Compare 79606 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Abilene – 155 Mbps
TX – 139 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Abilene – 73 Mbps
TX – 62 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Abilene.
Internet providers in 79606
Internet providers in your area
79606 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 39% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.150% |
| Taylor Telephone Cooperative | $44.95 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.060% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Central Texas Tel Co-op | $56.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 34% |
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?79606 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
15616
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.05%
2 providers - 38.66%
3 providers - 1.12%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 79606 ZIP code 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 79606 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 98% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 85% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 56% of those living in the 79606 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 79606 area, and 38.66% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 79606, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Abilene
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Broadband | 34 Mbps | 40 Mbps | Wireless |
| Optimum | 196 Mbps | 19 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 41 Mbps | 39 Mbps | DSL |
| Taylor Telephone Cooperative | 171 Mbps | 126 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Abilene.
Top high-speed internet providers in 79606
The largest internet providers serving the 79606 ZIP code are AT&T, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to many in the 79606 ZIP code, covering 39% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 96% of the area. Abilene’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 79606 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 79606 ZIP code, covering 39% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Abilene, $50.81.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Abilene, $0.60.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in 79606 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 39% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Abilene's providers, 142 Mbps.
Optimum cable internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 79606 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 79606 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Abilene, $50.81.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Abilene, $0.60.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in 79606 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Abilene's providers, 142 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 79606 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 79606 ZIP 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Abilene, $50.81.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Abilene, $0.60.
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 79606 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Abilene's providers, 142 Mbps.
Internet providers in 79606 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 79606 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 39% of households in 79606. The next fastest internet provider in the 79606 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 1.150% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 79606 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Abilene, $50.81.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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