Compare 77070 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Houston – 141 Mbps
TX – 140 Mbps
U.S. – 125 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Houston – 56 Mbps
TX – 63 Mbps
U.S. – 45 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Houston.
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Internet providers in 77070
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77070 internet providers
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| AT&T | $40.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 15% |
| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 25 - 987 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| AccessMedia3 | - | - | Wired | 7.710% |
En-Touch Systems  | $29.95 | 60 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.510% |
| En-Touch Systems | $29.95 | 60 - 115 Mbps | Cable | 4.510% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 78% |
*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 27, 2022.
Need help?77070 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
30349
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 99.99%
3 providers - 4.51%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77070 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 77070 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 20% of those living in the 77070 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 77070 area, and 99.99% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 77070, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Houston
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | 67 Mbps | 42 Mbps | Fiber-optic |
| Xfinity | 171 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
| AccessMedia3 | 32 Mbps | 28 Mbps | Wired |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Houston.
Top high-speed internet providers in 77070
The largest internet providers serving the 77070 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 77070 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 15% of the area. Houston’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 77070 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 27, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 77070 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, $39.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $1.00.
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 77070 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, 643 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 27, 2022.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 77070 ZIP code, covering 15% 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 77070 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, $39.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $1.00.
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 77070 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 15% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 643 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to all households in the 77070 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77070 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, $39.99.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.20 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $1.00.
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 77070 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.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77070 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77070 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 significantly 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 77070 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 77070 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 77070?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77070 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 15% of households in 77070. The next fastest internet provider in the 77070 ZIP code is En-Touch Systems, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 4.510% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 77070?
En-Touch Systems offers the cheapest internet in the 77070 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $39.99.
Is fiber internet available in 77070?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77070 ZIP code, covering 15% of the city. En-Touch Systems also offers fiber internet in 77070 and is available to 4.510% of households.
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.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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.
