Internet providers in Houston, TX

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Moving to or around Houston? Setting up internet and TV services in your new home is part of any successful move. Even if you aren’t moving, switching providers could get you a better, lower-priced service. We’ll help you find and compare internet providers in the Houston area.

Houston internet at a glance

There are up to eight major internet providers serving the Houston area. Depending on your Houston ZIP code and address, you could have access to multiple internet types and providers.

Internet availability in Houston, TX

  • Cable – 89%
  • DSL – 92%
  • Fiber-optic – 55%

Houston, TX, residential internet providers

*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 10/12/20.

Compare the largest internet providers in Houston

The three largest internet providers in Houston are AT&T, Xfinity and Suddenlink. Here’s how each provider compares in terms of service areas, internet plan options, pricing and additional perks from each provider.

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AT&T

  • Provider details:

    AT&T’s DSL internet service is available throughout the Houston area. AT&T Fiber is available to about 45% of Houston residents. AT&T internet service areas include downtown Houston and surrounding communities such as Houston Heights, Magnolia Park, Somerset Green, Allendale and Bellaire.

    • Up to three internet plan options
    • Starting at $35-$60/mo.*
    • Wi-Fi equipment included
    • Internet and TV bundle discounts

  • Top Houston ZIP codes for AT&T internet:

    77002, 77004, 77007, 77009, 77011, 77021, 77023, 77025, 77026, 77030

    Select AT&T Houston store locations:

    • Midtown – 2625 Louisiana St., Houston, TX 77006
    • Wayside – 5950 Gulf Freeway, Houston, TX 77023
    • Studemont – 920 Studemont, Suite 700 Houston, TX 77007
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Xfinity logo

Xfinity

  • Provider details:

    Xfinity is the largest cable internet provider in Houston. Neighborhoods including Oates Prairie, Spring Valley Village, Rosslyn, Brookhaven and Harrisburg are nearly 100% serviceable for Xfinity internet, but there are pockets throughout downtown Houston where Xfinity is not available.

    • Up to seven internet plan options
    • Starting at $29.99-$299.99/mo.*
    • Fastest max download speeds in Houston
    • Millions of Wi-Fi hotspots

  • Top Houston ZIP codes for Xfinity internet:

    77004, 77005, 77023, 77026, 77029, 77055, 77064, 77078, 77092, 77429

    Select Xfinity Houston store locations:

    • 5600 Kirby Dr., Suite S4, Houston, TX 77005
    • 7844 W. Tidwell Rd., Suite 130, Houston, TX 77040
    • 2000 Willowbrook Dr., Suite 1526, Houston, TX 77070
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Suddenlink logo

Suddenlink

  • Provider details:

    Suddenlink, another cable internet provider in the Houston area, covers many of the random areas where Xfinity is not available. Suddenlink internet service areas in Houston include portions of downtown Houston, Foster Place, Golden Acres, Lamar Terrace and DeWalt.

    • Up to three internet plan options
    • Starting at $35-$75/mo.*
    • Internet and TV bundle discounts
    • Option to use your own equipment

  • Top Houston ZIP codes for Suddenlink internet:

    77002, 77007, 77023, 77039, 77338, 77396, 77489, 77520, 77546, 77562

    Select Suddenlink Houston store locations:

    • 4103 W. Lake Houston Parkway, Kingwood, TX 77339
    • 903 Loop 336 West, Suite I, Conroe, TX 77301
    • 1620 Normal Park Dr., Huntsville, TX 77340
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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 10/12/20.

Availability for other Houston internet providers

  • CenturyLink – Available in areas north and southwest of Houston, including Humble, Kingwood, Atiscotica and Navasota north of Houston, and the West Columbia area further to the south.
  • Frontier – Available in areas east and southwest of Houston, including Baytown, League City, Crosby and Sugar Land.
  • Spectrum –  Available in areas north of Houston, including Spring, The Woodlands, Senova Ridge, Mossy Oaks and Hanover Village. 
  • Windstream – Available in Sugar Land to the southwest of Houston and select neighborhoods in the Bunker Hill Village and Humble areas. 

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Compare business internet providers in Houston, TX

*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 01/08/21.

Whether you’re a Mom & Pop shop or a large company, you want your business to run smoothly. Having a reliable business internet service is important to fulfilling your business’ needs. Let us help you find the best option for you.

If you’re looking for a safe and reliable option, we recommend Xfinity which is present heavily in the Houston area. If a cheaper price is your main target, consider Windstream which its starting prices aren’t too high considerably. We also recommend Suddenlink if you’re looking for a large variety of plans available.

Each provider differentiates from one another. Whether that may be price or speed, some providers come with additional benefits like 24/7 Tech Support and Additional Cybersecurity. Be sure to call our experts to know which is a great fit for you!

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Fastest internet providers in Houston

  • AT&T Fiber – Up to 940 Mbps starting at $60/mo.*
  • CenturyLink – Up to 940 Mbps starting at $65/mo.*
  • Frontier FiOS – Up to 940/880 Mbps starting at $74.99/mo.*
  • Spectrum – Up to 940 Mbps starting at $109.99/mo.*
  • Suddenlink – Up to 1,000 Mbps starting at $75/mo.*
  • Windstream – Up to 1,000 Mbps starting at $67/mo.*
  • Xfinity – Up to 2,000 Mbps starting at $299.99/mo.*

*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 10/12/20.

Houston has multiple internet providers capable of delivering gig speeds, but availability varies by location. For example, though AT&T offers speeds up to 940 Mbps in Houston, these speeds are not available to addresses only serviceable for DSL internet. 

Other DSL and fiber optic providers, including CenturyLink, Frontier and Windstream are also likely to have varying max speeds throughout the Houston area. Cable internet providers such as Spectrum, Suddenlink and Xfinity generally present more consistent speed tiers from one ZIP code to the next.

Houston high-speed internet availability

Download speeds 250 Mbps or higher

Houston – 90%

Texas – 83%

U.S. – 86%

Download speeds 1,000 Mbps or higher

Houston – 55%

Texas – 34%

U.S. – 21%

Source: FCC

Nearly all Houston residents will have access to internet speeds of 250 Mbps or higher and more than half can get gig speeds of 1,000 Mbps or higher. Though high-speed internet is available throughout most of the city, the actual speeds you can get will depend on the providers and internet types available at your address.

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Cheapest internet service providers in Houston

If you’re looking for a deal on internet service in Houston, there are multiple providers with plans starting below $50/mo. You may be able to get additional savings by bundling with TV and home phone services, or using your own compatible equipment to cut rental costs.

Cheap internet plans in Houston

  • Windstream Kinetic Internet 15 – $25/mo.* for up to 15 Mbps
  • Frontier High Speed Internet – $27.99/mo.* for up to 6 Mbps
  • Xfinity Performance Starter – $29.99/mo.* for up to 25 Mbps
  • AT&T Fiber 100 – $35/mo.* for up to 100 Mbps
  • Suddenlink Internet 100 – $35/mo.* for up to 100 Mbps
  • Spectrum Internet – $49.99/mo.* for up to 200 Mbps
  • CenturyLink High Speed Internet – $49/mo.* for up to 100 Mbps

*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 10/12/20.

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Free Wi-Fi hotspots in Houston

Where can you find free Wi-Fi in Houston? Check out some places that you can connect in Houston for free. Remember, you’re connecting to a public network, so avoid online activities that leave your sensitive information vulnerable.

Here are a few public places where you can find free Wi-Fi in Houston:

  • Public parks including Tranquility Park, Market Square Park and Discovery Green Park
  • Some MetroRail stations
  • Coffee shops like Slowpokes, Boomtown Coffee and Antidote Coffee
  • Collier Regional Library, Alice McKean Young Neighborhood Library and other public Houston libraries

AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity internet customers have access to a network of Wi-Fi hotspots in Houston set up by the service provider. Hotspot availability will often directly correlate with the provider’s availability in the area, so there may be several AT&T and Xfinity hotspots and very few by Spectrum.

Houston internet FAQs

Can I get fiber internet in Houston?

Houston is one of the best cities for fiber internet with coverage to more than 55% of households. AT&T is the primary fiber provider in Houston, but surrounding areas may also be eligible for fiber service from providers such as CenturyLink, Frontier or Windstream.

The “best” Houston internet provider for your home depends on what you’re looking for. AT&T offers the greatest fiber optic availability and some of the lowest pricing on gigabit service. Xfinity boasts the fastest internet speeds in Houston with max download speeds of 2,000 Mbps.
In areas where Xfinity is not available, Suddenlink is likely to be your best option for cable internet.

Starting prices for internet in Houston range from $25-$50/mo. depending on which providers are available in your area. Expect equipment rental fees ranging from $5-$14/mo. to add to your bill.

Spectrum is available to the north and west of the Texas 8 Beltway, but not in the heart of Houston. Communities in Cypress, Katy, Spring and The Woodlands will have the greatest Spectrum availability.

Last updated 10/12/20.

David Anders

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David Anders

Senior Writer, Broadband Content

David joined the Allconnect team in 2017, specializing in broadband and TV content. His work has been referenced by a variety of sources, including ArcGIS, DIRECTV and more. As a Senior Writer, David is motivate… Read more

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