Compare Elsa internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Elsa – 101 Mbps
TX – 140 Mbps
U.S. – 125 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Elsa – 22 Mbps
TX – 63 Mbps
U.S. – 45 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Elsa.
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AT&T | $49.99 | 10 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
Spectrum | $49.99 | 200 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Smartcom Telephone | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.607% |
HughesNet | $49.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
VTCI | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Aerolink Networks | $39.95 | 3 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 97% |
Wireless Internet Corp | - | - | Wireless | 2.055% |
*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 27, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 92.68%
3 providers - 2.61%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Elsa 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 Elsa area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Elsa residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 2.610% of those living in Elsa.
There are eight internet providers serving the Elsa area, and 92.68% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Elsa's eight internet providers, prices start at $39.95 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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AT&T | 2 Mbps | 0 Mbps | DSL |
Spectrum | 114 Mbps | 26 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Elsa.
The largest internet providers in Elsa are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Elsa.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Elsa residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Elsa’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Elsa residents.
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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 27, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Elsa covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Elsa 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Elsa, $47.98.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Elsa, $0.96.
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 Elsa. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Elsa's providers, 34 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Elsa covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Elsa residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Elsa, $47.98.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.25 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Elsa, $0.96.
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 Elsa. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Elsa's providers, 34 Mbps.
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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 27, 2022.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Elsa covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Elsa 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 $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Elsa, $47.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Elsa, $0.96.
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 Elsa. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Elsa's providers, 34 Mbps.
Smartcom Telephone is the fastest internet provider in Elsa with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 2.607% of households in Elsa. The next fastest internet provider in Elsa is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Aerolink Networks offers the cheapest internet in Elsa with plans starting at $39.95/mo. This is slightly less than the average starting price for internet in Elsa, $47.98.
Smartcom Telephone is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Elsa, covering 2.607% of the city.
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.
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.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.