Compare Parker internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Parker – Mbps
TX – 152.0 Mbps
U.S. – 133.0 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Parker – Mbps
TX – 67.0 Mbps
U.S. – 46.0 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Parker.
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AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 0.168% |
Frontier | $44.99 | Varies | Fiber-optic | 91% |
Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 100% |
Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 26% |
Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | DSL | 26% |
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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.92%
2 providers - 97.73%
3 providers - 33.47%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Parker 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 Parker area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Parker residents. DSL 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 96% of those living in Parker.
There are seven internet providers serving the Parker area, and 97.73% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Parker's seven internet providers, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Parker are AT&T, Frontier, and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Parker.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to many Parker residents, covering 13% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from Frontier, which covers 91% of the area. Parker’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Parker residents.
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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 a limited number of households in Parker covering 13% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Parker 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 Parker, $48.70.
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 Parker, $0.30.
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 10 Mbps in Parker. These download speeds are available to 13% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Parker's providers, 301 Mbps.
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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 nearly all households in Parker covering 91% 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 Parker 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 Parker, $48.70.
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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.
**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
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in Parker covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Parker residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Parker, $48.70.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Parker, $0.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in Parker. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Parker's providers, 301 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Parker, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Parker, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Parker and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Parker at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Parker at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Parker 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 Parker 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 Parker cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Parker with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 13% of households in Parker. The next fastest internet provider in Parker is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 0.168% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in Parker with plans starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Parker, $48.70.
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Parker, covering 91% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Parker and is available to 0.168% of households.
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.
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.
Cable internet will nearly always offer faster speeds than DSL, but typically at a higher price point. So if you’re shopping for cheap internet plans, DSL may be your better option but if you want speed, consider cable internet.