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Internet providers in 78541
Find internet providers serving the 78541 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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AT&T | $30 | 100 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 82% |
Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 92% |
Tabco Services | - | - | Cable | 96% |
SmartCom Telephone | - | - | Fiber-optic | 14% |
HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
VTX1 Companies | - | - | Wireless | 99% |
Tabco Services | - | - | Wireless | 96% |
Aerolink Networks | - | - | Wireless | 96% |
Twin Internet | $29.95 | 3 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 9.847% |
*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?78541 internet service at a glance
At 99%, broadband coverage in the 78541 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 78541 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 82% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 14% of those living in the 78541 ZIP code.
There are nine internet providers serving the 78541 area, and 91.69% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among nine internet providers in 78541, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 78541
The largest internet providers serving the 78541 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 78541 ZIP code, covering 82% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 92% of the area. Edinburg’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 78541 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 nearly all households in the 78541 ZIP code, covering 82% 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 Edinburg, $42.99.
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 Edinburg, $1.07.
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 78541 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 82% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Edinburg's providers, 46 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 nearly all households in the 78541 ZIP code, covering 92% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 78541 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Edinburg, $42.99.
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 Edinburg, $1.07.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 78541 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Edinburg's providers, 46 Mbps.

HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 78541 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 78541 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 Edinburg, $42.99.
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 Edinburg, $1.07.
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 78541 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Edinburg's providers, 46 Mbps.
Internet providers in 78541 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 78541?
SmartCom Telephone is the fastest internet provider in the 78541 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 14% of households in 78541. The next fastest internet provider in the 78541 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 92% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 78541?
Twin Internet offers the cheapest internet in the 78541 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Edinburg, $42.99.
Is fiber internet available in 78541?
SmartCom Telephone is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 78541 ZIP code, covering 14% of the city.
What internet providers are available at my address?
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.
Do I need a phone line for broadband?
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.