Compare 77026 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Houston – 140 Mbps
TX – 139 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Houston – 55 Mbps
TX – 62 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Houston.
*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.93%
2 providers - 95.50%
3 providers - 0.66%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77026 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 77026 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 99% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 85% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 79% of those living in the 77026 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 77026 area, and 95.50% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 77026, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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AT&T | 198 Mbps | 288 Mbps | DSL |
Xfinity | 177 Mbps | 14 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Houston.
The largest internet providers serving the 77026 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 77026 ZIP code, covering 93% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 32% of the area. Houston’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 77026 ZIP code.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 77026 ZIP code, covering 93% 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, $54.99.
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, $2.04.
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 77026 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 525 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 77026 ZIP code, covering 32% 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 77026 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, $54.99.
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, $2.04.
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 77026 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 32% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 525 Mbps.
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*Wireless speeds may vary. 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 77026 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77026 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, $54.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $2.04.
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 77026 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, 525 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77026 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77026 and the greater Houston area. HughesNet starting prices are 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 77026 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77026 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in 77026. The next fastest internet provider in the 77026 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 32% of the area.
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 77026 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77026 ZIP code, covering 32% of the city.
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Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.