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Internet providers in 79720
Find internet providers serving the 79720 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 63% |
| Suddenlink Communications | $30 | 50 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 95% |
| Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 6.264% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Basin 2 Way Radio, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 77% |
| Central Texas Telephone Cooperative, Inc. | - | - | Wireless | 3.099% |
*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?79720 internet service at a glance
At 96%, broadband coverage in the 79720 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 79720 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 95% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 63% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 6.260% of those living in the 79720 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 79720 area, and 67.62% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 79720, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 79720
The largest internet providers serving the 79720 ZIP code are AT&T, Suddenlink Communications, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 79720 ZIP code, covering 63% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Suddenlink Communications, which covers 95% of the area. Big Spring’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 79720 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 most households in the 79720 ZIP code, covering 63% 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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Big Spring, $42.50.
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 Big Spring, $0.90.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in 79720 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 63% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Big Spring's providers, 262 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 the 79720 ZIP code, covering 95% of the area.
Suddenlink Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 79720 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 Big Spring, $42.50.
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 Big Spring, $0.90.
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 79720 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Big Spring's providers, 262 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 79720 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 79720 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Big Spring, $42.50.
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 Big Spring, $0.90.
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 79720 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Big Spring's providers, 262 Mbps.
Internet providers in 79720 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 79720?
Suddenlink Communications is the fastest internet provider in the 79720 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 95% of households in 79720. The next fastest internet provider in the 79720 ZIP code is Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative, Inc., offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 77% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 79720?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in the 79720 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Big Spring, $42.50.
Is fiber internet available in 79720?
Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative, Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 79720 ZIP code, covering 6.264% of the city.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Should I use my own router?
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.
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.
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