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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 76% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.820% |
| Xfinity | $29.99 | 50 - 3,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
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$19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 27% |
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$75.00 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 9.390% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 7.850% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 7.850% |
| 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 - 99.82%
2 providers - 98.52%
3 providers - 12.79%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 77083 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 77083 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 97% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 48% of those living in the 77083 ZIP code.
There are six internet providers serving the 77083 area, and 98.52% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among six internet providers in 77083, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 77083 ZIP code are AT&T, Xfinity, and Windstream bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 77083 ZIP code, covering 76% 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, Windstream, offers DSL to around 27% of residents in the 77083 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 most households in the 77083 ZIP code, covering 76% 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 significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $44.32.
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, $0.24.
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 77083 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 76% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 869 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 77083 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 77083 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, $44.32.
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, $0.24.
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 77083 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, 869 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.
DSL from Windstream offers broadband to some, but not many households in the 77083 ZIP code, covering 27% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $19.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $44.32.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.10 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Houston, $0.24.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 2,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 77083 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 27% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Houston's providers, 869 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 77083 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 77083 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 77083 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 77083 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 76% of households in 77083. The next fastest internet provider in the 77083 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 0.820% of the area.
Windstream offers the cheapest internet in the 77083 ZIP with service starting at $19.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Houston, $44.32.
Windstream is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 77083 ZIP code, covering 9.390% of the city. Astound also offers fiber internet in 77083 and is available to 7.850% of households.
Select internet providers including AT&T, Spectrum and Xfinity have thousands of Wi-Fi hotspots that customers can connect to at no extra cost. If your internet provider does not offer free Wi-Fi hotspots, you can find free public Wi-Fi at your local library or many restaurants and cafes. Consider these tips for using public Wi-Fi safely.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
*Limited time offer; subject to change; new residential customers only (no Spectrum services within past 30 days) and in good standing with Spectrum. Taxes and fees extra in select states. SPECTRUM INTERNET: Standard rates apply after promo period. Additional charge for installation. Speeds based on wired connection. Actual speeds (including wireless) vary and are not guaranteed. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. ©2024 Charter Communications, all rights reserved. 09/17/24.
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