiber relies on glass strands to relay digital code and is much faster than both DSL and cable.

Customer reviews of internet providers in Santa Cruz

Don't worry, you're not alone out there. Read some reviews from verified customers to get the real scoop
on internet providers in Santa Cruz.

AT&T

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GLEN B | 01-24-2022

Both slow and unreliable when it's working. Waiting two weeks for repair and still no work started.

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AT&T

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GLEN B | 01-24-2022

Both slow and unreliable when it's working. Waiting two weeks for repair and still no work started.

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