Internet providers in Wylie, TX
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Wylie, TX internet providers
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| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 30 Mbps | Fiber-optic | 97% |
| Frontier | $27.99 | 6 - 30 Mbps | DSL | 95% |
| Spectrum | $44.99 | 200 - 300 Mbps | Cable | 100% |
Grande Communications  | $35.99 | 300 - 1,000 Mbps | Cable | 13% |
| Grande Communications | $35.99 | 300 - 6 Mbps | DSL | 12% |
| HughesNet | $59.99 | 25 - 25 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
| Skybeam | - | - | Wireless | 100% |
| Viasat | $50.00 | 12 - 12 Mbps | Satellite | 100% |
*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?Wylie internet service at a glance
Broadband availability
41239
people have access to broadband internet of any type
1 provider - 99.80%
2 providers - 98.76%
3 providers - 12.58%
4+ providers - 0%
Source: FCC
At 100%, broadband coverage in Wylie 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 Wylie area will have access to cable, which covers 100% of Wylie residents. Fiber-optic internet is also an option for many, offering service to 97% of the area. DSL is less available but still a popular internet option for roughly 95% of those living in Wylie.
There are six internet providers serving the Wylie area, and 98.76% of households will have internet options from more than one provider. Among Wylie's six internet providers, prices start at $27.99 and available download speeds reach up to 1,000 Mbps.
Top high-speed internet providers in Wylie
The largest internet providers in Wylie are Frontier and Spectrum bringing fiber-optic, DSL, and cable options to Wylie.
Fiber-optic internet from Frontier is available to nearly all Wylie residents, covering 97% of households. Many will also have the option of DSL from Frontier, which covers 95% of the area. Wylie’s third most-available internet provider, Spectrum, offers cable to around 100% of Wylie residents.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Wylie covering 97% of the area.
Fiber-optic service from Frontier is popular for its fast download and upload speeds, even during peak usage times, but may be less available throughout Wylie than other internet types.
Internet prices for Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Wylie, $43.79.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wylie, $0.26.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Wylie. These download speeds are available to 97% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wylie's providers, 281 Mbps.
Frontier 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 Frontier offers broadband to nearly all households in Wylie covering 95% of the area.
DSL internet from Frontier uses telephone lines in Wylie 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 Frontier start at $27.99/mo.*, which is significantly lower than the average starting price for internet in Wylie, $43.79.
Frontier customers who choose the lowest-priced plan can expect speeds up to 6 Mbps, which comes to an estimated $4.67 per Mbps, significantly higher than the average cost per Mbps for the lowest priced plans in Wylie, $0.26.
For those who value internet speed as much as cost, Frontier offers download speeds up to 30 Mbps and upload speeds up to 30 Mbps in Wylie. These download speeds are available to 95% of the area, and are much slower than the average max speeds from all Wylie's providers, 281 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 all households in Wylie covering 100% of the area.
Spectrum’s cable network is likely to offer faster speeds than DSL or satellite service, but Wylie 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 Wylie, $43.79.
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 Wylie, $0.26.
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 Wylie. These download speeds are available to 100% of the area, and are about the same as the average max speeds from all Wylie's providers, 281 Mbps.
Internet coverage for rural areas
If you live in the heart of Wylie, you’ll likely have options from cable, fiber-optic, and DSL internet providers. For those in rural areas or just outside Wylie, however, satellite or fixed wireless internet may be the best internet option.
Satellite internet from HughesNet and Viasat offers 100% availability in Wylie and surrounding areas. HughesNet starting prices are significantly higher than average in Wylie at $59.99/mo. for speeds up to 25 Mbps. Viasat starting prices are higher than average in Wylie at $50/mo. for speeds up to 12 Mbps. Satellite internet is a less appealing option for many Wylie residents, however, as service typically comes with high latency and low data allowances.
Internet provider frequently asked questions
What’s the fastest internet provider in Wylie?
Grande Communications is the fastest internet provider in Wylie with download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps. These speeds are available to 13% of households in Wylie. The next fastest internet provider in Wylie is Spectrum, offering download speeds up to 300 Mbps to 100% of the area.
What’s the cheapest internet provider in Wylie?
Frontier offers the cheapest internet in Wylie with plans starting at $27.99/mo. This is significantly less than the average starting price for internet in Wylie, $43.79.
Is fiber internet available in Wylie?
Frontier is the largest fiber-optic internet service provider in Wylie, covering 97% of the city.
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.
Is cable or fiber internet better?
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%.
How do I change internet providers?
Learn the penalty, if any, of canceling service with your current provider. Find other internet providers in your area and compare plans and pricing. Choose the internet provider and plan that best meets your needs. Order your new services and get your installation/activation date. Call your current internet provider and cancel service by the activation date of your new service.
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