AT&T Fiber24% available in Bakersfield
Internet Providers in Bakersfield, California
7 providers available in Kern County · speeds up to 1000 Mbps · plans from $45/mo
At the center of Bakersfield, 7 providers show modeled coverage. Verify the providers available at your exact Bakersfield address. How we compute availability.
Spectrum80% available in Bakersfield
T-Mobile Home Internet74% available in Bakersfield
AT&T Internet Air24% available in Bakersfield
Verizon 5G Home37% available in Bakersfield
StarlinkAvailable nationwide
Compare providers in Bakersfield
| Provider | Connection | Speeds up to | From | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber | Fiber | 1,000 Mbps | $55/mo | 24% |
| Xfinity | Cable | 1,000 Mbps | $45/mo | — |
| Spectrum | Cable | 1,000 Mbps | $50/mo | 80% |
| T-Mobile Home Internet | Fixed Wireless | 415 Mbps | $60/mo | 74% |
| AT&T Internet Air | Fixed Wireless | 300 Mbps | $55/mo | 24% |
| Verizon 5G Home | Fixed Wireless | 300 Mbps | $60/mo | 37% |
| Starlink | Satellite | 150 Mbps | $120/mo | Nationwide |
Coverage in Bakersfield
FCC COVERAGE — KERN COUNTY
AT&T Fiber24%
Spectrum80%
T-Mobile Home Internet74%
AT&T Internet Air24%
Verizon 5G Home37%
Share of serviceable locations in Kern County covered per FCC Broadband Data Collection filings. Satellite (available everywhere) not shown.
Internet options in Bakersfield, California
Bakersfield residents in Kern County can choose from 7 internet providers. The area is served by Satellite, Fixed Wireless, Fiber, and Cable, with download speeds ranging from 100 to 1000 Mbps. As one of the larger cities in California, Bakersfield benefits from robust cable infrastructure and active fiber expansion from multiple internet providers. Plan pricing in Bakersfield starts at $45/month, with the fastest available plan reaching 1000 Mbps. Whether you work from home, stream video, or just need reliable connectivity for day-to-day use, understanding what each technology delivers — and where it's available in Kern County — helps you choose the right plan.
Choosing the right internet in Bakersfield
Fiber internet is available in parts of Bakersfield — if your address qualifies, it's the strongest option on the market. AT&T Fiber offers symmetrical speeds up to 1000 Mbps with no data caps, meaning your upload speed matches your download speed. That symmetry matters for Bakersfield households doing video calls, remote work, and uploading large files. Check address-level availability before assuming fiber has reached your block in Kern County.
Fixed-wireless internet from Verizon 5G Home and AT&T Internet Air and T-Mobile Home Internet reach homes in Bakersfield that lack access to fiber or cable. Rather than requiring buried cable infrastructure, Verizon 5G Home and AT&T Internet Air and T-Mobile Home Internet transmit radio signals from towers near Bakersfield directly to a receiver mounted on your home. Typical plans run from 100 to 415 Mbps down — sufficient for HD streaming, video conferencing, and remote work. Line of sight to a tower is required, so coverage depends on your exact address and local terrain in Kern County.
Cable internet from Xfinity serves a large portion of Bakersfield with dependable download speeds reaching up to 1000 Mbps. Cable infrastructure is well-established across Kern County, making it one of the more widely available options for residents near town centers. One consideration: Xfinity cable upload speeds are significantly slower than download speeds — this is generally fine for streaming but can feel limiting during high-volume video calls or frequent cloud backups from a Bakersfield home.
Starlink satellite internet is available at any address in Bakersfield, making it a reliable last-resort option for homes where terrestrial providers haven't reached. At $120/month with no long-term contract, it costs more than most wired services — but for locations in Kern County where fixed wireless and cable aren't an option, the performance improvement over legacy satellite is significant. Expect typical download speeds around 150 Mbps and meaningfully lower latency than older geostationary satellite systems serving Kern County.
Frequently asked questions
- What internet providers are available in Bakersfield, California?
- Bakersfield has 7 internet providers: Starlink, Verizon 5G Home, AT&T Internet Air, AT&T Fiber, T-Mobile Home Internet, Xfinity, Spectrum. Technology types available include Satellite, Fixed Wireless, Fiber, Cable. Coverage varies by address — check your specific street address above to see which providers serve your home in Kern County.
- What is the fastest internet speed available in Bakersfield?
- The fastest plan in Bakersfield offers 1000 Mbps download from AT&T Fiber on their Fiber 1 Gig plan at $80/month. Top advertised plan speeds in Bakersfield cluster around 700 Mbps.
- How much does internet cost in Bakersfield, California?
- Internet in Bakersfield starts at $45/month for 300 Mbps from Xfinity. Xfinity offers this plan with no long-term contract. Prices across all providers range from $45 to $120/month depending on speed and technology type.
- Is fiber internet available in Bakersfield?
- Yes, fiber internet is available in parts of Bakersfield through AT&T Fiber. Fiber coverage is address-specific — not every block in Kern County has completed fiber buildout. Use the address checker above to confirm availability at your home.
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Providers serving Bakersfield
- AT&T Fiber plans and pricing for Bakersfield residents
- Xfinity plans and pricing for Bakersfield residents
- Spectrum plans and pricing for Bakersfield residents
- T-Mobile Home Internet plans and pricing for Bakersfield residents
- AT&T Internet Air plans and pricing for Bakersfield residents
- Verizon 5G Home plans and pricing for Bakersfield residents
- Starlink plans and pricing for Bakersfield residents
Is a specific provider available in Bakersfield?
- Is AT&T Fiber available in Bakersfield, CA? Plans & pricing
- Is Xfinity available in Bakersfield, CA? Plans & pricing
- Is T-Mobile Home Internet available in Bakersfield, CA? Plans & pricing
- Is Spectrum available in Bakersfield, CA? Plans & pricing
- Is Verizon 5G Home available in Bakersfield, CA? Plans & pricing
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Data last reviewed: July 2026 · Sourced from FCC filings and ISP-verified submissions