Internet providers in 77047

77047 internet providers

Provider
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps DSL 92%
AT&T $55.00 10 - 5,000 Mbps Fiber-optic 7.610%
Xfinity $29.99 50 - 3,000 Mbps Cable 100%
Astound $25.99 300 - 1,200 Mbps Cable 13%
Astound $25.99 300 - 1,200 Mbps Fiber-optic 13%
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77047 internet service at a glance

At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77047 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 77047 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 91% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 89% of those living in the 77047 ZIP code.

There are five internet providers serving the 77047 area, and 96.80% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 77047, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.

Top high-speed internet providers in 77047

The largest internet providers serving the 77047 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Astound bringing DSL and cable options to the area.

DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 77047 ZIP code, covering 92% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Xfinity, which covers 100% of the area. Houston’s third most-available internet provider, Astound, offers cable to around 13% of residents in the 77047 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

92%

DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 77047 ZIP code, covering 92% 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $49.19.

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, $0.35.

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 77047 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 92% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 643 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 77047 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.

Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77047 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, $49.19.

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, $0.35.

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 77047 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, 643 Mbps.

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Astound cable internet

Provider

Astound

Starting price*
$25.99/mo.
Max download speed

1,200 Mbps

Max upload speed

20 Mbps

Average availability

13%

Cable from Astound offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 77047 ZIP code, covering 13% of the area.

Astound’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77047 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.

Internet prices for Astound start at $25.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $49.19.

Astound customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.09 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $0.35.

For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Astound offers download speeds up to 1,200 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 77047 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 643 Mbps.

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Internet coverage for rural areas

If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77047 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.

Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77047 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 77047 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.

Internet providers in 77047 frequently asked questions

AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77047 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 92% of households in 77047. The next fastest internet provider in the 77047 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 7.610% of the area.

Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 77047 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $49.19.

Astound is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77047 ZIP code, covering 13% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in 77047 and is available to 7.610% of households.

If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.

Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.

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%.