Compare 79414 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 79414
Internet providers in your area
79414 internet providers
| Provider | ||||
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Cameron Communications  | $30.00 | 6 - 15 Mbps | Wired | 3.610% |
| Cameron Communications | $30.00 | 6 - 15 Mbps | DSL | 1.410% |
| Cameron Communications | $30.00 | 6 - 15 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.970% |
| 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.
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Broadband availability
2754
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100.00%
2 providers - 100.00%
3 providers - 2.38%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 79414 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 79414 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 89% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 83% of those living in the 79414 ZIP code.
There are seven internet providers serving the 79414 area, and 100.00% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among seven internet providers in 79414, prices start at $29.95 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | 111 Mbps | 73 Mbps | DSL |
| Optimum | 211 Mbps | 23 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lubbock.
Top high-speed internet providers in 79414
The largest internet providers serving the 79414 ZIP code are AT&T, Optimum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 79414 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 100% of the area. Lubbock’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 79414 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 all households in the 79414 ZIP code, covering 100% 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Lubbock, $48.55.
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, $0.87.
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 79414 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 177 Mbps.
Optimum cable 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.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to all households in the 79414 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 79414 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, $48.55.
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, $0.87.
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 79414 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 177 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite 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.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 79414 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 79414 ZIP 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, $48.55.
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, $0.87.
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 79414 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Lubbock's providers, 177 Mbps.
Internet providers in 79414 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 79414 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 79414. The next fastest internet provider in the 79414 ZIP code is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 100% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 79414 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lubbock, $48.55.
Cameron Communications is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 79414 ZIP code, covering 0.970% of the city.
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.
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.
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
*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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