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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 9.580% |
| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 3.010% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 10% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 10% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 - 99.97%
2 providers - 99.89%
3 providers - 14.79%
4+ providers - 3.01%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77546 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 77546 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 26% of those living in the 77546 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 77546 area, and 99.89% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 77546, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 77546 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Astound bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 77546 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Friendswood’s third most-available internet provider, Astound, offers cable to around 10% of residents in the 77546 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.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 77546 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Friendswood, $48.49.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.50 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Friendswood, $0.34.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 77546 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Friendswood's providers, 643 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.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 77546 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77546 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 Friendswood, $48.49.
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 Friendswood, $0.34.
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 77546 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Friendswood's providers, 643 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.
Cable from Astound offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 77546 ZIP code, covering 10% of the area.
Astound’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77546 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Astound start at $25.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Friendswood, $48.49.
Astound customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Friendswood, $0.34.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Astound offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 77546 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Friendswood's providers, 643 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77546 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77546 and the greater Friendswood area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Friendswood at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Friendswood at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 77546 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77546 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 77546. The next fastest internet provider in the 77546 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 9.580% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 77546 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Friendswood, $48.49.
Astound is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77546 ZIP code, covering 10% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in 77546 and is available to 9.580% of households.
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.
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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