Compare Lucas internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Lucas – Mbps
TX – 152.0 Mbps
U.S. – 133.0 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Lucas – Mbps
TX – 67.0 Mbps
U.S. – 46.0 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Lucas.
Internet providers in Lucas, TX
Internet providers in your area
Lucas, TX internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 65% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 17% |
| Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 36% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 7.321% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 85% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 10% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | DSL | 9.936% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 6.450% |
| 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% |
*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.
Need help?Lucas internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
5402
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 95.58%
2 providers - 86.17%
3 providers - 21.50%
4+ providers - 6.45%
Source: FCC
At 98%, broadband coverage in Lucas 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 Lucas area will have access to cable, which covers 96% of Lucas residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 88% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 60% of those living in Lucas.
There are eight internet providers serving the Lucas area, and 86.17% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Lucas's eight internet providers, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Lucas
The largest internet providers in Lucas are AT&T and Frontier bringing DSL and fiber-optic options to Lucas.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most Lucas residents, covering 65% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 17% of the area. Lucas’s third most-available internet provider, Frontier, offers fiber-optic to around 36% of Lucas residents.
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 Feb 14, 2023.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to most households in Lucas covering 65% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Lucas 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 Lucas, $47.61.
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 Lucas, $0.21.
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 Lucas. These download speeds are available to 65% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lucas's providers, 633 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Lucas covering 17% 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 Lucas than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Lucas, $47.61.
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 Lucas, $0.21.
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 Lucas. These download speeds are available to 17% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Lucas's providers, 633 Mbps.
Frontier 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 Feb 14, 2023.
Fiber-optic from Frontier offers broadband to some, but not many households in Lucas covering 36% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Lucas than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Lucas, $47.61.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Lucas, you’ll likely have options from cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Lucas, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Lucas and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lucas at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Lucas at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Lucas 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 Lucas 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 Lucas cable, DSL, and fiber-optic internet providers.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Lucas with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 65% of households in Lucas. The next fastest internet provider in Lucas is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 17% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in Lucas with plans starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Lucas, $47.61.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Lucas, covering 36% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Lucas and is available to 17% of households.
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.
Download speeds of 25 Mbps and above are considered broadband speeds, and can handle most online activities including streaming and gaming. For households with multiple devices using a Wi-Fi connection, speeds of 100 Mbps and higher are likely to offer a better online experience. Learn more about what speeds are best for your home.
Wi-Fi extenders are handy when your router can’t project a strong signal to everywhere in your home that you need it. Your internet provider may offer Wi-Fi extenders for an added monthly cost, or you can purchase one online or from most electronics retailers.
*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
