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Internet Providers in Fairfax, California

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Home Internet in Fairfax, CA

  • 1. AT&T
    Speeds Up To
    5 Gbps
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    Connection: IPBB, Fiber
    Availability: 92.4%
    Fairfax speed tests confirm high speeds for AT&T Internet
  • 2. Xfinity
    Speeds Up To
    2 Gbps
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    Connection: Cable
    Availability: 99.4%
    Fairfax speed tests confirm high speeds for Xfinity
  • 3. Viasat
    Speeds Up To
    150 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • 4. HughesNet
    Speeds Up To
    100 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Starlink
    Download Speeds:
    50 - 220 Mbps
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    Connection: Satellite
    Availability: 100%
  • Unwired
    Speeds Up To
    300 Mbps
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    Connection: Fixed Wireless
    Availability: 32.2%

Best Internet Providers in Fairfax, CA

Fairfax, California is home to a plethora of internet service providers, all vying for the top spot. Currently, Xfinity holds that title, covering 99% of the area with their reliably fast cable connection. The impressive part? They offer speeds reaching up to 1.2 Gbps, swiftly catering to those who need it most. Xfinity offers an irresistible balance between cost and performance, starting at a modest $35 a month.

However, AT&T Internet isn't far behind. Covering 62% of Fairfax with either IPBB or fiber connections, AT&T offers an astounding maximum download speed of 5 Gbps, outpacing Xfinity's top speed. Although starting at $55 a month, their plans might be worth the expense for speed-hungry users.

Viasat Internet fits perfectly for those without access to either cable or fiber services, serving as a satellite provider covering the entirety of Fairfax. While it offers a maximum download speed of 100 Mbps, significantly lower than its cable and fiber counterparts, Viasat's availability percentage of 100% is unrivalled. Beginning at $49.99 a month, these plans serve as a value-filled alternative in the broadband market.

What’s a Good Internet Speed?

Internet Speed Appropriate For Providers in your Area offering this Speed Availability in your Area
100 Mbps
  • Streaming
  • Video chat
  • Online gaming
  • Larger households
  • Viasat
  • HughesNet
  • Starlink
  • Unwired
100%
1000 Mbps (1 Gbps)
  • Heavy streaming (4K video
  • multiple devices
  • etc.)
  • Video chat
  • Lag-free gaming
  • Large households
  • AT&T
  • Xfinity
99.42999999999999%

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Provider Connection Types in Fairfax, CA

Connection Type About this Connection Type Availability in Fairfax, CA
Satellite
  • Available even in very rural areas
  • Typically has high latency (lag)
100%
DSL
  • Typically about 100 Mbps
  • Slower than Cable or Fiber
53.1%
Cable
  • Typically 250 Mbps - 1 Gbps
  • Widely available
  • A good choice for most users
99.09%
Fiber
  • Typically 1 Gbps or faster
  • Upload speeds match download speeds
62.12%

List of Internet Providers in Fairfax, CA

Provider Type Top Speed
AT&T IPBB, Fiber 5 Gbps
Xfinity Cable 2 Gbps
Viasat Satellite 150 Mbps
HughesNet Satellite 100 Mbps
Starlink Satellite 220 Mbps
Unwired Fixed Wireless 300 Mbps

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