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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 99% |
| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 8.730% |
| Optimum | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 96% |
Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative  | $50.00 | 50 - 100 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 19% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Cable | 13% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | DSL | 13% |
| Astound | $25.99 | 300 - 1,200 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 4.196% |
| 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% |
| Speed of Light Broadband | $49.95 | 10 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 88% |
*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.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.66%
2 providers - 96.45%
3 providers - 28.87%
4+ providers - 7.80%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Prosper 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 Prosper area will have access to DSL, which covers 99% of Prosper residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 91% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 52% of those living in Prosper.
There are eight internet providers serving the Prosper area, and 96.45% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Prosper's eight internet providers, prices start at $25.99 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers in Prosper are AT&T, Optimum, and Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative bringing DSL, cable, and fiber-optic options to Prosper.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Prosper residents, covering 99% of households. Many will also have the option of cable from Optimum, which covers 96% of the area. Prosper’s third most-available internet provider, Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative, offers fiber-optic to around 19% of Prosper 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 all households in Prosper covering 99% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Prosper 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 Prosper, $48.23.
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 Prosper, $0.29.
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 20 Mbps in Prosper. These download speeds are available to 99% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Prosper's providers, 456 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.
Cable from Optimum offers broadband to nearly all households in Prosper covering 96% of the area.
Optimum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Prosper residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Optimum start at $40/mo.*, which is lower than the average starting price for internet in Prosper, $48.23.
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 Prosper, $0.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Optimum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 50 Mbps in Prosper. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Prosper's providers, 456 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 Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative offers broadband to a limited number of households in Prosper covering 19% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Prosper than other internet types.
Internet prices for Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative start at $50/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Prosper, $48.23.
Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $1.00 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Prosper, $0.29.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 5 Mbps in Prosper. These download speeds are available to 19% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Prosper's providers, 456 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Prosper, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Prosper, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Prosper and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Prosper at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Prosper at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Prosper 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 Prosper 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 Prosper DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Prosper with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 99% of households in Prosper. The next fastest internet provider in Prosper is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 8.730% of the area.
Astound offers the cheapest internet in Prosper with plans starting at $25.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Prosper, $48.23.
Grayson Collin Electric Cooperative is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Prosper, covering 19% of the city. AT&T also offers fiber internet in Prosper and is available to 8.730% of households.
Resetting your router and optimizing your router settings can give you an instant speed boost. Consider Wi-Fi extenders if your signal is weaker in certain areas of your home. Also, be sure to check your Wi-Fi network to see if there are any unknown devices or users connected that could be slowing your network.
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.
Each video streaming service has varying recommended speeds, but speeds up to 10 Mbps will often handle streaming on one device. For HD and 4K streaming, consider faster speeds of at least 25 Mbps to reduce buffering and maintain optimal picture quality.
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