Richmond, CA Internet
Internet Providers in Richmond, CA
Compare every internet provider in Richmond, CA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
UpdatedIn Richmond, CA, the best overall pick is Xfinity: cable at up to 2,000 Mbps reaches about 38% of the city, and the provider’s footprint overall is about 98%. If Sonic.net reaches your address, it is the faster choice, with fiber up to 10,000 Mbps available to about 67% of the city. AT&T is the safe fallback where Xfinity does not reach; most of its footprint gets fiber at up to 5,000 Mbps, about 80% of the city. Coverage changes street to street, so confirm your exact address before you commit.
Best Internet Providers in Richmond, CA
Best plan here: 2 Gig — faster than 91% of all internet options in California
- 2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$100Per month
- 1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable1,200 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month
- 1 GigCable1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month
- 500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)Cable500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45Per month
- 300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)Cable300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month
Source: Xfinity 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 Richmond
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan reaches 97.8% of Richmond, giving most local addresses a strong chance of access. Cable is a reliable choice for most households, and Xfinity’s headline Speed Score of 91/100 is above Richmond’s city average of 65. At qualifying addresses, speeds up to 1,200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload are available for $100 per month, while plan availability should still be confirmed at your exact 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 Xfinity
Xfinity reaches about 98% of Richmond, so most residents have a strong chance of getting its cable service. Its best widely available option is the 1.2 Gig plan with up to 1200 Mbps download speeds, while the 2 Gig plan with up to 2000 Mbps is limited to about 38% of the city; availability is address-dependent, so check your location to see whether the faster plan is offered. With cable options ranging from up to 300 Mbps to up to 2000 Mbps, Xfinity is a good fit for most modern households, though its 35 Mbps upload speed may be limiting for heavy cloud backups or frequent large-file uploads.
Available Plans
Cable
Cable
Sonic.net
Speeds up to 10,000 Mbps
Plans start at $40 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 99% 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 Richmond
At the monthly price shown for your address, Sonic.net offers strong value with fiber speeds up to 10,000 Mbps both ways and a 99/100 Speed Score. Fiber is a top-tier option for fast, low-latency service, but it is available to about 67% of Richmond, so confirm that this plan reaches 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 Sonic.net
At the listed monthly price, Sonic.net offers exceptional value with fiber speeds up to 10000 Mbps both ways, making it a strong choice for heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, and large households. This top-tier option reaches about 67% of Richmond, so check your address to confirm availability, but where it is offered, Sonic.net is an excellent choice.
Available Plans
Fiber
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 Richmond
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T Internet 5 GIG buys up to 5000 Mbps both ways, making it a top-tier fiber option with a 95/100 Speed Score, well above Richmond’s city average of 65. Fiber plans with up to 1000 Mbps both ways start at $50/mo, while the $35/mo 300Mbps plan offers strong value and a 72/100 Speed Score. Availability depends on your address: the 5 GIG plan reaches about 80% of Richmond, while the other fiber plans reach about 87%, and Internet Air is a more limited fixed wireless alternative.
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 $35 to $90 per month, AT&T offers excellent value in Richmond, with up to 5,000 Mbps symmetrical fiber service for $90 or up to 300 Mbps for $35, plus promotional reward cards on several plans. Fiber is available to about 87% of the city for most options and about 80% for the 5 GIG plan, while the $40 Internet Air fallback reaches about 11% and offers up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, so check your address for fiber before settling for fixed wireless.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Fiber
Copper
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Unwired Ltd
Speeds up to 200 Mbps
Plans range $55–$175 /mo *
Best plan here: Residential 200 Mbps — faster than 59% of all internet options in California
- Residential 200 MbpsFixed Wireless200 MbpsDownload59Our score$175Per month
- Residential 150 MbpsFixed Wireless150 MbpsDownload58Our score$135Per month
- Residential 100 MbpsFixed Wireless100 MbpsDownload21Our score$85Per month
- Residential 50 MbpsFixed Wireless50 MbpsDownload13Our score$55Per month
Source: Unwired Ltd 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Richmond
Unwired Ltd’s headline Speed Score is 59/100, and its top plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload, enough for everyday streaming, video calls, and multiple connected devices. That score is below the city average of 65, and fixed wireless can be less consistent than wired options, so consider checking other providers first if reliability or low latency matters. The 200 Mbps plan is available to 99.2% of Richmond, but confirm service at your exact address 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 Unwired Ltd
Up to 200 Mbps download and 25 Mbps upload can handle streaming, video calls, and everyday use for many households, though its fixed wireless technology is adequate rather than top-tier. Unwired Ltd reaches about 99% of Richmond with this plan, but fixed wireless performance can vary by address, so check whether faster fiber or cable service is available before choosing, especially for heavy simultaneous use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Richmond
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service is adequate for everyday browsing, streaming, and video calls, with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload and a 72/100 Speed Score that is above Richmond’s city average. Fixed wireless performance can vary by location and network conditions, and this plan is available to about 60% of Richmond, so confirm that your address qualifies 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 Verizon
Verizon’s 5G fixed wireless service offers up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, which is good for streaming, video calls, and typical household use, though performance can vary. It has a Speed Score of 72/100 and is available to about 61% of Richmond, so this can be a solid option at eligible addresses, but check for fiber or cable alternatives first if you need the most consistent speeds for heavy use.
Available Plans
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 Richmond
T-Mobile is a practical fit for households that want affordable internet for streaming, video calls, and everyday use. Its Rely Home Internet plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload for $35 per month, with a Speed Score of 80/100 that is above the city average of 65, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired service. That plan is available to about 64% of Richmond, so confirm your address before signing up and compare other available technologies if you need the most consistent 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 T-Mobile
T-Mobile is a good fit for budget-conscious households that need solid everyday internet, with fixed-wireless plans offering up to 500 Mbps down and 60 Mbps up, a Speed Score of 80/100, and pricing from $35/mo before promotional details. These plans are available to about 64% of Richmond, so check your address first, and remember the offers require a qualifying postpaid voice bundle; fixed wireless is adequate but can be less consistent than fiber or cable for demanding use.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
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 Richmond
Satellite internet can support streaming, browsing, and everyday connectivity, but its higher latency may be noticeable for gaming and some video calls. Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 80/100, above Richmond’s city average of 65, and is available to 100.0% of the city. Because satellite is more latency-sensitive than wired connections, check which technologies reach 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 Starlink
Satellite internet can reach homes that wired providers miss, and Starlink’s Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for demanding use, though satellite latency may affect gaming and video calls. Starlink covers about 100% of Richmond with this plan, but because satellite is generally more limited than fiber or cable, check your address for a faster wired option first; the 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans are also available citywide if you mainly need basic streaming and browsing.
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 Richmond
Viasat is a limited-performance option compared with alternatives in Richmond, with a headline Speed Score of 18/100 versus the city average of 65. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, while Viasat Unleashed offers up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month, and both plans are available to 99.9% of the city. Because satellite service can have higher latency and slower real-world performance than other technologies, check what is 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 Viasat Inc
Viasat Inc is mainly an adequate backup option, not a first choice for modern internet needs, because its satellite plans offer only up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload, with a below-average Speed Score of 18/100 for Viasat Essentials. Coverage reaches 99.9% of Richmond, but you should check for faster fiber or cable service at your address first, since satellite internet can have higher latency and may feel limited for streaming, video calls, and multiple users.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
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 Richmond
At $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, then $119.99, Fusion buys up to 100 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload over satellite, but its Speed Score is just 21/100, below Richmond’s city average of 65. Satellite’s latency and limited performance make HughesNet a weaker value for demanding use, so check which other technologies are available at your address before choosing a plan that reaches 100.0% of Richmond.
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 to $94.99 per month for the first 12 months, HughesNet offers up to 25 to 100 Mbps download speeds and 3 to 5 Mbps upload, but its satellite service is below average and may feel limiting for streaming, gaming, or multiple connected devices. All three plans are available to 100% of Richmond, though you should check your address for faster fiber or cable options first because satellite can have higher latency and may not meet modern household needs.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Richmond
All 26 product lines from the 8 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 26 plans
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month~97.8%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~97.8%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$55Per month~97.8%CoverageCable
- AT&TAT&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 card5,000 MbpsDownload95Our score$90Per month~80.3%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&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 card1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~87.1%CoverageFiber
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month~97.8%CoverageCable
- AT&TAT&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 card500 MbpsDownload80Our score$50Per month~87.1%CoverageFiber
- AT&TAT&T Fiber 300Mbps$35/mo for 12 months (new customers, with AutoPay & paperless bill discount, wired connection to gateway) · $200 AT&T Visa Reward Card300 MbpsDownload72Our score$35Per month~87.1%CoverageFiber
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per 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 Richmond
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for broad cable availability and straightforward shared-household capacity.
Its 300 Mbps plan reaches about 98% of Richmond, including dense areas such as Downtown Richmond.
Check first: Confirm the address because Xfinity’s 2 Gig tier reaches only about 38% of the city.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose Sonic.net fiber where available for symmetrical 10,000/10,000 Mbps service.
Sonic.net fiber reaches about 67% of Richmond, supporting uploads, video calls, and cloud work.
Check first: Verify serviceability because Sonic.net’s fiber footprint does not reach every Richmond address.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose Sonic.net where available; otherwise consider Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable tier.
Sonic.net offers 10,000/10,000 Mbps to about 67%, while Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig reaches about 98%.
Check first: The 2 Gig Xfinity tier reaches only about 38%, so check the exact address first.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Use AT&T as the broadest wired backup, or satellite where wired options do not reach.
AT&T’s overall footprint is about 98%, while satellite service is available everywhere in Richmond.
Check first: AT&T’s 5,000 Mbps fiber tier reaches about 80%, not its entire overall footprint.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code in Richmond
Point Richmond 94801
Sonic.net is currently the strongest option for Symmetrical fiber and heavy uploads.
Sonic.net reaches about 44% of ZIP 94801 with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber.
Marina Bay 94804
Sonic.net is currently the strongest option for High-speed fiber households.
Sonic.net reaches about 78% of ZIP 94804 with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber.
ZIP 94805
Sonic.net is currently the strongest option for Maximum fiber availability.
Sonic.net reaches about 95% of ZIP 94805 with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber.
ZIP 94802
Sonic.net is currently the strongest option for Fiber-first service.
Sonic.net reaches about 87% of ZIP 94802, while AT&T 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 7%.
ZIP 94807
AT&T is currently the strongest option for Broad 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber.
AT&T reaches about 74% of ZIP 94807 with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber.
Internet providers near Richmond
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Richmond, check the neighboring market directly.
Richmond Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Richmond, CA?
Xfinity is the best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 38% of Richmond. If Sonic.net reaches your address, it is the faster choice with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber reaching about 67%.
What is the fastest internet in Richmond, CA?
Sonic.net is the fastest where available, offering 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber to about 67% of Richmond. Xfinity’s 2,000 Mbps cable tier reaches about 38%, so availability should be checked before choosing the fastest advertised plan.
Which internet provider covers the most of Richmond, CA?
Unwired Ltd has the broadest listed non-satellite footprint at about 99% of Richmond. Satellite providers are available everywhere, while Unwired’s listed plans reach about 99% and provide a wired-alternative option where fiber or cable is unavailable.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Richmond, CA?
The cheapest options are AT&T Fiber 300Mbps at $35/mo promotional pricing for 300 Mbps, reaching about 87%, and T-Mobile Rely Home Internet at $35/mo for 400 Mbps, reaching about 64%. AT&T requires AutoPay and paperless billing; T-Mobile requires a qualifying wireless bundle.
Can I get fiber internet in Richmond?
Sonic.net offers 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber to about 67% of Richmond, while AT&T’s 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber reaches about 80%. Address-level checking matters because each provider’s fiber footprint is smaller than some broader service coverage.
What internet speed do I need in Richmond?
A 300 Mbps plan is available from Xfinity to about 98% of Richmond and suits many households streaming, browsing, and working remotely. Larger shared households or heavy upload users should check Sonic.net’s 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber where its coverage reaches about 67%.
What internet options are available in Point Richmond?
In Point Richmond’s ZIP 94801, Sonic.net reaches about 44% with 10,000/10,000 Mbps fiber, while AT&T reaches about 41% with 5,000/5,000 Mbps fiber. Check the exact address because the ZIP includes multiple provider technologies with different availability.
How We Analyze Internet in Richmond
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 Richmond report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Richmond
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.