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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 93% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 5.486% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 99% |
Cameron Communications  | $30.00 | 6 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 1.526% |
| Cameron Communications | $30.00 | 6 - 15 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 1.359% |
| Cameron Communications | $30.00 | 6 - 15 Mbps | Wired | 1.259% |
| 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% |
| TRANSWORLD NETWORK CORP | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Cameron Communications | $30.00 | 6 - 15 Mbps | Wireless | 0.102% |
*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 - 99.55%
2 providers - 95.94%
3 providers - 3.26%
4+ providers - 0.00%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Lubbock 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 Lubbock area will have access to cable, which covers 99% of Lubbock residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 94% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 73% of those living in Lubbock.
There are seven internet providers serving the Lubbock area, and 95.94% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lubbock's seven internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Lubbock are AT&T, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Lubbock.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Lubbock residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 99% of the area. Lubbock’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Lubbock 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 nearly all households in Lubbock covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Lubbock 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 Lubbock, $48.32.
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 Lubbock, $0.71.
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 Lubbock. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 439 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 Optimum offers broadband to all households in Lubbock covering 99% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Lubbock residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Lubbock, $48.32.
Optimum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.13 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lubbock, $0.71.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Lubbock. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 439 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Lubbock covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Lubbock where other internet types may not be available, but service is likely to come with low monthly data allowances and high latency, making streaming binges and real-time online gaming impractical.
Internet prices for HughesNet start at $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Lubbock, $48.32.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Lubbock, $0.71.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, HughesNet offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in Lubbock. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 439 Mbps.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Lubbock with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 93% of households in Lubbock. The next fastest internet provider in Lubbock is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 5.486% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Lubbock with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lubbock, $48.32.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lubbock, covering 5.486% of the city. Cameron Communications also offers fiber internet in Lubbock and is available to 1.359% of households.
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.
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.
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.
*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.
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