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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 75% |
| Suddenlink Communications | $30 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $39.95 | 5 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Central Texas Telephone Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 5.017% |
*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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Abilene internet service at a glance
At 98%, broadband coverage in Abilene is comparable to the rest of Texas - 91%, and comparable to broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the Abilene area will have access to cable, which covers 98% of Abilene residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 77% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Abilene, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are six internet providers serving the Abilene area, and 76.54% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Abilene's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Abilene
The largest internet providers in Abilene are AT&T, Suddenlink Communications, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Abilene.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Abilene residents, covering 75% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Suddenlink Communications, which covers 98% of the area. Abilene’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Abilene residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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*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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in Abilene covering 75% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Abilene to deliver service, which often leads to lower prices and higher availability, though download speeds are likely to be slower than cable or fiber-optic internet.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Abilene, $41.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Abilene, $1.10.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Abilene. These download speeds are available to 75% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Abilene's providers, 214 Mbps.
Suddenlink Communications cable internet
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*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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Suddenlink Communications offers broadband to nearly all households in Abilene covering 98% of the area.
Suddenlink Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Abilene residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Suddenlink Communications start at $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Abilene, $41.99.
Suddenlink Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Abilene, $1.10.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Suddenlink Communications offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Abilene. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Abilene's providers, 214 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Abilene covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Abilene where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Abilene, $41.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Abilene, $1.10.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Abilene. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Abilene's providers, 214 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Abilene?
Suddenlink Communications is the fastest internet provider in Abilene with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 98% of households in Abilene. The next fastest internet provider in Abilene is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 75% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Abilene?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Abilene with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Abilene, $41.99.
What are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Do I need Wi-Fi extenders?
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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