PALMDALE, CA INTERNET
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Shop and compare 9 internet providers for Palmdale, CA
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedThe speed ceiling is Frontier fiber, offering up to 7000/7000 Mbps, though that top tier reaches about 3% of the city and Frontier’s overall coverage is 8.5%. AT&T covers 59.1% overall, with fiber up to 5000/5000 reaching about 3%, while Race Communications covers 2.4% overall and offers up to 1000/1000 fiber to about 2%. Fiber is the option to want, so check your address first for low latency, symmetrical performance, heavy work from home, big uploads, gaming, and busy households. Spectrum is the practical cable choice, covering 61.9%, with up to 1000/35 reaching about 60% and symmetrical gigabit service about 4%. For streaming, browsing, and video calls, cable is usually plenty and cheaper, so do you really need multi-gig fiber? Spectrum leads Rancho Vista, 93551, at 73.8%, and East Palmdale, 93550, at 68.6%. Students near Antelope Valley College Palmdale Center, plus residents in Ana Verde, West Palmdale, and near United States Air Force Plant 42, should watch for old DSL or copper wiring. Fixed wireless is a budget backup, led by Verizon’s up to 300/20 tier reaching about 46%. If wired service misses you, Starlink is the satellite fallback at up to 220/30, so confirm your exact address and apartment wiring.
Best plan here: Internet 2 Gig — faster than 94% of all internet options in California
- Internet 2 GigCable2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month
- Internet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/moCable1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60Per month
- Internet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/moCable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40Per month
- Internet AdvantageCable100 MbpsDownload58Our score$30Per month
Source: Spectrum official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
Up to 2,000 Mbps on Spectrum’s Internet 2 Gig cable plan can support large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and many connected devices at once. Its Speed Score of 94 is well above Palmdale’s 71 average, making Spectrum a reliable cable choice. Spectrum reaches 61.9% of Palmdale, while the Internet 2 Gig plan reaches 59.5%, so confirm availability at your exact address.
About Spectrum
Spectrum’s up to 2,000 Mbps cable plan can comfortably handle 4K streaming, online gaming, video calls, and many connected devices at once, making it an excellent option where available. Spectrum reaches 61.9% of Palmdale, but its listed cable plans each reach 59.5% of the city, so check your exact address before choosing, especially if you need more than the up to 100 Mbps Advantage plan for a busy modern household.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Fiber
Best plan here: 5G Home Plus — faster than 87% of all internet options in California
- 5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$45Per month
- 5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload80Our score$35Per month
Source: Verizon official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
5G fixed wireless can support streaming, remote work, and connected households, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for an 87/100 speed score, while 5G Home offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload with an 80/100 score. Both scores exceed Palmdale’s 71 average, making Verizon a competitive fixed-wireless option, but availability is address-dependent: each plan reaches 46.0% of the city, compared with Verizon’s overall 49.8% coverage, so check your exact address before choosing.
About Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service can support streaming, video calls, and many connected devices, with 5G Home Plus offering up to 1000 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo, and 5G Home offering up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload for $35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo. These are adequate-to-strong options, but fixed wireless can be affected by signal and congestion, and both plans are available to 46.0% of Palmdale while Verizon reaches 49.8% of the city overall, so check your exact address and compare faster wired service first if it is available.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: AT&T Fiber 5 GIG — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- AT&T Fiber 5 GIG$95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/moFiber5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$95Per month
- AT&T Fiber 1 GIG$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/moFiber1,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Fiber 500$50/mo for the first 12 months, then $75/moFiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
- AT&T Internet Air$55/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless300 MbpsDownload80Our score$55Per month
- AT&T Fiber 300$35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/moFiber300 MbpsDownload80Our score$35Per month
Source: AT&T official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
At $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, AT&T Fiber 300 offers up to 300 Mbps for a Speed Score of 80/100, making it an excellent choice and strong value. For demanding households, Fiber 1 GIG costs $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, and offers up to 1,000 Mbps with a 91/100 score, while Fiber 5 GIG costs $95/mo for the first 12 months, then $135/mo, and offers up to 5,000 Mbps with a 98/100 score. AT&T covers 59.1% of Palmdale, but each fiber plan reaches only 2.8% of the city, so check your exact address for fiber; where it is unavailable, Internet Air offers up to 300 Mbps with a score of 80/100 across 32.3% of the city.
About AT&T
Starting at $35/mo for the first 12 months, then $60/mo, AT&T Fiber 300 offers up to 300 Mbps both ways, while Fiber 1 GIG costs $50/mo for the first 12 months, then $90/mo, for up to 1,000 Mbps both ways. Fiber is the option to want, but it reaches only 2.8% of Palmdale, while AT&T Internet Air fixed wireless reaches 32.3% with up to 300 Mbps both ways and may be less consistent for demanding use, so check your exact address within AT&T’s 59.1% overall city coverage before choosing.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Amplified Home Internet — faster than 80% of all internet options in California
- Amplified Home Internet$60/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload80Our score$60Per month
- All-In Home Internet$70/mo promotional rate, then $80/mo5G Fixed Wireless498 MbpsDownload80Our score$70Per month
- Rely Home Internet$50/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo5G Fixed Wireless354 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month
Source: T-Mobile official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
Homes needing a practical high-speed connection for streaming, work, and multiple devices may find T-Mobile’s 5G Fixed Wireless a competitive choice, with plans offering up to 498 Mbps and a Speed Score of 80/100, above Palmdale’s 71 average. Rely Home Internet offers up to 354 Mbps for $50/mo, while Amplified and All-In Home Internet offer up to 498 Mbps for $60/mo and $70/mo, respectively, with each plan available to 23.2% of the city. T-Mobile’s overall coverage is 58.8% of Palmdale, so availability and real-world performance depend on your exact address, and fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections.
About T-Mobile
Households seeking a fast everyday connection without needing fiber-level performance may find T-Mobile’s 5G Fixed Wireless service a good fit, with up to 498 Mbps and a Speed Score of 80/100, priced from $50/mo to $70/mo promotional rates before increasing by $10/mo. T-Mobile covers 58.8% of Palmdale, but these plans reach only 23.2%, so check your exact address and compare fiber or cable first if available, especially for demanding work, gaming, or multiple heavy users.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Best plan here: Fiber 7 Gig — faster than 99% of all internet options in California
- Fiber 7 GigFiber7,000 MbpsDownload99Our score$109.99Per month
- Fiber 5 GigFiber5,000 MbpsDownload98Our score$89.99Per month
- Fiber 2 GigFiber2,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$64.99Per month
- Fiber 1 GigFiber1,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$49.99Per month
- Fiber 500Fiber500 MbpsDownload80Our score$29.99Per month
- Fiber 200Fiber200 MbpsDownload80Our score$29.99Per month
Source: Frontier official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
Frontier’s Fiber 7 Gig plan offers up to 7000 Mbps both ways, enough for large households, 4K streaming, gaming, and heavy uploads. With a 99/100 Speed Score, this fiber plan is a top-tier option and the technology to want where it reaches. Frontier covers 8.5% of Palmdale, but Fiber 7 Gig is available to 3.2%, so check your exact address to confirm that Frontier fiber is available.
About Frontier
Frontier’s up to 7000 Mbps Fiber 7 Gig plan can comfortably handle heavy streaming, gaming, large downloads, and many connected devices at once, with excellent upload performance too. Frontier reaches 8.5% of Palmdale, while its fiber plans, including Fiber 7 Gig, are available to 3.2% of the city, so fiber is the connection to want and you should check your exact address before counting on these high speeds.
Available Plans
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Fiber
Copper
Race Communications
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 100% of all internet options in California
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows excellent speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers some of the best speeds available in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
Excellent
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
Race Communications is an excellent choice where its fiber is available, offering top-tier performance for demanding households. Its fiber plans include up to 10000 Mbps symmetrical with a 100/100 Speed Score across 0.4% of the city, and up to 1000 Mbps symmetrical with a 91/100 score across 2.1%. Because Race Communications covers 2.4% of Palmdale overall, check your exact address to see whether either fiber plan reaches you.
About Race Communications
Race Communications is an excellent option for homes it serves, but its availability is very limited across Palmdale, reaching 2.4% of the city. Its fiber is the connection to want, with up to 10000 Mbps both ways and a 100/100 Speed Score reaching 0.4% of census blocks, while its up to 1000 Mbps fiber plan reaches 2.1% with a 91/100 Speed Score, so check your exact address for availability.
Available Plans
Fiber
Fiber
Best plan here: Residential – Max — faster than 70% of all internet options in California
- Residential – MaxSatellite400 MbpsDownload70Our score$130Per month
- Residential – 200 MbpsSatellite200 MbpsDownload46Our score$85Per month
- Residential – 100 MbpsSatellite100 MbpsDownload46Our score$55Per month
Source: Starlink official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and indicates this provider offers competitive speeds in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Adequate
Poor
Poor
Adequate
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
Satellite internet can provide broad access for everyday browsing and streaming, but its higher latency may affect video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities. Starlink covers 100.0% of Palmdale, with up to 400 Mbps on Residential – Max, which has a Speed Score of 70/100, while Residential – 200 Mbps and Residential – 100 Mbps offer up to 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps, respectively, each with a Speed Score of 46/100. Since satellite has limited performance compared with wired alternatives, consider checking other providers at your address first, especially for lower-latency service.
About Starlink
Satellite internet reaches 100.0% of Palmdale, making Starlink a practical fallback for addresses that wired providers miss, though its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and other real-time use. Starlink offers up to 400 Mbps for $130 per month, up to 200 Mbps for $85, or up to 100 Mbps for $55, so check for faster fiber or cable service at your exact address first if you need the best performance.
Available Plans
Ngso Satellite
Best plan here: Elite — slower than 71% of all internet options in California
- Elite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload29Our score$64.99Per month
- Fusion$94.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $119.99/moSatellite100 MbpsDownload29Our score$94.99Per month
- Select$49.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $74.99/moSatellite50 MbpsDownload4Our score$49.99Per month
- Lite$39.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $49.99/moSatellite25 MbpsDownload1Our score$39.99Per month
Source: HughesNet official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
At $39.99/mo to $94.99/mo for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers satellite plans with up to 25 Mbps on Lite, 50 Mbps on Select, and 100 Mbps on Elite and Fusion, with Speed Scores ranging from 1/100 to 29/100. That satellite performance is below Palmdale’s average top speed score of 71, so consider checking other providers first for lower-latency, higher-performance service, especially for gaming, video calls, or heavy streaming. HughesNet reaches 100.0% of Palmdale, making it a fallback for addresses that wired providers miss, and each listed plan is available across 100.0% of the city.
About HughesNet
At $39.99/mo for up to 25 Mbps or $64.99/mo for up to 100 Mbps during the first 12 months, HughesNet offers satellite service that may work for basic use but is a weak value for households needing modern, responsive internet, especially as those prices rise to $49.99/mo and $89.99/mo. Its 100.0% Palmdale coverage makes it a practical fallback where wired providers are unavailable, but check your exact address for faster cable or fiber options first, since satellite has higher latency and may not be sufficient for heavy streaming, gaming, or multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Best plan here: Viasat Essentials — slower than 96% of all internet options in California
- Viasat EssentialsSatellite55 MbpsDownload4Our score$69.99Per month
- Viasat UnleashedSatellite34 MbpsDownload1Our score$99.99Per month
Source: Viasat Inc official site · checked monthly · availability varies by address
SPEED SCORE
Local data shows below average speeds for your area
This score is based on local bandwidth data and is an indicator that there are better options in your area.
The calculated local speed score is based on real-world data showing average speeds in your area. Speed Scores are not static and fluctuate based on the location being checked for serviceability. Average speeds within a ZIP Code may not be reflective of your specific location. Enter your full address to access the most accurate speed score.
EST. CAPABILITIES
Poor
Poor
Poor
Poor
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Palmdale
Viasat is a fallback rather than a top internet choice in Palmdale. Its best plan, Viasat Essentials, offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99/mo, with a Speed Score of 4/100 and availability across 100.0% of the city, while Viasat Unleashed drops to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload with a score of 1/100 for $99.99/mo. Satellite coverage makes Viasat available to 100.0% of Palmdale, but its high latency and scores well below the city average top speed score of 71 mean you should check other providers first at your address.
About Viasat Inc
Viasat is mainly a fallback option in Palmdale, so check for faster wired internet before choosing it. It reaches 100.0% of the city with satellite service, but its plans offer only up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month on Viasat Essentials, or up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month on Viasat Unleashed, making it less suitable for demanding modern use.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Gso Satellite
Every plan available in Palmdale
All 29 product lines from 8 providers that actually serve this city, with the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 29 plans
- StarlinkResidential – Max400 MbpsDownload70Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- SpectrumInternet 2 Gig2,000 MbpsDownload94Our score$80Per month~59.5%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Gig$60/mo for the first 12 months, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload90Our score$60$70Per month~59.5%CoverageCable
- SpectrumInternet Premier$40/mo for the first 12 months, then $50/mo500 MbpsDownload80Our score$40$50Per month~59.5%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential – 100 Mbps100 MbpsDownload46Our score$55Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- StarlinkResidential – 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload46Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Verizon5G Home Plus$45/mo promotional rate, then $70/mo1,000 MbpsDownload87Our score$45$70Per month~46%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- Verizon5G Home$35/mo promotional rate, then $60/mo300 MbpsDownload80Our score$35$60Per month~46%Coverage5G Fixed Wireless
- SpectrumInternet Advantage100 MbpsDownload58Our score$30Per month~59.5%CoverageCable
- HughesNetElite$64.99/mo for the first 12 months, then $89.99/mo100 MbpsDownload29Our score$64.99$89.99Per 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 Palmdale
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Check for fiber first; otherwise choose Spectrum cable for shared streaming and coursework.
Spectrum's 1000/35 Mbps cable tier reaches about 60% of Palmdale.
Check first: Spectrum reaches 61.9% overall, so verify the exact rental address before relying on cable.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Check your address for fiber first, especially AT&T or Frontier; use Spectrum cable where fiber is unavailable.
AT&T's 5 Gig and 1 Gig fiber tiers reach about 3% and 2%, while its provider coverage reaches.
Check first: Fiber footprints are address-specific; AT&T's 5 Gig tier is not available across its full coverage.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Check fiber first; Frontier's 7 Gig fiber is ideal where available, with Spectrum cable as the broad fallback.
Frontier's fiber tier reaches about 3%, while Spectrum's 1000/35 Mbps cable tier reaches about 60%.
Check first: Do not assume Frontier's 8.5% provider coverage means 7 Gig service at every address.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Check fiber first, then use Starlink as the fallback for homes wired options miss.
Starlink reaches 100.0% overall, and its 220/30 Mbps tier is available to about 100% of Palmdale.
Check first: Satellite is widely reachable but may be less desirable than fiber or cable for latency-sensitive use.
Top ZIP-Level Insights in Palmdale
East Palmdale
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Shared streaming and coursework.
Spectrum leads East Palmdale at 68.6%; AT&T fiber reaches 10.7%, so check fiber before choosing cable.
Rancho Vista
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Broad cable availability.
Spectrum reaches 73.8% in Rancho Vista, while Frontier fiber reaches 12.1%; check the address for fiber first.
ZIP 93590
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Widely available cable.
Spectrum reaches 62.5% in ZIP 93590, while AT&T fiber listings total 34.3%; check fiber availability first.
Blackbird Airpark
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for Cable-based home connectivity.
Spectrum reaches 67.1% near Blackbird Airpark; Race fiber reaches 0.4%, so verify fiber before defaulting to cable.
ZIP 93552
Spectrum is currently the strongest option for High-availability cable.
Spectrum reaches 84.9% in ZIP 93552; AT&T fiber reaches 4.8%, making address-level fiber checks worthwhile.
Internet providers near Palmdale
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Palmdale, check the neighboring market directly.
Palmdale Internet FAQs
What is the fastest internet provider in Palmdale?
Frontier offers the city's fastest advertised speed, up to 7,000/7,000 Mbps, but that fiber tier reaches only about 3% of Palmdale. Check your address for fiber first; AT&T also offers up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps where available, while its provider coverage is 59.1% overall.
Can I get fiber in Palmdale?
Yes—AT&T, Frontier, and Race Communications offer fiber, with their fastest fiber tiers reaching about 3%, 3%, and 2% of the city, respectively. Check your address in East Palmdale, Rancho Vista, or ZIP 93590 before choosing widely available Spectrum cable.
What is the cheapest internet in Palmdale?
Frontier advertises the lowest promotional starting rate, $29.99 per month, while Spectrum's promotional starting rate is $30 per month. Both depend on address availability; check fiber first, then consider Spectrum's cable footprint covering 61.9% of Palmdale.
What internet speed do I need for streaming and working from home in Palmdale?
For multiple 4K streams, gaming, and remote work, consider a 1,000 Mbps plan; Spectrum's 1000/35 Mbps tier reaches about 60% of Palmdale. Fiber should be your first check because AT&T and Frontier offer faster fiber tiers where available.
Is fiber available in Rancho Vista?
In Rancho Vista's ZIP 93551, Frontier fiber reaches 12.1%, while Spectrum cable reaches 73.8%. Check your exact address for fiber first; Frontier's listed fiber tier is up to 7,000/7,000 Mbps, but it is not available throughout the ZIP.
How We Analyze Internet in Palmdale
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
Our proprietary score weights technology type (fiber=100%, cable=85%, etc.) with download (70%) and upload (30%) speeds, ranked as a state percentile.
Coverage Calculation
Provider coverage shows what percentage of census blocks in Palmdale report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Palmdale
How We Calculate Speed Score
Our Speed Score is a state-level percentile ranking (0-100) that shows how a provider’s service compares to all other internet options available in your state.
The Formula:
We calculate a raw performance score using:
Technology Factor × (Download Speed × 70% + Upload Speed × 30%)
Technology Factors:
Not all connections are equal. We weight each technology based on real-world reliability and performance:
- Fiber: 100% – Fastest, most reliable technology
- Cable: 85% – High speeds, shared neighborhood bandwidth
- Fixed Wireless (Licensed): 70% – Dedicated spectrum, weather-dependent
- Copper/DSL: 65% – Distance-limited, aging infrastructure
- Fixed Wireless (Unlicensed): 60% – Shared spectrum, variable performance
- Satellite (LEO): 40% – Low-earth orbit (e.g., Starlink), higher latency
- Satellite (GEO): 15% – Geostationary orbit, significant latency
Percentile Ranking:
After calculating raw scores, we rank every service option in your state by geographic coverage (census blocks served). A score of 85 means this service performs better than 85% of all internet options available in your state.
Data Source: FCC National Broadband Map data, updated twice a year.
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.