Compare Kirby internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Kirby – Mbps
TX – 152.0 Mbps
U.S. – 133.0 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Kirby – Mbps
TX – 67.0 Mbps
U.S. – 46.0 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Kirby.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 20% |
Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 93% |
HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
Celltex Networks | $44.90 | 10 - 50 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
Ranch Wireless | $29.95 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 100%
3 providers - 93.41%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Kirby 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 Kirby area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Kirby residents. DSL 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 39% of those living in Kirby.
There are eight internet providers serving the Kirby area, and 100% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Kirby's eight internet providers, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Kirby are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Kirby.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Kirby residents, covering 100% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 20% of the area. Kirby’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Kirby residents.
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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 Kirby covering 100% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Kirby 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 Kirby, $46.34.
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 Kirby, $0.53.
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 Kirby. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kirby's providers, 234 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 Kirby covering 20% 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 Kirby than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Kirby, $46.34.
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 Kirby, $0.53.
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 Kirby. These download speeds are available to 20% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kirby's providers, 234 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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Kirby covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Kirby residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Kirby, $46.34.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Kirby, $0.53.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Kirby. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Kirby's providers, 234 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Kirby, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Kirby, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Kirby and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Kirby at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Kirby at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Kirby residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Fixed wireless is another popular internet option for those in rural areas. Those living in or just outside of Kirby may have access to fixed wireless internet service from HughesNet, with plans starting at $64.99 and available download speeds up to 25 Mbps. Fixed wireless service is less likely to come with the high latency of satellite internet, but monthly data limits can still be an issue compared to Kirby DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Kirby with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Kirby. The next fastest internet provider in Kirby is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 20% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in Kirby with plans starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Kirby, $46.34.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Kirby, covering 20% of the city.
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.
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.