Stockton, CA Internet
Internet Providers in Stockton, CA
Compare every internet provider in Stockton, CA: coverage from FCC filings, plan prices checked monthly, and an address check for your street.
The 30-Second Verdict
Updated| Rank | Provider | Speed Score | Coverage in Stockton | Up to | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  XfinityBest overall | 91 | 85% | 2,000 Mbps | $40/mo |
| 2 |  AT&TFastest where available | 95 | 87% | 5,000 Mbps | $35/mo |
| 3 |  Frontier | 98 | 3% | – | – |
| 4 |  unWired Broadband | 80 | 74% | – | – |
| 5 |  Verizon | 72 | 62% | 300 Mbps | $60/mo |
| 6 | Ayera | 81 | 34% | – | – |
The ranking weighs each provider’s speed across everywhere it reaches. AT&T’s 95 is its fiber; in about half of the area it serves, AT&T offers only DSL or Internet Air, which is why Xfinity ranks first.
Xfinity is the best overall, with cable speeds up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 56% of the city, while its overall footprint reaches about 85%. AT&T offers fiber speeds up to 5,000/5,000 Mbps reaching about 35% of the city, and if it reaches your address, it is the faster choice.
Fiber is the variable. Fiber reaches 85% of University of the Pacific (95211) but only 11% of Brookside (95219). Find your neighborhood on the map.
Best Internet Providers in Stockton, 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 Stockton
Xfinity’s 1.2 Gig cable plan reaches 85.3% of Stockton, giving many shoppers a good chance of qualifying for up to 1,200 Mbps download and 35 Mbps upload. Cable is a reliable choice for most households, and Xfinity’s 91/100 headline Speed Score is above Stockton’s 62 average. The top 2 Gig plan reaches only 55.9% of the city, so exact address eligibility matters.
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 85.3% of Stockton, so many local shoppers have a strong chance of getting its cable service. Its best options are excellent for most uses, including up to 2 Gig with a Speed Score of 91/100, while the 1.2 Gig and 1 Gig plans are available across the same 85.3% footprint; exact availability is address-dependent, so check your address before choosing a lower-speed fallback.
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 Stockton
At $90/mo for 12 months, AT&T’s 5 GIG Fiber plan offers up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, a $150 reward card, and a 95/100 Speed Score, above Stockton’s city average of 62. Fiber is a top-tier option for demanding households, though this plan is available to about 35% of the city. Availability depends on your address, and AT&T Internet Air reaches about 23% of Stockton with up to 300 Mbps download and 30 Mbps upload, a more limited fixed-wireless experience.
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 excellent value in Stockton, with fiber plans from $35/mo for up to 300 Mbps to $90/mo for up to 5,000 Mbps both ways, plus a $50/mo up to 1,000 Mbps option, all priced for the first 12 months. Fiber availability is address-dependent, reaching about 40% of the city for the 300 Mbps, 500 Mbps, and 1,000 Mbps plans and about 35% for 5 Gig, while the fallback Internet Air plan reaches about 23% and offers up to 300 Mbps down and 30 Mbps up, which may be less suitable for heavy modern use.
Available Plans
Fiber
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Copper
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Speed Score: Faster than 98% 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 Stockton
Frontier’s fiber plan offers up to 7,000 Mbps both ways, making it a top-tier option for intensive streaming, gaming, large downloads, and multiple connected users, with a Speed Score of 98/100. Fiber availability is highly address-dependent and reaches about 0% of Stockton, so some addresses may qualify only for copper, such as up to 115 Mbps download and 7 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 58/100. Those copper plans have limited performance compared with alternatives, so check what technologies are available at your 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 Frontier
Frontier’s top option is fiber with up to 7,000 Mbps both ways, an excellent choice for heavy streaming, gaming, remote work, and many connected devices. That fiber is highly address-dependent, reaching about 0% of census blocks, while most listed availability is copper with up to 115 Mbps download and much slower uploads, which may be adequate for basic browsing but insufficient for many modern households, so check for faster options at your address first.
Available Plans
Copper
Copper
Copper
Fiber
Copper
Copper
unWired Broadband
Speeds up to 400 Mbps
Plans start at $50 /mo *
Speed Score: Faster than 80% 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Stockton
For the monthly price, unWired Broadband offers up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload on its Lbr Fixed Wireless plan, with a Speed Score of 80/100 compared with Stockton’s 62 average, making it a strong fixed-wireless value. Fixed wireless can be adequate but may have performance variability, and this plan reaches about 54% of Stockton, so confirm that the best speed 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 unWired Broadband
For the monthly price you are quoted, unWired Broadband’s best value is its fixed-wireless plan offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload, with a Speed Score of 80/100. That plan reaches about 54% of census blocks, while the slower fixed-wireless options cover only about 6%, 5%, and 9%, so availability is highly address-dependent and you should check for faster wired options first if the 400 Mbps plan is not available, since the lower speeds may not meet modern household needs.
Available Plans
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr Fixed Wireless
Lbr 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 Stockton
5G fixed wireless can support everyday streaming, video calls, and browsing, with up to 300 Mbps download and 75 Mbps upload, though it may be less consistent than wired connections. Verizon’s 5G Home plan has a Speed Score of 72/100, above Stockton’s city average of 62, and is available to about 62% of the city, so confirm your address before relying on this option.
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 everyday household use, though performance can vary with wireless conditions. This option is available across about 62% of Stockton, so check your address before ordering, and note that the $60 monthly price for the first 12 months requires Auto Pay and a qualifying postpaid unlimited mobile plan with 5G Ultra Wideband.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Ayera Technologies
Speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Plans start at $39 /mo *
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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Stockton
Ayera Technologies is a competitive option in Stockton, led by its licensed fixed wireless plan with a Speed Score of 81, above the city average of 62. That plan reaches about 21% of the city and offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload, while the other licensed fixed wireless tier offers up to 120 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with a Speed Score of 58. Availability varies by address, so check which tier reaches your home, and consider checking other providers first if only the lower-performing plan is available.
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 Ayera Technologies
Ayera Technologies is a good option for demanding home use at addresses served by its faster fixed-wireless plan, which offers up to 1000 Mbps download and 500 Mbps upload with a strong Speed Score of 81/100 across about 21% of Stockton’s census blocks. Availability is address-dependent, and the fallback plan covers about 13% of blocks with up to 120 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, a below-average option that may not be sufficient for busy modern households.
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 Stockton
Households seeking fast everyday internet for streaming, work, and multiple connected devices may find T-Mobile a competitive choice, with plans offering up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload or up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload. Its 80/100 Speed Score is above Stockton’s 62 average, though fixed wireless can be more variable than wired connections. The 500 Mbps plans are available to about 66% of the city, so confirm your address and compare available technologies 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 T-Mobile
Households that need dependable streaming, video calls, and everyday work-from-home service can consider T-Mobile, with plans offering up to 500 Mbps download and 60 Mbps upload and an 80/100 Speed Score. Those stronger fixed wireless plans are available to about 66% of Stockton, so check your address first, and remember that eligibility requires a qualifying postpaid voice bundle.
Available Plans
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Licensed Fixed Wireless
Softcom Internet Communications Inc
Speeds up to 400 Mbps
Price Not listed
Speed Score: Faster than 80% 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
Good
Adequate
Adequate
Good
THE TAKEAWAY
Our recommendation for Stockton
Up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload can handle streaming, video calls, and several connected devices, while the Lbr Fixed Wireless plan’s 80/100 Speed Score is above Stockton’s average. Fixed wireless can vary with signal and local conditions, so confirm it is available at your address and compare performance needs with other options 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 Softcom Internet Communications Inc
Up to 400 Mbps download and 50 Mbps upload is enough for streaming, video calls, online gaming, and several connected devices, making Softcom’s fixed wireless service a good option where available. Fixed wireless can be affected by signal and weather conditions, and this plan reaches only about 11% of Stockton, so check your address before relying on it for demanding home use.
Available Plans
Lbr 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 Stockton
DigitalPath Inc’s licensed fixed wireless plan reaches about 13% of Stockton, so availability is limited and your address must be checked. With speeds up to 200 Mbps down and 20 Mbps up and a Speed Score of 59/100, it offers limited performance compared with alternatives, so consider checking other providers first.
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 13% of Stockton, so availability is limited and you will need to check your address to see whether service is an option. Its licensed fixed wireless plan offers up to 200 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, which is adequate for everyday use but below average compared with faster internet options, and fixed wireless performance can vary by location. Check for faster fiber or cable service first if your household regularly streams, games, works from home, or connects many devices.
Available Plans
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 Stockton
Fixed wireless is adequate for basic 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. Availability is limited to 12.6% of Stockton, so check your address and what other connections are available 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 Cal.net
Cal.net’s fixed wireless service offers up to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, which is adequate for browsing, video calls, and some streaming but may feel limited for busy households or heavy uploads. It reaches about 13% of Stockton, so availability is highly address-dependent, and you should check whether a faster fiber or cable option is available before choosing it.
Available Plans
Lbr 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 Stockton
Satellite internet offers broad reach and up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload, but its higher latency can affect gaming, video calls, and overall responsiveness compared with wired connections. Starlink’s Residential Max 400 Mbps plan has a Speed Score of 80/100, above Stockton’s city average of 62, and is available to 100% of the city, making it competitive for coverage and speed; still, check wired options at your address first if low latency matters.
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
Starlink uses satellite internet, so it reaches essentially every Stockton address and its Residential Max plan offers up to 400 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload for streaming, video calls, and other everyday needs, though satellite latency can affect gaming and interactive applications. The 200 Mbps and 100 Mbps plans are more affordable, but their lower speeds are below average compared with many wired options, so check your address for fiber or cable first, since those faster technologies may be available in some areas while DSL or other fallback choices may not meet modern household needs.
Available Plans
Ngso 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 Stockton
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, with availability to 100.0% of Stockton. Its 21/100 Speed Score is below the city average of 62, and satellite service offers limited performance compared with alternatives. The lower-cost Select and Lite plans provide up to 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload with a 13/100 score, or up to 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload with a 3/100 score, so check what else is available at your address first.
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 Mbps, 50 Mbps, or 100 Mbps download speeds, but the satellite service provides below-average value for demanding modern use, especially at the lower tiers. All three plans are available to 100.0% of Stockton, but satellite latency can affect video calls, gaming, and other real-time activities, so check your address for faster fiber, cable, or fixed wireless options before choosing HughesNet.
Available Plans
Gso 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 Stockton
Viasat is a limited-performance choice compared with alternatives, with a provider Speed Score of 18/100 versus Stockton’s city average of 62. Its Viasat Essentials satellite plan offers up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month, with availability to 100% of the city, but satellite service can have higher latency and may be less suitable for demanding online activities. Since address-level availability and technology options can vary, check what else 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 a backup option rather than a first choice for most Stockton households, since its satellite plans offer below-average performance, with Viasat Essentials providing up to 55 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $69.99 per month and Viasat Unleashed offering up to 34 Mbps download and 4 Mbps upload for $99.99 per month. Both plans reach 100% of Stockton, but satellite can struggle with latency and demanding modern uses, so check your address for faster fiber or cable service before signing up.
Available Plans
Gso Satellite
Internet Provider Reviews in Stockton, CA
We read 213 recent Google reviews of Stockton listings for AT&T and Xfinity and sorted each one by what it is about. Store visits and phone-plan reviews are set aside.
What AT&T customers report
Billing
Mixed
10% mention
Support
Mixed
19% mention
“Sergio helped my dad and I save money on our internet bill and had the best customer service. When recommending a phone he went into detail about the phone i was interested in as well as other phones that he personally recommended based on the information i provided him. Thank you Sergio for your help!!”
“They sold me a 5 gig internet , and it was supposed to be upgrade from my 1 gig, but I found out that I’ve been paying 2 internet bills for months, no help from staff.”
What Xfinity customers report
Outages
Very poor
10% mention
Billing
Poor
18% mention
Support
Poor
34% mention
Installation
Mixed
6% mention
Equipment
Very poor
21% mention
“Plenty of parking I was returning a Xfinity box In-N-Out in 10 minutes”
“Very poor goes out often. Presently out no reason or explanation been out for 3 hrs at this point.”
Reviews are shown exactly as posted on Google and link to the listing they came from. Star averages and counts are Google’s; the service rating and the subject grades are our reading of each review, refreshed monthly. How we do this.
Cheapest and Fastest Internet Plans in Stockton
All 22 product lines from the 7 providers with published pricing here, showing the price you would be quoted today and what it reverts to.
Showing 10 of 22 plans
- StarlinkResidential Max 400 Mbps400 MbpsDownload80Our score$130Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- Xfinity1.2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)1,200 MbpsDownload89Our score$100Per month~85.3%CoverageCable
- Xfinity1 Gig1,000 MbpsDownload81Our score$50Per month~85.3%CoverageCable
- Xfinity500 Mbps$45/mo for 60 months, then $55/mo (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers)500 MbpsDownload80Our score$45$55Per month~85.3%CoverageCable
- Xfinity300 Mbps$40/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)300 MbpsDownload72Our score$40Per month~85.3%CoverageCable
- StarlinkResidential 200 Mbps200 MbpsDownload59Our score$85Per month~100%CoverageSatellite
- 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~65.9%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~65.9%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~65.9%CoverageFixed Wireless
- Xfinity2 Gig$100/mo for 60 months (w/ AutoPay & paperless billing, new customers, 5-Year Price Guarantee)2,000 MbpsDownload91Our score$100Per month~55.9%CoverageCable
Prices are the current promotional rate where one is advertised. Sourced monthly from each provider’s own site; availability varies by address.
Compare Stockton providers head-to-head
The matchup many Stockton households compare. Green marks the better number.
AT&T FiberAT&T Fiber wins on top speed, upload, starting price and reviews; Xfinity wins on reach.
Best Fit by Household Type in Stockton
Best Fit
Students & Roommates
Choose Xfinity 300 Mbps for $40 promotional pricing for 12 months, reaching about 85% of Stockton.
Its 300 Mbps plan reaches about 85% citywide and supports shared streaming, classes, and video calls.
Check first: Confirm the address qualifies; Xfinity's 2 Gig tier reaches only about 56%.
Best Fit
Remote Workers
Choose AT&T Fiber 300Mbps for $35 promotional pricing for 12 months, reaching about 40% of Stockton.
Fiber's 300 Mbps service offers a wired connection and reaches about 40% of the city.
Check first: The promotional rate requires AutoPay, paperless billing, and a wired gateway connection.
Best Fit
Gamers & Streamers
Choose AT&T Internet 5 GIG where available for symmetrical 5,000 Mbps service reaching about 35%.
Its fiber tier offers matching download and upload speeds, useful for uploads, streaming, and multiplayer gaming.
Check first: Verify fiber availability; the 5,000 Mbps tier reaches less than AT&T's overall footprint.
Best Fit
Rural & Edge-of-City Homes
Choose Starlink Residential 100 Mbps for $55 promotional pricing, available everywhere in Stockton.
Starlink's 100 Mbps plan is available everywhere, including addresses lacking wired service.
Check first: Satellite service may differ from wired options at a specific address.
Internet Providers by ZIP Code and Neighborhood in Stockton
Almost every block in Stockton can get Xfinity. What changes from one neighborhood to the next is fiber. Tap a ZIP code on the map, or type yours.
Blocks with fiber50%65%80%90%
All of Stockton
40% of the city can get fiber
- Xfinitycable85%
- AT&Tfiber40%
40% of the city can choose between two or more cable or fiber providers.
All 12 residential ZIP codes in Stockton
| ZIP | Neighborhoods | Any fiber | Xfinity cable | AT&T Fiber | 2+ choices |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 95202 | Downtown Stockton, Waterfront/Marina District, Magnolia Historic District | 26% | 95% | 26% | 26% |
| 95203 | Civic Center, Boggs Tract, Southwest Stockton | 60% | 87% | 60% | 60% |
| 95204 | Miracle Mile, Victory Park, Tuxedo Park | 76% | 100% | 76% | 76% |
| 95205 | East Stockton, Wilson Way, Garden Acres | 58% | 97% | 58% | 58% |
| 95206 | South Stockton, French Camp, Kennedy | 35% | 84% | 35% | 35% |
| 95207 | Lincoln Village, Pacific Avenue corridor, Quail Lakes | 62% | 100% | 62% | 62% |
| 95209 | Spanos Park, Morada, Northeast Stockton | 30% | 91% | 30% | 30% |
| 95210 | Lincoln Village West, North Stockton, Bear Creek area | 29% | 98% | 29% | 29% |
| 95211 | University of the Pacific | 85% | 100% | 85% | 85% |
| 95212 | Morada, Bear Creek, North Stockton | 12% | 70% | 12% | 12% |
| 95215 | East Stockton, Garden Acres, Waterloo area | 17% | 56% | 15% | 17% |
| 95219 | Brookside, Lincoln Village West, Marina/Waterfront (Delta) | 11% | 56% | 11% | 11% |
Share of each ZIP’s census blocks where the provider files that technology with the FCC; DSL and fixed wireless are not counted as fiber. Neighborhood names are approximate.
Internet providers near Stockton
Coverage can change completely a few miles down the road. If you’re moving to or shopping just outside Stockton, check the neighboring market directly.
Stockton Internet FAQs
Who is the best internet provider in Stockton, CA?
Xfinity is Stockton's best overall provider, with cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 56% of the city. AT&T fiber is faster where available, offering 5,000/5,000 Mbps to about 35% of Stockton, so check your address before choosing.
What is the fastest internet in Stockton, CA?
AT&T fiber is fastest where available, reaching about 35% of Stockton with 5,000/5,000 Mbps service. Xfinity is the best overall choice, offering cable up to 2,000 Mbps reaching about 56%, but AT&T is faster if it reaches your address.
Which internet provider covers the most of Stockton, CA?
AT&T has the largest non-satellite footprint, covering about 87% of Stockton across its technologies. Satellite providers Starlink, HughesNet, and Viasat are available everywhere, while AT&T's fastest fiber tiers reach smaller portions of the city.
What is the cheapest internet plan in Stockton, CA?
The cheapest options are AT&T Fiber 300Mbps at $35/mo promotional pricing for 300 Mbps, reaching about 40%, and T-Mobile Rely Home Internet 400 Mbps at $35/mo for 400 Mbps, reaching about 66%. AT&T requires AutoPay and paperless billing; T-Mobile requires a qualifying wireless line and bundle.
Can I get fiber internet in Stockton?
AT&T fiber reaches about 40% of Stockton, with 1,000 Mbps service available across that fiber footprint and 5,000 Mbps reaching about 35%. Availability varies by address, so check whether your home is inside the specific fiber tier's coverage.
What internet speed do I need in Stockton?
Stockton plans range from 25 Mbps satellite service to 5,000 Mbps AT&T fiber, with 300 Mbps commonly available from Xfinity and AT&T fiber. Choose at least 300 Mbps for several users streaming, studying, or working simultaneously, subject to address-level availability.
Which internet is best in Downtown Stockton?
Xfinity is the leading listed provider in ZIP 95202, reaching about 51% with 1,200 Mbps cable service. AT&T fiber reaches about 16% there at 5,000 Mbps, so compare the address-specific cable and fiber options.
Is AT&T Fiber better than Xfinity in Stockton?
AT&T Fiber's 1 Gig plan is $50/mo with 1,000 Mbps upload; Xfinity's is $50/mo with 35 Mbps upload. AT&T Fiber sells up to 5,000 Mbps here and Xfinity up to 2,000 Mbps. Xfinity reaches more of Stockton (about 85% vs 40%), so check which one your address gets.
Is Starlink worth it in Stockton?
Rarely. Starlink starts at $55/mo, and cable or fiber reaches about 85% of Stockton. It makes the most sense at an address with no wired or 5G home internet option.
Is $100 a month a lot for internet in Stockton?
For most homes, yes. A 1 Gig plan in Stockton costs $50 (Xfinity), $50 (AT&T) a month in our latest price check. If you pay more than $80 for a gig, your promo price may have ended.
How We Analyze Internet in Stockton
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 Stockton report service availability from each provider.
Data Coverage for Stockton
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.