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Internet providers in 78957
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| AT&T | $30.00 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 47% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 47% |
GVTC  | - | - | DSL | 10% |
| Colorado Valley Communications | $59.99 | 10 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 2.102% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Ranch Wireless | $29.95 | 5 - 25 Mbps | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 33% |
| Texas Broadband | $49.95 | 1.5 - 3 Mbps | Wireless | 5.317% |
| ZochNet | - | - | Wireless | 4.122% |
*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?78957 internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
4975
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 69%, broadband coverage in the 78957 ZIP code is slightly lower than 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 DSL, which covers 56% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 47% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Smithville, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
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 300 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in 78957
The largest internet providers serving the 78957 ZIP code are AT&T, Spectrum, and HughesNet bringing DSL, cable, and satellite 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, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 78957 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 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 $30/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Smithville, $46.41.
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 Smithville, $1.22.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, AT&T offers download speeds up to 25 Mbps and upload speeds up to 2 Mbps in 78957 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 47% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Smithville's providers, 59 Mbps.
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 Feb 22, 2021.
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 $44.99/mo.*, which is about the same as the average starting price for internet in Smithville, $46.41.
Spectrum customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 200 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $0.22 per Mbps, lower than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Smithville, $1.22.
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 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, 59 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 Feb 22, 2021.
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 78957 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 78957 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 Smithville, $46.41.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.40 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Smithville, $1.22.
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 78957 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Smithville's providers, 59 Mbps.
Internet providers in 78957 frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in 78957?
Spectrum is the fastest internet provider in the 78957 ZIP code with download speeds up to 300 Mbps. These speeds are available to 47% of households in 78957. The next fastest internet provider in the 78957 ZIP code is AT&T, offering download speeds up to 25 Mbps to 47% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in 78957?
Ranch Wireless 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, $46.41.
What’s the best internet provider in my area?
Fiber internet providers are likely to offer the fastest, most consistent speeds for the money. Cable internet providers can also deliver fast speeds, up to 100 Mbps and higher, but are more vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. If you’re shopping for cheap internet, a DSL provider may be the best option for your household.
Can I get Wi-Fi without a provider?
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.
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 are my internet options?
Available providers vary by address, but your location is likely serviceable for cable and DSL internet. Fiber internet may also be an internet option, but this technology is typically found in larger cities. Those living in rural areas not serviceable for cable, DSL or fiber internet may find satellite or fixed wireless internet to be their only options.
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