Internet providers in Oakland, California 94609
ZIP code 94609 is in Oakland, Alameda County, California. Compare the major providers below, then check availability for your address.
Internet in Oakland 94609: local snapshot
About 93% of the 10,998 households in 94609 have a broadband subscription, in line with the California average of 92%. That ranks 94609#776 of 1627 ZIP codes in California for broadband adoption.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2023). These figures describe the area, not the providers available at your address.
Compare internet providers in Oakland, California
Share of residential locations in Oakland where each provider reports service, from the FCC National Broadband Map (data as of December 31, 2025). Availability depends on your exact address.
| # | Provider | Technology (varies by address) | Locations covered | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Xfinity | Cable | 99% | |
| 2 | AT&T | Fiber, DSL, Fixed wireless | 97% | Check availability |
| 3 | Unwired | Fixed wireless | 94% | |
| 4 | T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed wireless | 76% | |
| 5 | Verizon | Fiber, Fixed wireless | 69% | Check availability |
| 6 | Etheric Communications | Fixed wireless | 69% | |
| 7 | Sonic Telecom | Fiber | 61% | |
| 8 | California Internet | Fixed wireless | 16% | |
| 9 | Google Fiber | Fiber | 4% | |
| 10 | Astound Broadband | Fiber, Cable | 4% |
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| 11 | Sail Internet Holdings | Fixed wireless | 1% |
Satellite internet
| 1 | HughesNet | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 2 | Viasat | Satellite | 99%+ | |
| 3 | Starlink | Satellite | 99%+ |
Satellite service is available at nearly every address but typically has higher latency than wired options.
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What technologies are available in Oakland?
Fiber is widely available: about 81% of locations in Oakland can get it. Gigabit-class service (1,000 Mbps down) is reported for about 95% of locations. DSL is still reported for about 41% of locations, which can be a fallback where fiber and cable do not reach. Fixed wireless home internet is reported for about 98% of locations.
FCC National Broadband Map, data as of December 31, 2025: share of residential locations in Oakland that providers report they can serve. City-level figures, not your address.
What to know about internet in Oakland 94609
Xfinity reports service to the most residential locations in Oakland, about 99%. 7 providers report coverage of at least half of locations (Xfinity, AT&T, Unwired, T-Mobile Home Internet, Verizon, Etheric Communications, and Sonic Telecom), so the market looks competitive. Fiber-focused providers reporting service here include Sonic Telecom (61%) and Google Fiber (4%). Unwired, T-Mobile Home Internet, and Etheric Communications offer fixed wireless home internet, an option if you prefer no cable or fiber installation.
Broadband adoption in 94609 (93%) is higher than the Oakland average of 90%. By median household income, 94609 ranks 6 of 13 ZIP codes in Oakland. The median age of residents is 35.
Frequently asked questions
Is fiber internet available in Oakland?
Yes, in part. About 81% of residential locations in Oakland can get fiber, 96% can get cable, and about 95% can get gigabit-class speeds, per FCC data. Availability depends on your exact address.
Which internet provider has the widest coverage in Oakland?
Xfinity reports service to about 99% of residential locations in Oakland, the most of any provider, per FCC data. Availability still depends on your address.
How many internet providers serve Oakland?
10 providers report service to at least 2% of locations in Oakland, and 7 cover at least half. Satellite (HughesNet, Viasat, Starlink) is also available nearly everywhere.
Is there fiber internet in Oakland?
Fiber providers reporting service in Oakland include Sonic Telecom (61% of locations) and Google Fiber (4% of locations). Other providers may also offer fiber in parts of the city, so check your address.
What is the difference between fiber, cable and DSL?
Fiber offers the fastest and most consistent speeds, cable is widely available with high download speeds, and DSL runs over phone lines and is usually slower. See our guide for details.
What internet speed do I need in Oakland 94609?
Most households are well served by 100–300 Mbps. Heavy streaming, gaming or many connected devices may benefit from 500 Mbps or more.
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