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Internet providers in Friona, TX
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| Windstream | $19.99 | 10 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 91% |
| Windstream | $75 | 10 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 3.643% |
| West Texas Rural Telephone Coop., Inc. | - | - | DSL | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| American Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 19% |
*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?Friona internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Friona 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 Friona area will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of Friona residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 3.640% of the area. No cable providers are currently available in Friona, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the Friona area, and 92.79% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Friona's five internet providers, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Friona
The largest internet providers in Friona are Windstream, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Friona.
DSL internet from Windstream is available to nearly all Friona residents, covering 91% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Friona’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Friona residents.
Windstream 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 Windstream offers broadband to nearly all households in Friona covering 91% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream uses telephone lines in Friona 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Friona, $43.33.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Friona, $2.28.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in Friona. These download speeds are available to 91% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Friona's providers, 77 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Friona covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Friona 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 Friona, $43.33.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Friona, $2.28.
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 Friona. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Friona's providers, 77 Mbps.
Viasat satellite 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.
Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Friona covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Friona 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 Viasat start at $50/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Friona, $43.33.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Friona, $2.28.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 5 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1 Mbps in Friona. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Friona's providers, 77 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Friona?
Windstream is the fastest internet provider in Friona with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 91% of households in Friona. The next fastest internet provider in Friona is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 3.643% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Friona?
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in Friona with plans starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Friona, $43.33.
Is fiber internet available in Friona?
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Friona, covering 3.643% 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 new modem for fiber 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.
How much should I pay for internet?
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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