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Baytown, TX internet providers

Provider
Frontier $54.99 VariesFiber-optic1.126%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 MbpsCable94%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 MbpsCable8.552%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 MbpsSatellite100%
Viasat $69.99 12 - 150 MbpsSatellite100%

*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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Baytown internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    3000 Mbps

    Provider: Xfinity

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    71322

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 95.77%

    2 providers - 89.22%

    3 providers - 10.35%

    4+ providers - 0.47%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 97%

    DSL - 94%

    Fiber - 7.770%

    Source: FCC

At 99%, broadband coverage in Baytown 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 Baytown area will have access to cable, which covers 97% of Baytown residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 7.770% of those living in Baytown.

There are seven internet providers serving the Baytown area, and 89.22% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Baytown's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.

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Average internet speeds in Baytown

ProviderDownload speedUpload speedInternet type
Rise Broadband 60 Mbps 49 Mbps Wireless
Viasat 26 Mbps 2 Mbps Satellite
Optimum 83 Mbps 9 Mbps Cable
Frontier 94 Mbps 65 Mbps Fiber-optic
Xfinity 102 Mbps 57 Mbps Cable

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Baytown.

Compare Baytown internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Baytown – 143 Mbps

    TX – 139 Mbps

    U.S. – 123 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Baytown – 32 Mbps

    TX – 62 Mbps

    U.S. – 44 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Baytown.

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Top high-speed internet providers in Baytown

The largest internet providers in Baytown are Xfinity, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to Baytown.

Cable internet from Xfinity is available to nearly all Baytown residents, covering 94% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Baytown’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Baytown residents.

Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

94%

*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 Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Baytown covering 94% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Baytown residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Baytown, $47.84.

Xfinity 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 Baytown, $0.67.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Baytown. These download speeds are available to 94% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Baytown's providers, 342 Mbps.

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HughesNet satellite internet

Provider
HughesNet
Starting price*
$64.99/mo.
Max download speed

25 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Baytown covering 100% of the area.

HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Baytown 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 Baytown, $47.84.

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 Baytown, $0.67.

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 Baytown. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Baytown's providers, 342 Mbps.

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Viasat satellite internet

Provider
Viasat
Starting price*
$69.99/mo.
Max download speed

150 Mbps

Max upload speed

3 Mbps

Average availability

100%

*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 Baytown covering 100% of the area.

Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Baytown 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 Baytown, $47.84.

Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Baytown, $0.67.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Baytown. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Baytown's providers, 342 Mbps.

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Internet provider frequently asked questions

Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in Baytown with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 94% of households in Baytown. The next fastest internet provider in Baytown is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 8.552% of the area.

Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Baytown with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Baytown, $47.84.

Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Baytown, covering 1.126% of the city.

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.

Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.

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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