Texas internet providers
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Last updated: March 3, 2026
Our broadband experts share Texas internet plans, speed and pricing from providers like Xfinity, AT&T and Spectrum. Texas residents enjoy average speeds of 363 Mbps.
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Best internet providers in Texas
SPECTRUM: Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET ADVANTAGE: Offer based on eligibility requirements. Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Price for Gig speed additional. Capable modem required for all Gig speeds. For a list of capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem. ©2026 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Internet Performance: Spectrum Internet is powered by fiber and delivered to your home via HFC. Updated 03/03/26.
AT&T: Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. Single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101. Plus taxes (w/ eligible Autopay & Paperless bill). Price after $10/mo AutoPay & Paperless bill discount. (Starts w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge applies in NV, OH, TX. One time install fee may apply.
Texas internet at a glance
- Median statewide download/upload speeds: 285/49 Mbps
- Fastest Texas internet speeds: Up to 8 Gbps from Google Fiber
- Average starting internet cost: $52.00/mo.
- Most available connections: Satellite internet (100%); cable internet (78%)
Key takeaways
Fastest internet in Texas
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) defines fast internet as at least 100 Mbps. Texas internet averages around 300 Mbps, slightly above the U.S. average of 285 Mbps, but the speed you need will vary depending on your online activities. We recommend 300 to 500 Mbps for households with three to four people and multiple devices.
- Google Fiber and AT&T Fiber provide the fastest internet in Texas, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps and 4,700 Mbps,** respectively
- AT&T has broader availability in cities like Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas and Fort Worth, Waco, Abilene, Tyler and McKinney
- Google Fiber has speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in select areas like San Antonio and Austin, although most households will find the 1,000 Mbps plan at $70.00/mo. is sufficient
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber | $155.00/mo.** | 4,700 Mbps** | Fiber |
| Spectrum | $90.00/mo.*** | Up to 2,000 Mbps | Cable/fiber |
| Google Fiber | $70.00/mo. | 1,000 – 8,000 Mbps | Fiber |
| Nextlink Fiber | $80.00/mo. | 1,000 – 2,000 Mbps | Fiber |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. Updated as of 03/03/26.
**Plus taxes (w/ eligible Autopay & Paperless bill). Price after discounts: $90/mo discount for new residential customers and $10/mo w/ eligible Autopay & Paperless bill (w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge in TX, OH, NV applies. Limited availability. May not be available in your area. Call or go to fiber.att.com to see if you qualify. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. Single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101.
***Price for Gig speed additional. Capable modem required for all Gig speeds. For a list of capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem. ©2026 Charter Communications, all rights reserved.
Cheapest internet in Texas
The cheapest internet in Texas comes from multiple providers. Spectrum offers a starting price of $30.00/mo. for up to 100 Mbps, and Xfinity offers up to 300 Mbps for $40.00/mo. for its lowest speed tier. Xfinity’s availability is mainly focused in Houston. Verizon is also a cheap option, but you have to bundle with a mobile plan for the cheapest rate of $35.00/mo.
When shopping for cheap internet, remember that not all speeds are available at all addresses, so start your internet journey by searching in your ZIP code. Some providers offer attractive promotional prices for new customers, but check out the regular price so you aren’t surprised after the promo period ends.
You can also save money by bundling TV or phone services with your internet plan. Not all providers offer lower costs for bundling, so check the fine print to find out if it’s beneficial to get extra services.
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed | Connection type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | $30.00/mo.** | 100 Mbps | Cable |
| Verizon 5G Home Internet | $35.00/mo.*** with mobile plan | 25 – 300 Mbps | 5G |
| Xfinity | $40.00/mo. | 300 Mbps | Cable |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. Updated as of 03/03/26.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET ADVANTAGE: Offer based on eligibility requirements. Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2026 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Internet Performance: Spectrum Internet is powered by fiber and delivered to your home via HFC.
***Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. 5G Home plan at $35/mo., 5G Home Plus plan at $45/mo. Or 5G Home Ultimate plan at $60/mo. when combined with postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. Auto Pay & paper-free billing req’d. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Availability varies. Subject to credit approval. © 2026 Verizon.
Texas internet provider comparison
Texas internet providers include nationwide companies such as T-Mobile, AT&T, Spectrum, Xfinity and more. Regional internet providers also include fiber providers Point Broadband (formerly Monster Broadband), Tachus Fiber Internet and Ezee Fiber.
| Provider | Starting price* | Download speed | Connection type | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 T-Mobile 5G Home Internet | $30.00/mo.** w/ Autopay and voice line. Plus taxes & fees | 87 – 498 Mbps | 5G | 57% |
 AT&T | $45.00/mo.*** | 100 – 4,700 Mbps*** | Fiber | 53% |
 Spectrum | $30.00/mo.† | 100 – 2,000 Mbps | Cable/fiber | 45% |
 Xfinity | $40.00/mo. | 300 – 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 20% |
 Verizon 5G Home Internet | $35.00/mo.†† with mobile plan | 25 – 1,000 Mbps | 5G | 24% |
 Kinetic | $39.99/mo. | 100 – 2,000 Mbps | Fiber, DSL | 20% |
 Nextlink | $45.00/mo. | 50 – 2,000 Mbps | Fixed wireless, fiber | 18% |
 Rise Broadband | $30.00/mo. | 50 – 5,000 Mbps | Fixed wireless, fiber | 13% |
 Google Fiber | $70.00/mo. | 1,000 – 8,000 Mbps | Fiber | 1% |
 Hughesnet | $39.99/mo. | 25 – 100 Mbps | Satellite | 71% |
 Viasat | $99.99/mo. | 25 – 150 Mbps | Satellite | 95% |
 Starlink | $50.00/mo. | 100 – 400 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*Pricing per month plus taxes for length of contract. Additional fees and terms may apply. Pricing varies by location and availability. All prices subject to change at any time. May or may not be available based on service address. Speeds may vary. Updated as of 03/03/26.
**Savings with $20 in monthly bill credits. Limited-time; subject to change. Qualifying credit, postpaid voice line, and new Internet line required. If you have cancelled Internet lines in past 90 days, you may need to reactivate them first. Credits may take up to 2 bill cycles; credits will stop if you cancel any lines or change plans. Limit 1/account. May not be combined with some offers or discounts.
***Plus taxes (w/ eligible Autopay & Paperless bill). Price after $10/mo AutoPay & Paperless bill discount. (Starts w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge applies in NV, OH, TX. One time install fee may apply. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For 5GIG, single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101.
†Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET ADVANTAGE: Offer based on eligibility requirements. Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2026 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Internet Performance: Spectrum Internet is powered by fiber and delivered to your home via HFC.
†Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Capable modem required for all Gig speeds. For a list of capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2026 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Internet Performance: Spectrum Internet is powered by fiber and delivered to your home via HFC.
††Price guarantee for 3-5 years, depending on internet plan, for new and existing myHome customers. 5G Home plan at $35/mo., 5G Home Plus plan at $45/mo. Or 5G Home Ultimate plan at $60/mo. when combined with postpaid mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. Auto Pay & paper-free billing req’d. Mobile + Home Discount: $15/mo savings on Verizon Home Internet plans when combined with any Verizon postpaid mobile phone plan (excludes business and data-only plans). Availability varies. Subject to credit approval. © 2026 Verizon.
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How we review internet in Texas
Our methodology
We evaluate broadband providers in four categories: affordability, performance, value and customer satisfaction. Each category contains multiple sub-factors, all of which are weighted differently to impact the provider’s overall score.
For each sub-factor, we score all providers on a continuous scale of one to five, relative to the industry as a whole. Because the average download speed in America is currently 290 Mbps, for example, we assigned all plans with download speeds between 100 and 299 Mbps a score between three and four. Xfinity’s 200 Mbps plan received a 3.50 score for download speed, while Spectrum’s 500 Mbps plan got a 3.71.
We only considered standardized data points in our scoring system. More abstract data like consistency of service and brand reputation is still part of our analysis, but we opted to let our writers address them in the context of each review.
Texas internet statistics
Comparing Texas’ average download and upload speeds to national averages can vary depending on the source, which is why we use Ookla’s Speedtest Global Index, whose methodology provides “the most accurate reflection of real-world consumer network experience.”
Texas vs. the U.S.
Texas
- Download speed: 285.59 Mbps
- Upload speed: 49.20 Mbps
U.S.
- Download speed: 311.04 Mbps
- Upload speed: 99.82 Mbps
Internet availability in Texas
Texans have access to a variety of internet connection types from multiple providers, such as fiber from AT&T, Google Fiber and Nextlink, and 5G home internet from T-Mobile and Verizon.
- Satellite: 100%
- Cable: 78%
- Fixed wireless: 63%
- Fiber: 55%
- DSL: 5%
Source: FCC Broadband Map.
Quality of internet access in Texas
All Texas households have access to the minimum broadband speed standard of 100/20 Mbps, but less than 70% have access to gigabit speeds.
- Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 100/20 Mbps): 100%
- Residents with broadband access (speeds at or over 250/25 Mbps): 90%
- Residents with access to gigabit speeds (at or over 1,000/100 Mbps): 65%
Sources: FCC coverage maps and data, Ookla Speed Tests, internal speed test results and provider websites.
Data privacy
The Texas Data Privacy and Security Act was enacted at the start of 2025 and offers Texas residents more rights over their data. It establishes new laws for collecting, storing, processing and selling personal data.
Texas internet provider breakdowns
The top Texas broadband plans featured here are widely available across the state. However, based on your location, local and regional Texas internet providers may be available, such as Tachus Fiber (up to 5 Gbps) or Ezee Fiber (up to 8 Gbps).
Plans starting at
$45.00 /mo.
Speeds up to
4,700 Mbps
Overview
Nearly half of Texas can get AT&T fiber service. Starting at $45.00/mo.,* plus taxes (w/ eligible Autopay & Paperless bill) for up to 100 Mbps,* it is a good price point for symmetrical internet.
*Price after $10/mo AutoPay & Paperless bill discount. (Starts w/in 2 bills). Monthly State Cost Recovery Charge applies in NV, OH, TX. One time install fee may apply. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101. Updated as of 03/03/26.
Plans starting at
$30.00 /mo.
Speeds up to
2,000 Mbps
Overview
Spectrum is a solid choice for a cable service, with up to 100 Mbps for just $30.00/mo. It’s available to just less than half of Texas addresses.
Plans starting at
$30.00 /mo.
Speeds up to
498 Mbps
Overview
T-Mobile’s 5G Home Internet is a fixed wireless service, meaning you need to be near a cell tower to use it.
Texas internet customer reviews
We’ve collected provider reviews from real Texas customers to help you make the most informed internet purchase for your home.
My internet speed continued to decrease from the maximum speed of 8 Mbps. It actually averages less than 5 Mbps. It’s been a waste of money and a horrible experience. Don’t waste your money.
1/5
The tech was fabulous. The customer service I received when my internet wasn’t working was terrible.
5/5
This is the FIRST AND ONLY internet provider I’ve been able to find that serves this area. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
5/5
Find Texas internet providers by city
Browse the median download and upload speeds from Ookla’s Speedtest.net and the number of providers available in each city in the following tables. We’ve also included FCC data on each city’s access to at least 100 Mbps, 250 Mbps and 1,000 Mbps.
Depending on where in Texas you live or are moving to, shopping for internet can present a variety of options. Click on your city or metro area to explore types of internet, providers, available speeds and plan options in your area.
North Texas
North Texas is generally considered the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolis and other areas north of Waco.
North Texas has access to cable, fiber, fixed wireless and satellite internet. Fixed wireless is heavily available in North Texas, while fiber availability is focused in areas such as Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Denton and Cleburne.
| City | Download speed | Upload speed | % access to 100 Mbps | % access to 250 Mbps | % access to 1 Gbps | # of providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas | 171.71 Mbps | 39.24 Mbps | 100% | 94% | 70% | 7 |
| Fort Worth | 356.57 Mbps | 192.13 | 100% | 98% | 66% | 10 |
| Grand Prairie | 372.20 Mbps | 240.65 Mbps | 100% | 93% | 76% | 7 |
| McKinney | 366.76 Mbps | 233.60 Mbps | 100% | 93% | 86% | 10 |
| Plano | 309.17 Mbps | 167.34 Mbps | 100% | 91% | 87% | 8 |
Sources: Ookla’s Speedtest.net, Federal Communications Commission National Broadband Map.
Central Texas
The Central Texas region can be defined as the area home to major cities such as Austin, Killeen, College Station and Waco.
Central Texas residents can enjoy widespread fixed wireless and satellite access, but there is more limited fiber and cable availability. Austin has access to around 80% – 100% fiber serviceability while surrounding towns like Round Rock and Georgetown have more limited access.
| City | Download speed | Upload speed | % access to 100 Mbps | % access to 250 Mbps | % access to 1 Gbps | # of providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | 363.70 Mbps | 115.79 Mbps | 100% | 94% | 70% | 9 |
| College Station | 276.89 Mbps | 37.34 Mbps | 100% | 85% | 26% | 10 |
| Killeen | 396.37 Mbps | 30.99 Mbps | 100% | 99% | 85% | 8 |
| Round Rock | 347.89 Mbps | 35.91 Mbps | 100% | 94% | 38% | 8 |
| Waco | 316.80 Mbps | 35.47 Mbps | 100% | 99% | 47% | 8 |
Sources: Ookla’s Speedtest.net, Federal Communications Commission National Broadband Map.
South Texas
South Texas comprises areas south of and including San Antonio, with the Rio Grande and Gulf of Mexico forming its western, southern and eastern boundaries.
Cable availability is spotty in South Texas, mainly in cities like Corpus Christi, Edinburg, Kingsville and Harlingen. Fiber availability is even less, with those areas hovering around 0% – 40% serviceability.
| City | Download speed | Upload speed | % access to 100 Mbps | % access to 250 Mbps | % access to 1 Gbps | # of providers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brownsville | 345.50 Mbps | 21.57 Mbps | 100% | 93% | 81% | 10 |
| Corpus Christi | 361.56 Mbps | 35.57 Mbps | 100% | 97% | 63% | 9 |
| Eagle Pass | 347.89 Mbps | 35.91 Mbps | 100% | 90% | 4% | 6 |
| Laredo | 329.69 Mbps | 21.96 Mbps | 100% | 90% | 23% | 8 |
| McAllen | 366.04 Mbps | 32.87 Mbps | 92% | 63% | 26% | 8 |
Sources: Ookla’s Speedtest.net, Federal Communications Commission National Broadband Map.
Explore Texas internet providers by ZIP code
Other Texas ZIP code internet options
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Texas internet provider store locations
Texas internet FAQs
Which is the best internet provider in Texas?
AT&T Fiber, Google Fiber and Nextlink provide fiber internet in Texas, which is the fastest and most reliable type of internet.
What is the fastest internet provider in Texas?
The fastest internet provider in Texas is AT&T Fiber, which provides speeds up to 4,700 Mbps.* Google Fiber is another fast option with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps, but it has limited availability in Austin and San Antonio.
What is the cheapest internet provider in Texas?
The cheapest internet provider in Texas is Spectrum, but Verizon offers cheap options as well when you bundle with a mobile plan.
Is fiber internet available in Texas?
Yes, fiber internet is available in Texas through AT&T Fiber, Google Fiber and Nextlink.
*Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds may vary. Single device wired speed maximum 4.7Gbps. For more info, go to www.att.com/speed101. Updated as of 03/03/26.
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