Internet providers in 76240

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6 providers

  • Optimum Internet

    Optimum
    Plans starting at
    $40

    /mo*

    for 12 mos.
    Call to learn more
    (844) 451-2720
    Speeds up to
    8000 mbps
    Connection type
    Fiber
    Customer rating
    (605)

    *w/ Auto Pay & Paperless Bill

  • Brightspeed Internet

    Brightspeed
    Plans starting at
    $55

    /mo*

    for 12 mos.
    Call to learn more
    (844) 451-2720
    Speeds up to
    100 mbps
    Connection type
    Copper
    Customer rating
    (187)

    *Monthly prepayment required. Additional taxes, fees, and surcharges apply

  • Verizon 5G Internet

    Verizon 5G
    Plans starting at
    $50

    /mo*

    for 12 mos.
    Call to learn more
    (844) 451-2720
    Check plans with Verizon
    Speeds up to
    1000 mbps
    Connection type
    Wireless
    Customer rating
    (452)
    Available in 76240
    2%

    *with a mobile unlimited plan that includes 5G Ultra Wideband. With Auto Pay + Paperless billing.

  • EarthLink 5G Internet

    EarthLink 5G
    Plans starting at
    $49

    95/mo

    for 12 mos.
    Call to learn more
    (844) 451-2720
    Check plans with EarthLink 5G
    Speeds up to
    200 mbps
    Connection type
    Wireless

  • Verizon 4G Internet

    Verizon 4G
    Plans starting at
    $50

    /mo

    for 12 mos.
    Call to learn more
    (844) 451-2720
    Check plans with Verizon
    Speeds up to
    50 mbps
    Connection type
    Wireless
    Available in 76240
    2%

  • Hughesnet Internet

    Hughesnet
    Plans starting at
    $49

    99/mo*

    for 12 mos.
    Call to learn more
    (844) 451-2720
    Check plans with Hughesnet
    Speeds up to
    100 mbps
    Connection type
    Satellite
    Customer rating
    (310)
    Available in 76240
    100%

    ***Monthly Fee reflects the applied $5 savings for ACHⓘ enrollment. Enroll before the 2nd billing cycle for continued savings. Service plans require a 24-month commitment. Equipment Lease or Purchase fees extra.

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76240 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps DSL 58%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 Mbps Cable 62%
Nortex Communications $45.00 50 - 2,000 Mbps Cable 22%
Nortex Communications $45.00 50 - 2,000 Mbps Fiber-optic 11%
Nortex Communications $45.00 50 - 2,000 Mbps DSL 1.810%

*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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76240 internet service at a glance

  • Fastest advertised download speeds

    5000 Mbps

    Provider: AT&T

    Source: FCC

  • Broadband availability

    13438

    people have access to broadband internet of any type

    1 provider - 86.08%

    2 providers - 56.70%

    3 providers - 12.06%

    4+ providers - 0%

    Source: FCC

  • Most available internet technology

    Cable - 71%

    DSL - 71%

    Fiber - 7.760%

    Source: FCC

At 85%, broadband coverage in the 76240 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Texas - 91%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.

The vast majority of those living in the 76240 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 71% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 71% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 7.760% of those living in the 76240 ZIP code.

There are 10 internet providers serving the 76240 area, and 56.70% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 76240, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Compare 76240 internet speeds to the national average

  • Download Speeds

    Gainesville – 197.0 Mbps

    TX – 152.0 Mbps

    U.S. – 133.0 Mbps

  • Upload Speeds

    Gainesville – 59.0 Mbps

    TX – 67.0 Mbps

    U.S. – 46.0 Mbps

*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Gainesville.

Top high-speed internet providers in 76240

The largest internet providers serving the 76240 ZIP code are AT&T, Optimum, and Nortex Communications bringing DSL and cable options to the area.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 76240 ZIP code, covering 58% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 62% of the area. Gainesville’s third most-available internet provider, Nortex Communications, offers cable to around 22% of residents in the 76240 ZIP code.

AT&T DSL internet

Provider
AT&T
Starting price*
$55/mo.
Max download speed

5,000 Mbps
Max upload speed

0.768 Mbps
Average availability

58%

*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 about half of households in the 76240 ZIP code, covering 58% 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Gainesville, $51.98.

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 Gainesville, $0.70.

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 0.768 Mbps in 76240 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 58% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gainesville's providers, 294 Mbps.

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Optimum cable internet

Provider
Optimum
Starting price*
$40/mo.
Max download speed

1,000 Mbps
Max upload speed

50 Mbps
Average availability

62%

*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 most households in the 76240 ZIP code, covering 62% of the area.

Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 76240 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Gainesville, $51.98.

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 Gainesville, $0.70.

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 76240 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 62% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gainesville's providers, 294 Mbps.

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Nortex Communications cable internet

Provider

Nortex Communications
Starting price*
$45/mo.
Max download speed

2,000 Mbps
Max upload speed

5 Mbps
Average availability

22%

*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 Nortex Communications offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 76240 ZIP code, covering 22% of the area.

Nortex Communications’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 76240 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Nortex Communications start at $45/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Gainesville, $51.98.

Nortex Communications customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.90 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Gainesville, $0.70.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Nortex Communications offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in 76240 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 22% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Gainesville's providers, 294 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 76240 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 76240 and the greater Gainesville area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Gainesville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Gainesville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 76240 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Gainesville may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Gainesville cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.

Internet providers in 76240 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 76240 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 58% of households in 76240. The next fastest internet provider in the 76240 ZIP code is Nortex Communications, offering download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps to 34% of the area.

Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 76240 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Gainesville, $51.98.

Nortex Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 76240 ZIP code, covering 11% of the city.

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Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.

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.

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