Auburn, CA Internet
Internet Providers in Auburn, CA
Compare every internet provider in Auburn, CA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedAstound Broadband is the best overall pick, with cable speeds up to 1,500 Mbps reaching about 46% of Auburn, while its broader footprint across technologies reaches about 51%. If AT&T’s fiber reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 17% of the city, though its overall footprint is about 70%.
North Auburn leans Astound, covering about 41% of ZIP 95603 with cable, while AT&T fiber reaches about 31% there, making this one of the stronger areas for very fast service. ZIP 95602 is more mixed, with Astound cable covering about 21%, Astound fiber about 16%, and Optimum cable about 13%, while Race Communications fiber reaches about 4%. ZIP 95604 is the clearest fiber pocket, where AT&T reaches about 55% and Astound cable about 35%, so Auburn Ravine, Auburn Oaks, and Indian Hill can vary sharply by street. Sierra College students should check apartment-specific options carefully, especially where older DSL or copper infrastructure may complicate Zoom, streaming, or gaming. Fixed wireless from Cal.net, Verizon, T-Mobile, or others may be useful where wired service misses, but coverage changes street to street, so confirm the exact address before choosing.
Best Internet Providers in Auburn, CA
Best plan here: Gig WiFi — faster than 81% of all internet options in California
- Gig WiFi$200 Gift CardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$40Per month
Source: Astound Broadband official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Astound Broadband is a top-tier option in Auburn, with a Speed Score of 81/100 that is above the city average of 54. Its Gig WiFi fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1500 Mbps upload for $40 per month, plus a $200 reward card, but it is available to only about 8% of the city. Because availability depends on your address, confirm that this fiber plan reaches your home before signing up.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Astound Broadband
Astound Broadband is an excellent option for demanding internet use, but its best plan is available at only about 8% of Auburn addresses. Its Gig WiFi fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 1500 Mbps upload for $40 per month, plus a $200 reward card, with a strong 81/100 Speed Score, so check your address to see whether this fast fiber option is available.
Available Plans
Cable
Fiber
Copper
Best plan here: 500 Mbps Internet — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
Badge = fastest plan reaching at least 5% of the city. 1 Gig Internet scores higher but reaches ~4%.
- 1 Gig Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo · $50 Prepaid cardCable940 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps Internet$40/mo promotional rate, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40Per month
- 300 Mbps Internet$25/mo for 12 monthsCable300 MbpsDownload72Our score$25Per month
Source: Optimum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Good
Good
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Homes that stream, game, and connect multiple devices should find Optimum a reliable choice, with its 500 Mbps cable plan offering up to 500 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload for $40 per month. Its 80/100 Speed Score is above Auburn’s city average of 54, making it a competitive option. Availability depends on your address, and the 500 Mbps plan reaches about 21% of Auburn, while the 1 Gig plan is available to about 4%.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Optimum
Optimum is a strong fit for households that want fast cable internet for streaming, gaming, work, and multiple connected devices, with plans offering up to 940 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 80/100. Its 500 Mbps plan is available to 21.3% of Auburn at $40 per month, while the 1 Gig option reaches only about 4% of the city, so confirm your address before choosing the fastest service; the 300 Mbps plan is a solid lower-cost fallback at $25 per month for 12 months.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Best plan here: AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed — faster than 95% of all internet options in California
- AT&T Internet 5 GIG speed$90/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 discount applies for 12 months on 1Gb+ plans) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG speed$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers; up to $30 off for 12 months; full plan cost due until discount starts within 3 bills) · $150 Visa reward cardFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500Mbps$50/mo for 12 months (new AT&T Fiber customers, $15/mo discount for 12 months applies after up to 3 bill cycles) · $100 Visa reward cardFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward CardFiber300 MbpsDownload72Our score$35Per month
- AT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
At $35/mo for 12 months, AT&T Fiber 300Mbps offers up to 300 Mbps both ways plus a $200 reward card, while the $90/mo 5 GIG plan offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways. AT&T’s fiber is an excellent choice, with the 5 GIG plan earning a 95/100 Speed Score, well above Auburn’s city average of 54. Fiber plans reach about 19% of the city, so availability depends on your address; where fiber is unavailable, Internet Air offers up to 300/30 Mbps at $40/mo, but fixed wireless can be less consistent.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About AT&T
AT&T offers strong value, from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps to $90/mo for up to 5,000 Mbps, with fiber plans providing excellent, symmetrical speeds and the 5 GIG plan earning a 95/100 speed score. Fiber availability is address-dependent at about 17% to 19% of Auburn, while Internet Air reaches about 33% with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber first because the fixed wireless fallback may be less consistent for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Best plan here: Fiber 5 Gig — faster than 95% of all internet options in California
- Fiber 5 Gig$104.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher, maintain service for 365 days) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$104.99Per month
- Fiber 2 Gig$79.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$79.99Per month
- Fiber 1 Gig$64.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig plan) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 500$44.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Best Buy promo code for Samsung productsFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$44.99Per month
- Fiber 200$29.99/mo for 12 months (new customers, Fiber 1 Gig or higher for Samsung credit) · $400 Samsung / Best Buy promo codeFiber200 MbpsDownload59Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Frontier’s headline Speed Score of 95/100 represents up to 5,000 Mbps both ways with Fiber 5 Gig, enough for heavy streaming, gaming, large uploads, and many connected devices. This fiber plan is a top-tier option and scores above Auburn’s city average of 54. Fiber 5 Gig is available to about 3% of Auburn, so confirm your address qualifies before relying on this excellent performance.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Frontier
Frontier’s up to 5,000 Mbps Fiber 5 Gig plan, with matching upload speeds, can comfortably handle large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy simultaneous use. Its fiber plans offer excellent performance, but availability is limited to about 3% of Auburn, so check your address first; the listed plans are all fiber, with no slower fallback option shown here.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Race Communications
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 81% of all internet options in California
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Race Communications is a top-tier option in Auburn, with fiber offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 1000 Mbps upload and a Speed Score of 81/100. This plan reaches about 1% of the city, so check your address to confirm availability before choosing it.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Race Communications
Race Communications is an excellent option for modern internet needs, but it is available to only about 1% of Auburn. Its fiber plan offers up to 1000 Mbps both ways and has an excellent Speed Score of 81, though availability is highly address-dependent, so check your exact address before counting on it.
Available Plans
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home — faster than 72% of all internet options in California
- 5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload72Our score$60Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Mid-pack advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks around the middle of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, making it a solid option for streaming, video calls, and everyday online use, though performance can vary more than with wired connections. Its 5G Home plan has a Speed Score of 72/100, above Auburn’s city average of 54, and is available to about 70% of the city. Check your address to confirm that this plan’s 5G coverage reaches your home.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is a good fit for streaming, video calls, and everyday online use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. It is available to about 70% of Auburn, and the $60 monthly price requires Auto Pay plus a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan, so check your address and bundle eligibility before choosing it.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Cal.net
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Plans start at $39.95 /mo *
Speed Score: Slower than 79% of all internet options in California
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Fixed wireless can support everyday browsing and streaming, but Cal.net’s Lbr Fixed Wireless plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 21/100, indicating limited performance compared with alternatives. This plan covers about 77% of Auburn, while the availability and experience may vary by address because Cal.net also lists Licensed Fixed Wireless. Check what other providers and technologies are available at your specific address before choosing.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Cal.net
Cal.net offers fixed wireless service, which can handle basic browsing, streaming, and video calls but may be less consistent than cable or fiber. Its up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload plans are below average, so check for faster options at your address first, especially since the Lbr Fixed Wireless plan reaches about 77% of Auburn while the Licensed Fixed Wireless plan reaches about 1%.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
DigitalPath Inc
Speeds up to 200 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 59% of all internet options in California
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
DigitalPath’s fastest fixed-wireless plan reaches about 24% of Auburn, so availability is limited to roughly one in four addresses. Where available, the plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload with a 59/100 Speed Score, making it competitive with Auburn’s average top speed score of 54, though fixed wireless may be less consistent than wired connections. Your exact address determines whether this faster plan is available, and the lower-speed 50/10 and 25/5 Mbps plans have much lower scores of 13/100 and 3/100.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About DigitalPath Inc
DigitalPath Inc reaches about 31% of Auburn, so availability is limited and you will need to check your address. Its best option is fixed wireless with up to 200 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, but that plan covers only about 24% of census blocks, and the slower up to 50/10 Mbps and 25/5 Mbps plans are unlikely to meet modern streaming, work, or household needs. Since fixed wireless can vary by location and is only an adequate technology, check for faster fiber or cable service first.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- T-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45Per month
- T-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless500 MbpsDownload80Our score$55Per month
- T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid MastercardFixed Wireless400 MbpsDownload80Our score$35Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Homes that stream, work remotely, and need strong everyday performance can consider T-Mobile’s fixed wireless service, with speeds up to 500 Mbps down and 60 Mbps up and a Speed Score of 80/100, above Auburn’s city average of 54. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 55% of the city, but fixed wireless performance can vary with local network conditions and may not match wired service. Check your address carefully, since the faster plans may not reach every home and require a qualifying voice-line bundle.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a strong fit for households that want solid everyday performance, including streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices, with fixed wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and a Speed Score of 80/100. The fastest plans are available to about 55% of Auburn, so service is address-dependent, and you should confirm availability and pricing after the promotional period before choosing the 400 Mbps or 500 Mbps option.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
SmarterBroadband
Speeds up to 100 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Slower than 79% of all internet options in California
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
On value, SmarterBroadband’s best fixed-wireless plan offers up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, but its Speed Score is only 21/100 and it reaches about 29% of Auburn, so the performance is limited compared with alternatives. The 25 Mbps down and 5 Mbps up plan scores 3/100 and covers about 14% of the city, making it worth checking other providers first and confirming which tier is available at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About SmarterBroadband
At the quoted monthly price, SmarterBroadband offers fixed wireless service up to 100 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, which is an adequate option for everyday use but not especially fast, and that plan reaches about 29% of Auburn census blocks. Availability is address-dependent, while the fallback up to 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload plan reaches about 14% of blocks, so check for faster fiber or cable options first if you need reliable streaming, video calls, or multiple connected devices.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fusion — slower than 79% of all internet options in California
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload13Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload3Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, HughesNet’s Fusion plan buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, but its 21/100 Speed Score is below Auburn’s city average of 54. As a satellite service, it has limited performance and higher latency compared with fiber and cable, so consider checking other providers first for demanding streaming, gaming, or work needs. Fusion is listed as available to 100.0% of Auburn, though you should still confirm availability and plan details at your specific address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About HughesNet
At $39.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet’s Lite plan buys up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload, while Select costs $49.99 and offers up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload, so the value is limited for busy households. Satellite service reaches 100% of Auburn, but its speeds are below average, so check your address for faster fiber, cable, or other options before choosing HughesNet, especially for streaming, video calls, and multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Residential Max 400 Mbps — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- Residential Max 400 MbpsSatellite400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month
- Residential 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload21Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Among the fastest advertised speeds in the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks near the top of every option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Satellite service offers broad home internet availability, but its higher latency can be noticeable during gaming, video calls, and other real-time activities. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, with a Speed Score of 80/100 that is above Auburn’s city average of 54. It is available to 100.0% of the city, though households that prioritize low latency should check what other technologies are available at their address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Starlink
Satellite internet gives Starlink broad reach across Auburn, with its plans available to 100.0% of the city, but higher latency can make video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities less consistent than wired service. The fastest plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for $130 per month, while lower-priced options offer up to 200 Mbps for $85 or 100 Mbps for $55, so check whether fiber or cable is available at your address first, since satellite is best viewed as a capable fallback when faster wired options are unavailable.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 82% of all internet options in California
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload18Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload13Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Below-average advertised speed for the state
This plan’s advertised maximum download ranks below most options filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed; faster plans are usually listed here.
The Speed Score is the percentile of this plan’s maximum advertised download speed among every internet option filed with the FCC in this state. It is not a measured speed test: actual throughput varies by address, wiring and time of day. Enter your full address to see which plans are serviceable at your home.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Auburn
Viasat is a limited-performance option in Auburn, so consider checking other providers first. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with a Speed Score of 18/100 and availability to 100.0% of the city, which is below the city average of 54. Satellite service can also have higher latency, so confirm what technologies and performance are available at your address.
Speeds and reach below are what the provider files with the FCC for each technology tier, by census block. The plans it actually sells here, with their own speeds and prices, are under Pricing & Plans; the two can differ.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is a dependable coverage option, but it should be a backup choice when faster internet is available. Its Viasat Essentials plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability to 100% of Auburn, but its Speed Score of 18/100 reflects satellite’s below-average performance and potential latency for modern needs. Viasat Unleashed is slower at up to 34 Mbps for $99.99 per month, so check your address for fiber, cable, or other faster options first.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Auburn
All 26 product lines from the 9 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 26 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Verizon5G Home$60/mo for 12 months (w/ Auto Pay & postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband; requires bundle)300 MbpsDownload72Our score$60Per month~70.4%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps$35/mo for 12 months, then $50/mo (qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard400 MbpsDownload80Our score$35$50Per month~54.5%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile Amplified Home Internet 500 Mbps$45/mo for 12 months, then $60/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$60Per month~54.5%CoverageFixed Wireless
- T-MobileT-Mobile All-In Home Internet 500 Mbps$55/mo for 12 months, then $70/mo (new Internet line, qualifying credit, postpaid voice line required; requires bundle) · $200 virtual prepaid Mastercard500 MbpsDownload80Our score$55$70Per month~54.5%CoverageFixed Wireless
- AT&TAT&T Internet Air 300 Mbps$40/mo for 12 months (new customers, no annual contract, AutoPay eligible for additional $5/mo discount)300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month~32.8%CoverageFixed Wireless
- StarlinkResidential 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload21Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- HughesNetFusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/mo100 MbpsDownload21Our score$94.99$119.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Viasat IncViasat Essentials55 MbpsDownload18Our score$69.99Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Best Fit by Household Type in Auburn
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Optimum 300 Mbps where available for shared streaming, browsing, and coursework.
Optimum's 300 Mbps plan reaches about 21% of Auburn and is the city's cheapest plan at $25 monthly.
Check first: Verify the address because Optimum reaches about 21% citywide.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T fiber where available for symmetrical speeds up to 5,000 Mbps.
AT&T fiber reaches about 17% at 5,000 Mbps and about 19% at 1,000 Mbps.
Check first: AT&T's fastest fiber reaches only about 17% of Auburn, so check eligibility.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Astound Broadband cable up to 1,500 Mbps where available.
Astound's 1,500 Mbps cable tier reaches about 46% of Auburn, the strongest high-speed footprint.
Check first: Astound's 1,500 Mbps cable tier is not available at every address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use Starlink Residential 100 Mbps when wired options do not reach your address.
Starlink is available everywhere in Auburn, while fixed wireless coverage varies by provider and address.
Check first: Confirm performance expectations before replacing a wired connection.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Auburn
North Auburn 95603
Astound Broadband is currently the strongest option for High-speed cable internet.
Astound cable reaches about 41% of ZIP 95603, while AT&T fiber reaches about 31%.
ZIP 95602
Astound Broadband is currently the strongest option for Cable or fiber availability.
Astound reaches about 21% by cable in ZIP 95602, with fiber reaching about 16%.
ZIP 95604
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Fast fiber service.
AT&T fiber reaches about 55% of ZIP 95604, ahead of Astound cable at about 35%.
Internet providers near Auburn
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Auburn, check the neighboring market directly.
Auburn Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Auburn, CA?
Astound Broadband is the best overall provider, with cable up to 1,500 Mbps reaching about 46% of Auburn. AT&T is faster where available, offering 5,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 17%, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Auburn, CA?
AT&T offers the fastest internet where available: 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 17% of Auburn. Astound Broadband is the best overall choice, with 1,500 Mbps cable reaching about 46%, providing broader high-speed availability.
Which internet provider covers the most of Auburn, CA?
T-Mobile covers the most of Auburn, reaching about 81% of the city, the widest footprint of any wired or fixed-wireless provider. Satellite from HughesNet and Starlink reaches every address but with higher latency.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Auburn, CA?
Optimum's 300 Mbps Internet is the cheapest plan at $25 per month for the first 12 months, reaching about 21% of Auburn. Confirm address eligibility because the promotional price and plan availability apply only where Optimum reaches.
Can I get fiber internet in Auburn?
AT&T's 5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 17% of Auburn, while its 1,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 19%; Astound fiber reaches about 8%. Fiber availability is address-specific, so check your location rather than relying on a provider's overall footprint.
What internet speed do I need in Auburn?
A 300 Mbps plan is a practical starting point for many Auburn households, and Optimum offers that speed across about 21% of the city. Larger households, frequent streamers, and remote workers may benefit from Astound's 1,500 Mbps cable or AT&T's fiber where available.
What internet is available in North Auburn?
North Auburn's ZIP 95603 has Astound cable reaching about 41%, AT&T fiber about 31%, and Verizon fixed wireless about 12%. Astound is the leading listed option there, but address-level verification remains necessary because each technology covers different blocks.
How We Analyze Internet in Auburn
FCC Broadband Data
We use the FCC National Broadband Map, updated twice a year with provider-reported coverage at the census block level.
Speed Score
A state-wide percentile of each plan’s maximum advertised download speed against every option filed with the FCC in the state, all technologies on one scale. It is not a measured speed test.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Auburn report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Auburn
How We Calculate Speed Score
The Speed Score is a state-wide percentile from 0 to 100. It answers one question: of every internet option filed with the FCC in this state, across every technology, what share is slower than this plan’s maximum advertised download speed?
What goes in:
- The plan’s maximum advertised download speed, as the provider files it with the FCC and lists it for sale.
- Every other serviceable option in the state from the FCC Broadband Data Collection, counted by the census blocks it reaches.
Speed Score = share of the state’s filed options with a lower advertised download speed
A score of 85 means this plan’s advertised speed beats 85% of the options filed in the state. Fiber, cable, DSL, fixed wireless and satellite are all on the same scale, so a 1,000 Mbps plan scores the same whoever sells it.
What it is not: a measured speed test. It does not include latency, upload speed, reliability or congestion. Real throughput at an address varies with wiring, equipment and time of day.
How providers are ordered on this page: each provider’s tier scores are averaged across the census blocks it serves, then multiplied by the share of the city it reaches. Wired providers rank ahead of wireless-only ones, and satellite last, because their filings describe a signal footprint rather than a plant. The same rule sets the title and the 30-second verdict.
Data source: FCC National Broadband Map (Broadband Data Collection), republished roughly twice a year; provider plan lists checked monthly.
How We Calculate Capabilities
Estimated Capabilities predict how well each internet plan supports common household activities based on speed requirements and connection type.
Rating Scale:
- Excellent – Optimal performance, handles peak usage easily
- Good – Reliable performance with minimal issues
- Fair – Functional but may experience slowdowns during heavy use
- Poor – Not recommended; expect frequent buffering or lag
How We Rate Each Category:
Streaming
Based on download speed. 4K streaming requires 25+ Mbps per stream; HD requires 5+ Mbps. We account for multiple simultaneous streams.
Multi-device
Evaluates total bandwidth capacity divided by typical household device count (phones, tablets, smart TVs, computers). Fiber and cable handle many devices better than DSL or satellite.
Gaming
Considers both upload speed (for sending game data) and latency (ping time). Fiber and cable excel here; satellite connections struggle due to inherent signal delay.
Whole Home
Assesses whether the connection can reliably serve an entire household during peak evening hours. Factors in technology type (shared vs. dedicated bandwidth) and total speed capacity.
Note: Actual performance depends on your specific location, network congestion, and equipment quality.