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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 21% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 8.830% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 21% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 21% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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 Feb 14, 2023.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.96%
2 providers - 99.28%
3 providers - 30.04%
4+ providers - 8.83%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77054 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 77054 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 51% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 49% of those living in the 77054 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 77054 area, and 99.28% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 77054, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 77054 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 77054 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 21% of the area. Houston’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 99% of residents in the 77054 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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 77054 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $47.66.
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, $0.28.
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 77054 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, 702 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 77054 ZIP code, covering 21% 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 77054 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $47.66.
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, $0.28.
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 77054 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 21% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 702 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 77054 ZIP code, covering 99% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77054 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, $47.66.
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, $0.28.
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 77054 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 702 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77054 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77054 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 77054 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77054 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 77054. The next fastest internet provider in the 77054 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 21% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in the 77054 ZIP with service starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $47.66.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77054 ZIP code, covering 21% of the city. Astound also offers fiber internet in 77054 and is available to 21% of households.
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Downgrading services or cutting extras, such as Wi-Fi extenders or premium tech support, can lower your monthly internet bill. You can also try to negotiate with your internet provider for a lower rate. Switching internet providers and bundling internet with other services is another common way to lower internet costs.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
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