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Internet providers in 77021
Find internet providers serving the 77021 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?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 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 62% of those living in the 77021 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 77021 area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 77021, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 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
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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 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 $30/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $40.00.
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 Houston, $0.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 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 slower than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 620 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic 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.
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 $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Houston, $40.00.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $0.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 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.
Xfinity 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 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, $40.00.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $0.67.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 987 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.
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 $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Houston at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 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
What’s the fastest internet provider in 77021?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77021 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 62% of households in 77021. The next fastest internet provider in the 77021 ZIP code is Suddenlink Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 1.233% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 77021?
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, $40.00.
Is fiber internet available in 77021?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77021 ZIP code, covering 62% of the city.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
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.
Where can I find free Wi-Fi near me?
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.
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