Compare 77078 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.
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 Sep 23, 2022.
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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 97% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 84% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 68% 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 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Houston
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Xfinity | 188 Mbps | 20 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 197 Mbps | 90 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Houston.
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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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 $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 77078 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 90% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 525 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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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 $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 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, $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 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 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 77078 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 77078 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77078 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 90% of households in 77078. The next fastest internet provider in the 77078 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 18% of the area.
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, $54.99.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77078 ZIP code, covering 18% of the city.
The only broadband internet type that requires a phone line is DSL and dial-up, which use phone lines to deliver service. Other internet types, such as cable, fiber-optic and satellite, require no phone line for broadband service.
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.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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