10 Best Internet Providers in 78006, TX
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78006 ISP Report Card | A- |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 2,114 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 10 |
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Real 78006 Customer Ratings | 3 |
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
This page reflects the most recent FCC update from January 06, 2026, based on the Broadband Data Collection as of June 30, 2025.
78006 has 10 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 78006.
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78006 has 10 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 4 available internet technologies in 78006.
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Above are the top 4 providers in 78006, TX for most people based on high speed internet coverage, speeds, and customer reviews. Click below to see all providers in your zip.
Speed and technology may vary by address for all providers. Please note we may have a financial relationship with some of the providers above, which does not impact the customer ratings displayed. Customer ratings listed above are national ratings, local 78006 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 78006, TX?
Bandera Electric Cooperative is the best internet provider in 78006 based on Texas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Bandera Electric Cooperative had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 78006, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, Bandera Electric Cooperative is an option for 28.62% of the zip.
The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 78006, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in 78006
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 78006 Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | 78006 Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
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| GVTC | (3) | (10) | (10) | View Plans | ||
| BEC | (0) |  (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| HCTC | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (3) |  (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bee Creek Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 401 reviews from Texas internet customers, Bandera Electric Cooperative is the best internet service provider for 78006 residents. Bandera Electric Cooperative was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. HCTC wins for second-place in Texas, with 3.00 out of 5 stars and 3.4% coverage in 78006.
At a national level, based on 3724 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, GVTC is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.63 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in 78006?
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Speeds and coverage vary within the zip, and sometimes even from block to block. The map shows speeds per provider and where each provider is available.
Who is the Fastest Internet Provider in 78006?
Based on both FCC data and unbiased customer ratings in 78006, the fastest internet in the zip comes from Bandera Electric Cooperative.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 78006
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| GVTC | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Bandera Electric Cooperative | 2,000 Mbps | ||
| HCTC | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Spectrum | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Bee Creek Communications | 940 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| VTX1 Companies | 200 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 78006
| ISP / Tech Type | 78006 Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| GVTC | (3) | (10) | (10) | View Plans | ||
| BEC | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| HCTC | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bee Creek Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by 78006 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Bandera Electric Cooperative. The company offers speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in 78006. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 2,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
However, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Bandera Electric Cooperative. This indicates BEC reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 78006?
Texas customers rate Bandera Electric Cooperative as the cheapest internet service provider in state. Data comes from customers in the state rating their satisfaction with pricing. This feedback is valuable because it considers price changes and whether the speeds paid for are worth it.
Bandera Electric Cooperative received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher than the average across all internet providers in the country. HCTC is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 78006 customers with an average price rating of 2.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in 78006, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 78006
| ISP / Tech Type | 78006 Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| GVTC | (3) | (10) | (10) | View Plans | ||
| BEC | (0) | (3) | (3) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| HCTC | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Bee Creek Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
78006 Internet Health Assessment
ISP Reports evaluates the technological infrastructure across the United States. This includes assessing a grade for ISP providers and infrastructure in the zip and setting an index number for the digital connectivity of its residents. You can view the ISP Report Card and the Digital Connectivity Index for 78006 below, including the metrics used and how 78006 compares to the rest of Texas and nation.
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78006 | Texas | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 78006 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 95.86% | 78.37% | 67.25% | ||
| Average Download SpeedThe maximum download speed most households can get on average. This is measured by availability in a block group and weighted by the population in that area. | 2,114 Mbps | 3,946 Mbps | 3,293 Mbps | ||
| Provider CountThe number of providers available for most people. This is a weighted average by block rather than a total for 78006. | 7.4 | 7.8 | 6.8 |
| Average Household SizeA larger household size in a zip indicates that there will be a greater need for bandwidth due to simultaneous usage, multiple devices, and network congestion. | 2.7 | 2.8 | 2.7 | ||
| Work From Home PercentA higher percent of the population working from home indicates bandwidth requirements being more widely needed rather than consolidated to commercial portions of the city. | 21% | 13% | 14% | ||
| Households with DevicesA higher percentage of households with computing devices in the home indicates a higher level of infrastructure needed to support those households. | 99% | 96% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 94% | 90% | 90% | ||
| Households with BroadbandA higher percentage of households with a broadband connection (defined as speeds above 25 Mbps) indicates heavier usage needs within these households. | 81% | 73% | 75% | ||
| Broadband Usage vs. AvailabilityThis measures what percentage of households who have a broadband connection to their home actually have an active subscription to that service. | 82% | 74% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
78006 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in 78006 is A-, which is much better than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 78006 is high with a score of 84 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 78006 have done a great job meeting the needs of its residents.
The 78006 ISP Report Card evaluates the zip on availability and speed metrics compared to other zip codes in the United States. ISP Infrastructure can vary greatly and on its own isn’t a perfect measure of what a zip needs. Please see our ISP Report Card along with the Digital Connectivity Index above to evaluate how well the connectivity demand is met by the existing infrastructure.
94% of 78006 households have an internet connection despite having 99.19% availability. 81% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 8% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 3% of households have internet but don’t pay for a subscription because it’s subsidized by the Affordable Connectivity Program.
As you can see in the table above, while 81% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 82% subscribe to it. A very large amount of 78006 residents are taking advantage of the available internet infrastructure.
For more details, please visit our ISP Report Card and Digital Connectivity Index pages.
How do Neighboring Zip Codes Compare to 78006?
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 96 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 94 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 96 / 100
How Much Speed does a 78006 Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 78006 is 2.7, which is smaller than the Texas average of 2.8 and larger than the national average of 2.7. 78006's average household income is $129,700 which is much higher than the Texas average of $89,715 and much higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with more people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate more devices being used more often.
78006 also has 14% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Texas average of 17%. Additionally, 21% of residents work from home, which is higher than the 13% of residents in Texas who work from home. This and other factors you can see above show us that the community of 78006 has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, 78006 households are much more technology-engaged. 99% of households have some sort of computing device, 91% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 98% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 78006?
GVTC Fiber in 78006, TX
Availability:
92.3%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,751 Mbps
GVTC offers Fiber service to 92.3% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, GVTC Fiber has speeds up to 1,751 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 250 and as high as 5,000, with an average of 1,142 Mbps throughout the zip. GVTC Fiber is rated the same as other types of internet service available in 78006 from GVTC in terms of customer satisfaction.
BEC Fiber in 78006, TX
Availability:
28.6%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
2,000 Mbps
Bandera Electric Cooperative offers Fiber service to 28.6% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, BEC Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,000 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in 78006, TX
Availability:
11.8%
Customer Rating:
(203)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 11.8% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in 78006, TX
Availability:
4.1%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
4,408 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 4.1% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,408 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for EarthLink Fiber. EarthLink Fiber is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 78006 from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in 78006, TX
Availability:
4.1%
Customer Rating:
(544)
Avg. Download Speed
4,408 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 4.1% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,408 Mbps, with speeds from 1,000 Mpbs up to 5,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds are symmetrical, meaning they are exactly the same as download speeds for AT&T Fiber. AT&T Fiber is rated higher than other types of internet service available in 78006 from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
HCTC Fiber in 78006, TX
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
HCTC offers Fiber service to 2.5% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, HCTC Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 78006?
GVTC Cable in 78006, TX
Availability:
41.6%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
GVTC offers Cable service to 41.6% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, GVTC Cable has speeds up to 100 Mbps
Spectrum Cable in 78006, TX
Availability:
40.8%
Customer Rating:
(1,618)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 40.8% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 78006?
GVTC DSL in 78006, TX
Availability:
46.7%
Customer Rating:
(2)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
GVTC offers DSL service to 46.7% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, GVTC DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
EarthLink DSL in 78006, TX
Availability:
5.3%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 5.3% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 41 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 8.4 Mbps throughout the zip. EarthLink DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in 78006 from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in 78006, TX
Availability:
5.3%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
41 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 5.3% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 41 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 8.4 Mbps throughout the zip. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 78006 from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
HCTC DSL in 78006, TX
Availability:
3.4%
Customer Rating:
(1)
Avg. Download Speed
29 Mbps
HCTC offers DSL service to 3.4% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, HCTC DSL has speeds up to 29 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 50 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 10, with an average of 5.0 Mbps throughout the zip. HCTC DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in 78006 from HCTC in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 78006?
Bee Creek Communications Fixed Wireless in 78006, TX
Availability:
93.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
940 Mbps
Bee Creek Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.4% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, Bee Creek Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 940 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 78006, TX
Availability:
88.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
63 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.7% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 63 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 12 Mbps throughout the zip.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 78006, TX
Availability:
87.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.7% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 78006, TX
Availability:
87.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
61 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.5% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 61 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the zip.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 78006, TX
Availability:
87.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
61 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 87.5% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 61 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 100 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 3.0 and as high as 20, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the zip.
VTX1 Companies Fixed Wireless in 78006, TX
Availability:
1.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
52 Mbps
VTX1 Companies offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.6% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, VTX1 Companies Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 52 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 200 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 50, with an average of 11 Mbps throughout the zip.
HCTC Fixed Wireless in 78006, TX
Availability:
1.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
150 Mbps
HCTC offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.3% of 78006 homes. Across the zip, HCTC Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 150 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 50, with an average of 26 Mbps throughout the zip.
Which ISP Should You Choose in 78006?
The right ISP for you depends upon your needs, but in general we can make the following suggestions:
- The best all-around internet service provider in 78006 is BEC.
- The fastest internet provider should be Bandera Electric Cooperative. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Bandera Electric Cooperative may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 78006 is BEC.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and GVTC has the broadest coverage in 78006, and is most likely to cover your home. To find out exactly what's available at your home, please use our address search tool.
How does 78006 compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how 78006 stacks up on the national level, it's useful to look at some other cities with similarly sized populations. Below you can see a list of these cities and how they compare to 78006's A- ISP Report Card and 84 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 95 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 76 / 100