*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 Sep 23, 2022.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 97.75%
2 providers - 96.65%
3 providers - 1.26%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 97%, broadband coverage in Richmond 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 Richmond area will have access to DSL, which covers 95% of Richmond residents. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 93% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 31% of those living in Richmond.
There are five internet providers serving the Richmond area, and 96.65% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Richmond's five internet providers, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| Rise Broadband | 25 Mbps | 6 Mbps | Wireless |
| AT&T | 191 Mbps | 133 Mbps | DSL |
| Xfinity | 185 Mbps | 18 Mbps | Cable |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Richmond.
The largest internet providers in Richmond are AT&T and Xfinity bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to Richmond.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all Richmond residents, covering 97% of households. Some will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 16% of the area. Richmond’s third most-available internet provider, Xfinity, offers cable to around 97% of Richmond 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 Sep 23, 2022.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in Richmond covering 97% of the area.
DSL internet from AT&T uses telephone lines in Richmond 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 Richmond, $49.98.
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 Richmond, $1.92.
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 Richmond. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Richmond's providers, 421 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to a limited number of households in Richmond covering 16% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from AT&T is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Richmond than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $55/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Richmond, $49.98.
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 Richmond, $1.92.
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 1,000 Mbps in Richmond. These download speeds are available to 16% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Richmond's providers, 421 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 Sep 23, 2022.
Cable from Xfinity offers broadband to nearly all households in Richmond covering 97% of the area.
Xfinity’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Richmond residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Xfinity start at $29.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Richmond, $49.98.
Xfinity customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 50 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.60 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Richmond, $1.92.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Xfinity offers download speeds up to 3,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 35 Mbps in Richmond. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Richmond's providers, 421 Mbps.
If you live in the heart of Richmond, you’ll likely have options from DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Richmond, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Richmond and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Richmond at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Richmond at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Richmond 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 Richmond 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 Richmond DSL, cable, and fiber-optic internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in Richmond with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 97% of households in Richmond. The next fastest internet provider in Richmond is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps to 16% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in Richmond with plans starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Richmond, $49.98.
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Richmond, covering 16% of the city.
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.
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.
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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