Internet providers in 77078
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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 Feb 22, 2021.
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Broadband availability
8006
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.92%
2 providers - 88.29%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77078 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 77078 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 96% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 92% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 18% of those living in the 77078 ZIP code.
There are four internet providers serving the 77078 area, and 88.29% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among four internet providers in 77078, prices start at $29.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 77078
The largest internet providers serving the 77078 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 77078 ZIP code, covering 90% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 18% of the area. Houston’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 96% of residents in the 77078 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 77078 ZIP code, covering 90% 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 significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $42.49.
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, $2.02.
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 77078 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 525 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 77078 ZIP code, covering 18% 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 77078 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, $42.49.
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, $2.02.
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 77078 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 18% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 525 Mbps.
Xfinity cable internet
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Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in the 77078 ZIP code, covering 96% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77078 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, $42.49.
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, $2.02.
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 77078 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 525 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77078 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77078 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 77078 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 77078 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 77078?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77078 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 18% of households in 77078. The next fastest internet provider in the 77078 ZIP code is Xfinity, offering download speeds up to 987 Mbps to 96% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 77078?
Xfinity offers the cheapest internet in the 77078 ZIP with service starting at $29.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $42.49.
Is fiber internet available in 77078?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77078 ZIP code, covering 18% of the city.
How do I change internet providers?
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.
Is cable or DSL better?
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.
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.
