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Internet providers in 78746
Find internet providers serving the 78746 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| AT&T | $40 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 30% |
| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Google Fiber | $50 | 100 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 43% |
| RCN | $19.99 | 25 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 21% |
| Suddenlink Communications | $30 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 2.767% |
| GTT Communications | - | - | DSL | 2.577% |
| American Broadband | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.258% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Ranch Wireless | $29.95 | 1 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 76% |
*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?78746 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 78746 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 78746 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 74% of those living in the 78746 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 78746 area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 78746, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 78746
The largest internet providers serving the 78746 ZIP code are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 78746 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 30% of the area. Austin’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 78746 ZIP code.
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 all households in the 78746 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 $30/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Austin, $39.36.
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 Austin, $0.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 78746 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Austin's providers, 555 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic 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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 78746 ZIP code, covering 30% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 78746 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Austin, $39.36.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Austin, $0.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 78746 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 30% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Austin's providers, 555 Mbps.
Spectrum 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 Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 78746 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 78746 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Austin, $39.36.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Austin, $0.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 78746 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Austin's providers, 555 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 78746 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 78746 and the greater Austin area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Austin at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Austin at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 78746 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Austin may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $59.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Austin DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 78746 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 78746?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 78746 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 30% of households in 78746. The next fastest internet provider in the 78746 ZIP code is Google Fiber, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 43% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 78746?
RCN offers the cheapest internet in the 78746 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Austin, $39.36.
Is fiber internet available in 78746?
Google Fiber is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 78746 ZIP code, covering 43% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in 78746 and is available to 30% of households.
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.
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