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Internet providers in 78557
Find internet providers serving the 78557 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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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. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?78557 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 78557 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 78557 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 90% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 34% of those living in the 78557 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 78557 area, and 90.34% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 78557, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 78557
The largest internet providers serving the 78557 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 78557 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Hidalgo’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 78557 ZIP code.
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 the 78557 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Hidalgo, $46.25.
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 Hidalgo, $0.94.
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 78557 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hidalgo's providers, 39 Mbps.
Spectrum cable 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.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 78557 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 78557 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Hidalgo, $46.25.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Hidalgo, $0.94.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 78557 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Hidalgo's providers, 39 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 the 78557 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 78557 ZIP 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 Hidalgo, $46.25.
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 Hidalgo, $0.94.
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 78557 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Hidalgo's providers, 39 Mbps.
Internet providers in 78557 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 78557?
SmartCom Telephone is the fastest internet provider in the 78557 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 34% of households in 78557. The next fastest internet provider in the 78557 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 78557?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in the 78557 ZIP with service starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Hidalgo, $46.25.
Is fiber internet available in 78557?
SmartCom Telephone is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 78557 ZIP code, covering 34% of the city.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
How much speed do I need for streaming?
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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.
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