Compare Heath internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Heath – Mbps
TX – 152.0 Mbps
U.S. – 133.0 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Heath – Mbps
TX – 67.0 Mbps
U.S. – 46.0 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Heath.
Internet providers in Heath, TX
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Heath, TX internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 86% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 29% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 90% |
PEOPLES  | - | - | DSL | 13% |
| PEOPLES | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.907% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Wi-Five Broadband | $39.99 | 4 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 2.171% |
*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.
Need help?Heath internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
7335
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.81%
2 providers - 96.78%
3 providers - 6.16%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Heath 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 Heath area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Heath residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 95% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 38% of those living in Heath.
There are seven internet providers serving the Heath area, and 96.78% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Heath's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Heath
The largest internet providers in Heath are AT&T and Optimum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Heath.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Heath residents, covering 86% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 29% of the area. Heath’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 90% of Heath residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 nearly all households in Heath covering 86% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Heath 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 Heath, $49.99.
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 Heath, $0.78.
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 Heath. These download speeds are available to 86% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Heath's providers, 356 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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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.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in Heath covering 29% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Heath than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Heath, $49.99.
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 Heath, $0.78.
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 1,000 Mbps in Heath. These download speeds are available to 29% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Heath's providers, 356 Mbps.
Optimum cable internet
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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 Optimum offers broadband to nearly all households in Heath covering 90% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Heath residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Heath, $49.99.
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 Heath, $0.78.
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 Heath. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Heath's providers, 356 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Heath, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Heath, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Heath and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Heath at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Heath at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Heath residents, 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 Heath 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 Heath cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Heath with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 86% of households in Heath. The next fastest internet provider in Heath is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 29% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Heath with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Heath, $49.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Heath, covering 29% of the city. PEOPLES also offers fiber internet in Heath and is available to 2.907% of households.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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.
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.
