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Internet providers in 78209
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| AT&T | $40.00 | 10 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 52% |
| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 75 Mbps | DSL | 96% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Grande Communications  | $35.99 | 300 - 400 Mbps | Cable | 76% |
| Grande Communications | $35.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 22% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Celltex Networks | - | 10 - 30 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Ranch Wireless | $29.95 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 80% |
| Alamo Broadband | $49.95 | - | Wireless | 62% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 33% |
| ZochNet | - | - | Wireless | 2.234% |
*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 22, 2021.
Need help?78209 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
19103
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 100%
2 providers - 99.89%
3 providers - 84.02%
4+ providers - 9.12%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in the 78209 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 78209 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. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 61% of those living in the 78209 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 78209 area, and 99.89% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 78209, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 78209
The largest internet providers serving the 78209 ZIP code are AT&T and Spectrum bringing DSL, fiber-optic, and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to nearly all in the 78209 ZIP code, covering 96% of households. Many will also have the option of fiber-optic from AT&T, which covers 52% of the area. San Antonio’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of residents in the 78209 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 Feb 22, 2021.
DSL from AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 78209 ZIP code, covering 96% 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 San Antonio, $42.98.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $3.00 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in San Antonio, $0.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 75 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 78209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 96% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all San Antonio's providers, 473 Mbps.
AT&T fiber-optic 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Fiber-optic from AT&T offers broadband to about half of households in the 78209 ZIP code, covering 52% 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 78209 ZIP code than other internet types.
Internet prices for AT&T start at $40/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in San Antonio, $42.98.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 10 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.00 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in San Antonio, $0.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in 78209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 52% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all San Antonio's providers, 473 Mbps.
Spectrum cable internet
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Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to all households in the 78209 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 78209 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 San Antonio, $42.98.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in San Antonio, $0.30.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 300 Mbps and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 78209 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all San Antonio's providers, 473 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 78209 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 78209 and the greater San Antonio area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in San Antonio at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in San Antonio at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 78209 ZIP, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet providers in 78209 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 78209?
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 78209 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 52% of households in 78209. The next fastest internet provider in the 78209 ZIP code is Grande Communications, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps to 22% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 78209?
Ranch Wireless offers the cheapest internet in the 78209 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in San Antonio, $42.98.
Is fiber internet available in 78209?
AT&T is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider serving the 78209 ZIP code, covering 52% of the city. Grande Communications also offers fiber internet in 78209 and is available to 22% of households.
What internet speeds do I get?
Take a speed test to see what download and upload speeds you are getting. For the best results, perform the test over a wired connection. View our speed test guide for a full breakdown of your results. If you want faster speeds, consider these tips for boosting internet speed, or shop for faster internet plans in your area.
What’s a good speed for gaming?
Speeds of 10 Mbps and higher are good for gaming, but what you really want to consider when choosing an internet service for gaming is latency, or ping. Latency is the measure of how long it takes for your device to communicate with the server and is the main contributor to lag. The higher the ping, the more likely you are to experience lagging. Shoot for an internet service with latency below 100 ms.
What’s the best internet deal in my area?
Internet deals such as speed upgrades, promotional pricing, equipment perks and free installation are available from many internet providers. Bundling internet with TV and home phone is also a popular way to get a deal on internet.
