Compare 78055 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Medina – 61 Mbps
TX – 139 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Medina – 36 Mbps
TX – 62 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Medina.
Internet providers in 78055
Find internet providers serving the 78055 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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78055 internet providers
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Hill Country Telephone Cooperative  | - | - | DSL | 98% |
| Hill Country Telephone Cooperative | - | - | Fiber-optic | 91% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Central Texas Tel Co-op | $56.95 | 10 - 1,000 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Need help?78055 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
935
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.59%
2 providers - 0%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 78055 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 78055 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. No cable providers are currently available in Medina, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the 78055 area. Among four internet providers in 78055, prices start at $56.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Medina
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Hill Country Telephone Cooperative | 44 Mbps | 15 Mbps | DSL |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Medina.
Top high-speed internet providers in 78055
The largest internet providers serving the 78055 ZIP code are HughesNet and Viasat bringing satellite options to the area.
Satellite internet from HughesNet is available to nearly all Medina residents, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from Viasat, which covers 100% of the area.
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 78055 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 78055 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 about the same as the average starting price for internet in Medina, $67.49.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Medina, $4.22.
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 78055 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Medina's providers, 14 Mbps.
Viasat 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 Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 78055 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 78055 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 Viasat start at $69.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Medina, $67.49.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $5.83 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Medina, $4.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 150 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 78055 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Medina's providers, 14 Mbps.
Internet providers in 78055 frequently asked questions
Central Texas Tel Co-op is the fastest internet provider in the 78055 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 78055. The next fastest internet provider in the 78055 ZIP code is Viasat, offering download speeds up to 150 Mbps to 100% of the area.
HughesNet offers the cheapest internet in the 78055 ZIP with service starting at $64.99/mo. This is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Medina, $67.49.
Hill Country Telephone Cooperative is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 78055 ZIP code, covering 91% of the city.
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Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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