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| AT&T | $55.00 | 10 - 5,000 Mbps | DSL | 47% |
| Spectrum | $49.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps ** (wireless speeds may vary) | Cable | 47% |
GVTC  | $59.95 | 250 - 1,000 Mbps | DSL | 10% |
| Colorado Valley Communications | - | 25 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 2.100% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $69.99 | 12 - 150 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Ranch Wireless | $29.95 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Rise Broadband | $29.95 | 25 - 250 Mbps | Wireless | 33% |
| Texas Broadband | - | 1.5 - 1.5 Mbps | Wireless | 5.320% |
| ZochNet | $54.95 | 5 - 100 Mbps | Wireless | 4.120% |
*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.
**Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit Spectrum.net/modem.
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people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 69.04%
2 providers - 37.02%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 82%, broadband coverage in the 78957 ZIP code is comparable to the rest of Texas - 91%, and slightly lower than broadband coverage across the U.S. - 95%.
The vast majority of those living in the 78957 ZIP will have access to cable, which covers 59% of households. DSL internet is also an option for many, offering service to 58% of the area. Fiber-optic is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 11% of those living in the 78957 ZIP code.
There are 10 internet providers serving the 78957 area, and 37.02% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among 10 internet providers in 78957, prices start at $29.95 and available download speeds reach up to 5,000 Mbps.
The largest internet providers serving the 78957 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and GVTC bringing DSL and cable options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to many in the 78957 ZIP code, covering 47% of households. Some will also have the option of cable from Spectrum, which covers 47% of the area. Smithville’s third most-available internet provider, GVTC, offers DSL to around 10% of residents in the 78957 ZIP code.
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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 about half of households in the 78957 ZIP code, covering 47% 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 $55/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Smithville, $51.85.
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 Smithville, $0.66.
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 2 Mbps in 78957 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 47% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Smithville's providers, 52 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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
Cable from Spectrum offers broadband to about half of households in the 78957 ZIP code, covering 47% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but 78957 residents in densely populated areas may experience slowed speeds during peak usage times.
Internet prices for Spectrum start at $49.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Smithville, $51.85.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 300 Mbps**, which comes to an estimated $0.17 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Smithville, $0.66.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Spectrum offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps** and upload speeds up to 20 Mbps in 78957 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 47% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Smithville's providers, 52 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.
**GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
DSL from GVTC offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 78957 ZIP code, covering 10% of the area.
DSL internet from GVTC 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 GVTC start at $59.95/mo.*, which is higher than the average starting price for internet in Smithville, $51.85.
GVTC customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 250 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.24 per Mbps, about the same as the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Smithville, $0.66.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, GVTC offers download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps and upload speeds up to 1.5 Mbps in 78957 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 10% of the area, and are much faster than the average max speeds from all Smithville's providers, 52 Mbps.
If you have limited cable, DSL and fiber-optic internet options in the 78957 ZIP code, satellite and fixed wireless providers may be available.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in 78957 and the greater Smithville area. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Smithville at $64.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are significantly higher than average in Smithville at $69.99/mo. for speeds up to 150 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many in the 78957 ZIP, 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 Smithville 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 Smithville DSL and cable internet providers.
AT&T is the fastest internet provider in the 78957 ZIP code with download speeds up to 5,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 47% of households in 78957. The next fastest internet provider in the 78957 ZIP code is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps* to 47% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 78957 ZIP with service starting at $29.95/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Smithville, $51.85.
There are many factors that can influence internet speed. In many cases, restarting your router will resolve speed and connectivity issues. Other factors, such as peak usage times and speed throttling can also cause temporary speed issues.
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.
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.
Using your own router is a good way to cut internet costs without having to downgrade your internet plan. You can also try negotiating for a lower price with your current provider, or switch to another internet provider to take advantage of introductory pricing and special promotions.
*GIG: Limited time offer; subject to change; valid to qualified residential customers who have not subscribed to any services within the previous 30 days and who have no outstanding obligation to Charter. Spectrum Internet® Gig promotion price is $89.99/mo; standard rates apply after yr. 1. Taxes, fees and surcharges extra and subject to change during and after the promotional period; installation/network activation, equipment and additional services are extra. General Terms: INTERNET: Speed based on wired connection and may vary by address. Wireless speeds may vary. Services subject to all applicable service terms and conditions, subject to change. Services not available in all areas. Restrictions apply. Enter your address to determine availability. ©2022 Charter Communications.
Speed based on wired connection. Available Internet speeds may vary by address. Gig capable modem required for Gig speed. For a list of Gig capable modems, visit spectrum.net/modem
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