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Internet providers in Hereford, TX
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 98% |
| West Texas Rural Telephone Coop., Inc. | - | - | Fiber-optic | 97% |
| West Texas Rural Telephone Coop., Inc. | - | - | Cable | 3.196% |
| Birch Communications | - | - | DSL | 1.005% |
| American Broadband | - | - | Fiber-optic | 0.037% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| American Broadband | - | - | Wireless | 10% |
*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?Hereford internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Hereford 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 Hereford area will have access to DSL, which covers 98% of Hereford residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Cable is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 3.200% of those living in Hereford.
There are six internet providers serving the Hereford area, and 97.95% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Hereford's six internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Hereford
The largest internet providers in Hereford are AT&T, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing DSL and satellite options to Hereford.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Hereford residents, covering 98% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Hereford’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of Hereford residents.
AT&T 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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Hereford covering 98% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Hereford 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Hereford, $46.66.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hereford, $1.01.
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 Hereford. These download speeds are available to 98% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hereford's providers, 16 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 Hereford covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Hereford 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 Hereford, $46.66.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hereford, $1.01.
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 Hereford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hereford's providers, 16 Mbps.
Viasat satellite internet
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Satellite from Viasat offers broadband to all households in Hereford covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Hereford 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Hereford, $46.66.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hereford, $1.01.
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 Hereford. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hereford's providers, 16 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Hereford?
West Texas Rural Telephone Coop., Inc. is the fastest internet provider in Hereford with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Hereford. The next fastest internet provider in Hereford is West Texas Rural Telephone Coop., Inc., offering download speeds up to 40 Mbps to 3.196% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Hereford?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Hereford with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hereford, $46.66.
Is fiber internet available in Hereford?
West Texas Rural Telephone Coop., Inc. is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Hereford, covering 97% of the city. American Broadband also offers fiber internet in Hereford and is available to 0.037% of households.
How can I lower my cable bill?
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
How do I get cheaper internet?
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.
Why is my internet slow today?
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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