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Internet providers in 78374
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| Spectrum | $44.99 | 60 - 120 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Ranch Wireless | $29.95 | 1 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Gtek Communications | $39.95 | - | Wireless | 76% |
*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?78374 internet service at a glance
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 78374 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 78374 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 100% of households. No DSL or fiber-optic providers are currently available in Portland, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are five internet providers serving the 78374 area. Among five internet providers in 78374, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 120 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 78374
The largest internet providers serving the 78374 ZIP code are Spectrum, HughesNet, and Viasat bringing cable and satellite options to the area.
Cable internet from Spectrum is available to nearly all in the 78374 ZIP code, covering 100% of households. Many will also have the option of satellite from HughesNet, which covers 100% of the area. Portland’s third most-available internet provider, Viasat, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 78374 ZIP code.
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 78374 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 78374 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 Portland, $44.98.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 60 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.75 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $1.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 120 Mbps and upload speeds up to 10 Mbps in 78374 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are slightly faster than the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 46 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 78374 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 78374 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 Portland, $44.98.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $1.80.
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 78374 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 46 Mbps.
Viasat 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 Viasat offers broadband to all households in the 78374 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Viasat satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 78374 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 $50/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $44.98.
Viasat customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 12 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.17 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Portland, $1.80.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Viasat offers download speeds up to 12 Mbps and upload speeds up to 3 Mbps in 78374 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Portland's providers, 46 Mbps.
Internet providers in 78374 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 78374?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 78374 ZIP code with download speeds up to 120 Mbps. These speeds are available to 100% of households in 78374. The next fastest internet provider in the 78374 ZIP code is Gtek Communications, offering download speeds up to 26 Mbps to 76% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 78374?
Ranch Wireless offers the cheapest internet in the 78374 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Portland, $44.98.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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.
Do I need a new modem for fiber internet?
Yes. Fiber-optic internet is a completely different technology than DSL or cable internet, and therefore requires a different type of modem. In many cases, you can get the required modem from your internet provider at no extra cost.
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.
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