| Provider | ||||
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Vyve Broadband  | - | 105 - 960 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Central Texas Tel Co-op | $56.95 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| TRANSWORLD NETWORK CORP | $49.95 | - | Wireless | 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. As of Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 98.36%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Ballinger 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 Ballinger area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Ballinger residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 98% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Ballinger, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the Ballinger area, and 98.36% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Ballinger's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Rise Broadband | 24 Mbps | 7 Mbps | Wireless |
| Vyve Broadband | 107 Mbps | 9 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Ballinger.
The largest internet providers in Ballinger are HughesNet and Viasat bringing satellite options to Ballinger.
Satellite internet from HughesNet is available to nearly all Ballinger residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from Viasat, which covers 100% of the area.
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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 Ballinger covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ballinger 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 Ballinger, $53.97.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ballinger, $3.60.
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 Ballinger. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Ballinger's providers, 13 Mbps.
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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 Viasat offers broadband to all households in Ballinger covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Ballinger 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Ballinger, $53.97.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Ballinger, $3.60.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Ballinger. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Ballinger's providers, 13 Mbps.
Central Texas Tel Co-op is the fastest internet provider in Ballinger with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Ballinger. The next fastest internet provider in Ballinger is Vyve Broadband, offering download speeds up to 960 Mbps to 98% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Ballinger with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Ballinger, $53.97.
No matter where you live, your address is likely serviceable for satellite internet from providers such as HughesNet and Viasat. You will probably also have the option of at least one cable provider, such as Cox, Spectrum and Xfinity, and DSL providers such as Frontier and Verizon. Roughly a third of households will be eligible for fiber internet from AT&T, CenturyLink, Windstream or other providers.
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
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