Internet providers in 77021

77021 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps DSL 100%
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps Fiber-optic 62%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 Mbps Cable 100%
Optimum $40.00 300 - 1,000 Mbps Cable 1.230%
HughesNet $64.99 25 - 25 Mbps Satellite 100%
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77021 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77021 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 77021 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 77% of those living in the 77021 ZIP code.

There are five internet providers serving the 77021 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 77021, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 77021

The largest internet providers serving the 77021 ZIP code are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 77021 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 62% of the area. Houston’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 77021 ZIP code.

AT&T DSL internet

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

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

100%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 77021 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 Houston, $51.99.

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 Houston, $0.64.

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 77021 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 620 Mbps.

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AT&T fiber-optic internet

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

5,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

1,000 Mbps

Average availability

62%

Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 77021 ZIP code, covering 62% 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 77021 ZIP code than other internet types.

Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Houston, $51.99.

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 Houston, $0.64.

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 77021 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 62% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 620 Mbps.

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Xfinity cable internet

Provider
Xfinity
Starting price*
$29.99/mo.
Max download speed

3,000 Mbps

Max upload speed

35 Mbps

Average availability

100%

Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 77021 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77021 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $51.99.

Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $0.64.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in 77021 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 620 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77021 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77021 and the greater Houston area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Houston at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Houston at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 77021 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet providers in 77021 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77021 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 77021. The next fastest internet provider in the 77021 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 62% of the area.

Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 77021 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $51.99.

AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77021 ZIP code, covering 62% of the city.

Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.

According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.

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%.