Compare 79403 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Lubbock – 116 Mbps
TX – 139 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Lubbock – 49 Mbps
TX – 62 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lubbock.
Internet providers in 79403
Internet providers in your area
79403 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 72% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 14% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 78% |
Windstream  | $19.99 | 200 - 2,000 Mbps | DSL | 1.830% |
| SOUTH PLAINS TELEPHONE COOPERATIVE | - | - | DSL | 2.770% |
| SOUTH PLAINS TELEPHONE COOPERATIVE | - | - | Fiber-optic | 2.770% |
| 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 | $49.95 | - | 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?79403 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5131
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 85.49%
2 providers - 68.05%
3 providers - 1.54%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 92%, broadband coverage in the 79403 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 79403 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 85% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 74% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 53% of those living in the 79403 ZIP code.
There are eight internet providers serving the 79403 area, and 68.05% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 79403, prices start at $19.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Lubbock
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optimum | 152 Mbps | 78 Mbps | Cable |
| AT&T | 78 Mbps | 72 Mbps | DSL |
| Rise Broadband | 18 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Wireless |
| HughesNet | 10 Mbps | 1 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lubbock.
Top high-speed internet providers in 79403
The largest internet providers serving the 79403 ZIP code are AT&T and Optimum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 79403 ZIP code, covering 72% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 14% of the area. Lubbock’s third most-available internet provider, Optimum, offers cable to around 78% of residents in the 79403 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in the 79403 ZIP code, covering 72% 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 Lubbock, $51.65.
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, $0.61.
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 79403 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 72% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 307 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic internet
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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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 79403 ZIP code, covering 14% 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 79403 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 Lubbock, $51.65.
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, $0.61.
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 79403 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 14% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 307 Mbps.
Optimum cable internet
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Cable from Optimum offers broadband to most households in the 79403 ZIP code, covering 78% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 79403 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Lubbock, $51.65.
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, $0.61.
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 79403 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 78% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 307 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 79403 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 79403 and the greater Lubbock area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lubbock at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lubbock at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 79403 ZIP, 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 Lubbock 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 Lubbock cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet providers in 79403 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 79403 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 72% of households in 79403. The next fastest internet provider in the 79403 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 14% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 79403 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lubbock, $51.65.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 79403 ZIP code, covering 14% of the city. SOUTH PLAINS TELEPHONE COOPERATIVE also offers fiber internet in 79403 and is available to 2.770% of households.
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
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.
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