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Internet providers in 78576
Find internet providers serving the 78576 area. Compare plan pricing and speeds from fiber-optic, cable and DSL providers.
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| AT&T | $30 | 100 - 18 Mbps | DSL | 100% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 100 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| Tabco Services | - | - | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Tabco Services | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| VTX1 Companies | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Twin Internet | $29.95 | 3 - 20 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?78576 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 78576 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 78576 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 100% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 100% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Penitas, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are seven internet providers serving the 78576 area. Among seven internet providers in 78576, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 78576
The largest internet providers serving the 78576 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 78576 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Penitas’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 78576 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to all households in the 78576 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Penitas, $42.99.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 100 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.30 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Penitas, $1.07.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 18 Mbps and upload speeds up to 0.768 Mbps in 78576 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Penitas's providers, 35 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 78576 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 78576 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Penitas, $42.99.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Penitas, $1.07.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 78576 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Penitas's providers, 35 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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. Speeds may vary. As of Jun 1, 2020.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 78576 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 78576 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 $59.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Penitas, $42.99.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Penitas, $1.07.
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 78576 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Penitas's providers, 35 Mbps.
Internet providers in 78576 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 78576?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 78576 ZIP code with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 78576. The next fastest internet provider in the 78576 ZIP code is Tabco Services, offering download speeds up to 98 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 78576?
Twin Internet offers the cheapest internet in the 78576 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Penitas, $42.99.
Why aren’t there more internet options?
According to the FCC, 93% of households have access to three or more providers. In many areas, a cable, DSL, satellite and possibly fiber-optic provider may be available. You are unlikely, however, to find multiple providers of the same internet type, such as two cable providers, in the same location because operating expenses in an area already served by another provider can be too high to be profitable.
Is cable or DSL better?
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.
Should I use my own router?
There are benefits to using your own router vs. buying or renting one from your internet provider, such as lower monthly costs and more product options. If you choose to use your own router, keep in mind that your internet provider’s tech support may not be able to fully assist you with your personal router. Select providers may not give you the option to use your own router.
Is my internet speed being throttled?
If you suspect your slow speeds are the result of your internet provider throttling your connection, the easiest way to determine if you’re being throttled is to perform two speed tests. Run the first test on your regular network, then run the second one on a VPN. If the two speeds are drastically different (and the VPN test was higher), your internet provider may be throttling your speeds.
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