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| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 1.830% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 98% |
Consolidated Communications 
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$35.00 | 50 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 25% |
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Consolidated Communications
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$35.00 | 50 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 12% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 1.680% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.680% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| IguanaNet | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 98% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 98.38%
2 providers - 38.06%
3 providers - 1.83%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77301 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 77301 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% 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 21% of those living in the 77301 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 77301 area, and 38.06% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 77301, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 3,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 77301 ZIP code are Optimum and Consolidated Communications bringing cable, DSL, and fiber-optic options to the area.
Cable internet from Optimum is available to nearly all in the 77301 ZIP code, covering 98% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Consolidated Communications, which covers 25% of the area. Conroe’s third most-available internet provider, Consolidated Communications, offers fiber-optic to around 12% of residents in the 77301 ZIP code.
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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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to nearly all households in the 77301 ZIP code, covering 98% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77301 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Conroe, $42.27.
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 Conroe, $0.27.
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 77301 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Conroe's providers, 606 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from Consolidated Communications offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 77301 ZIP code, covering 25% of the area.
DSL internet from Consolidated Communications 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 Consolidated Communications start at $35/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Conroe, $42.27.
Consolidated Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.70 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Conroe, $0.27.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Consolidated Communications offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 100 Mbps in 77301 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 25% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Conroe's providers, 606 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Consolidated Communications offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 77301 ZIP code, covering 12% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Consolidated Communications is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout 77301 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for Consolidated Communications start at $35/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Conroe, $42.27.
Consolidated Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.70 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Conroe, $0.27.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Consolidated Communications offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 77301 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 12% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Conroe's providers, 606 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77301 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77301 and the greater Conroe area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Conroe at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Conroe at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 77301 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Xfinity is the fastest internet provider in the 77301 ZIP code with download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 1.830% of households in 77301. The next fastest internet provider in the 77301 ZIP code is Consolidated Communications, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 25% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 77301 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Conroe, $42.27.
Consolidated Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77301 ZIP code, covering 12% of the city. Astound also offers fiber internet in 77301 and is available to 1.680% of households.
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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