Compare 77488 internet speeds to the national average
Download Speeds
Wharton – 80 Mbps
TX – 139 Mbps
U.S. – 123 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Wharton – 8 Mbps
TX – 62 Mbps
U.S. – 44 Mbps
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Wharton.
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Internet providers in 77488
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77488 internet providers
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| AT&T | $55.00 | 25 - 25 Mbps | DSL | 80% |
Optimum  | $40.00 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 9.880% |
| Windstream | $37.00 | 15 - 100 Mbps | DSL | 11% |
| HughesNet | $64.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Viasat | $64.99 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skynet | - | - | Wireless | 36% |
| Wharton County Electric Cooperative | $65.00 | 12 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 14% |
| Rise Broadband | $25.00 | 25 - 5 Mbps | Wireless | 5.140% |
*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 Aug 11, 2022.
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Broadband availability
7766
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 82.56%
2 providers - 17.86%
3 providers - 0%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 83%, broadband coverage in the 77488 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 77488 ZIP will have access to DSL, which covers 83% of households. Cable internet is also an option for many, offering service to 9.880% of the area. No fiber-optic providers are currently available in Wharton, but satellite or fixed-wireless providers may offer broadband options in your area.
There are eight internet providers serving the 77488 area, and 17.86% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among eight internet providers in 77488, prices start at $25 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Results from real users
Average internet speeds in Wharton
| Provider | Download speed | Upload speed | Internet type |
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| AT&T | 14 Mbps | 2 Mbps | DSL |
| Skynet | 16 Mbps | 3 Mbps | Wireless |
| HughesNet | 7 Mbps | 2 Mbps | Satellite |
*Data sourced from M-LAB speed tests taken by real users in Wharton.
Top high-speed internet providers in 77488
The largest internet providers serving the 77488 ZIP code are AT&T, Windstream, and HughesNet bringing DSL and satellite options to the area.
DSL internet from AT&T is available to most in the 77488 ZIP code, covering 80% of households. Some will also have the option of DSL from Windstream, which covers 11% of the area. Wharton’s third most-available internet provider, HughesNet, offers satellite to around 100% of residents in the 77488 ZIP code.
AT&T DSL internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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 AT&T offers broadband to nearly all households in the 77488 ZIP code, covering 80% 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 Wharton, $50.28.
AT&T customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.20 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wharton, $0.85.
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 77488 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 80% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wharton's providers, 167 Mbps.
Windstream DSL internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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 Windstream offers broadband to a limited number of households in the 77488 ZIP code, covering 11% of the area.
DSL internet from Windstream 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 Windstream start at $37/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Wharton, $50.28.
Windstream customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 15 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.47 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wharton, $0.85.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Windstream offers download speeds up to 100 Mbps and upload speeds up to 8 Mbps in 77488 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 11% of the area, and are slightly slower than the average max speeds from all Wharton's providers, 167 Mbps.
HughesNet satellite internet
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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 Aug 11, 2022.
**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
Satellite from HughesNet offers broadband to all households in the 77488 ZIP code, covering 100% of the area.
HughesNet satellite internet offers reliable connection throughout the 77488 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 $64.99/mo.*, which is significantly higher than the average starting price for internet in Wharton, $50.28.
HughesNet customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 25 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $2.60 per Mbps, higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wharton, $0.85.
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 77488 ZIP code. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wharton's providers, 167 Mbps.
Internet providers in 77488 frequently asked questions
Optimum is the fastest internet provider in the 77488 ZIP code with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 9.880% of households in 77488. The next fastest internet provider in the 77488 ZIP code is Windstream, offering download speeds up to 100 Mbps to 11% of the area.
Rise Broadband offers the cheapest internet in the 77488 ZIP with service starting at $25/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wharton, $50.28.
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.
Upgrading your internet plan or switching to a new provider that offers faster internet service is the best way to get significantly faster speeds, but that will likely also come with a price increase. To get faster internet without changing your plan or provider, upgrade your internet equipment or reduce the number of devices connected to your network.
Fiber and cable internet are similar internet service types, but fiber offers a few advantages over cable. Fiber internet can deliver faster upload and download speeds than cable in most areas, and is less vulnerable to slowed speeds during peak usage times. Cable does have the advantage over fiber in terms of availability, covering 89% of U.S. households compared to fiber’s 38%.
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.
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