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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 Jun 1, 2020.
Need help?Port Arthur internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in Port Arthur 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 Port Arthur area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Port Arthur residents. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 96% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Port Arthur, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are four internet providers serving the Port Arthur area, and 96.30% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Port Arthur's four internet providers, prices start at $30 and available download speeds reach up to 100 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Port Arthur
The largest internet providers in Port Arthur are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite options to Port Arthur.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Port Arthur residents, covering 93% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 100% of the area. Port Arthur’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of Port Arthur residents.
AT&T DSL internet
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DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Port Arthur covering 93% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Port Arthur 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 Port Arthur, $46.25.
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 Port Arthur, $0.94.
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 Port Arthur. These download speeds are available to 93% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Port Arthur's providers, 39 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 Port Arthur covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Port Arthur 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 Port Arthur, $46.25.
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 Port Arthur, $0.94.
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 Port Arthur. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Port Arthur's providers, 39 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in Port Arthur covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection in areas of Port Arthur 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 Port Arthur, $46.25.
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 Port Arthur, $0.94.
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 Port Arthur. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Port Arthur's providers, 39 Mbps.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Port Arthur?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in Port Arthur with download speeds up to 100 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in Port Arthur. The next fastest internet provider in Port Arthur is HughesNet, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Port Arthur?
AT&T offers the cheapest internet in Port Arthur with plans starting at $30/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Port Arthur, $46.25.
How do I get faster internet?
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
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.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
Wi-Fi connects your device to a router, but that router needs to be connected to the internet for your device to also be connected to the internet. You need an internet service provider to get Wi-Fi.
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