Compare 79756 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Monahans – 48 Mbps
TX – 139 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Monahans – 18 Mbps
TX – 62 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Monahans.
Internet providers in 79756
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*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?79756 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
2338
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.11%
2 providers - 88.87%
3 providers - 1.34%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 79756 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 79756 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 28% of those living in the 79756 ZIP code.
There are five internet providers serving the 79756 area, and 88.87% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among five internet providers in 79756, prices start at $40 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Monahans
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 174 Mbps | 94 Mbps | DSL |
| Optimum | 153 Mbps | 6 Mbps | Cable |
| HughesNet | 0 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Monahans.
Top high-speed internet providers in 79756
The largest internet providers serving the 79756 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 79756 ZIP code, covering 89% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 97% of the area. Monahans’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 79756 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 nearly all households in the 79756 ZIP code, covering 89% 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 Monahans, $55.00.
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 Monahans, $0.79.
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 0.768 Mbps in 79756 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 89% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monahans's providers, 33 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 nearly all households in the 79756 ZIP code, covering 97% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 79756 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 Monahans, $55.00.
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 Monahans, $0.79.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in 79756 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Monahans's providers, 33 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 79756 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 79756 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 higher than the average starting price for internet in Monahans, $55.00.
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 Monahans, $0.79.
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 79756 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Monahans's providers, 33 Mbps.
Internet providers in 79756 frequently asked questions
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 79756 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 89% of households in 79756. The next fastest internet provider in the 79756 ZIP code is Optimum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 97% of the area.
Optimum offers the cheapest internet in the 79756 ZIP with service starting at $40/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Monahans, $55.00.
Delcom is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 79756 ZIP code, covering 1.340% of the city.
Monthly costs for internet can range from $20 to $60, depending on which providers are available in your area. Added fees for Wi-Fi service and equipment can add to that cost, but your internet provider may give you the option to use your own router, which can lower the monthly internet cost.
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.
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.
*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
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