14 Best Internet Providers in 78101, TX
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78101 ISP Report Card | A- |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 1,594 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 14 |
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Real 78101 Customer Ratings | 1 |
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.
78101 has 14 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in 78101.
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78101 has 14 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Fixed Wireless, and DSL internet are available in the zip. Reviews are grouped by provider and the type of service they offer, covering all 3 available internet technologies in 78101.
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Above are the top 4 providers in 78101, 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 78101 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 78101, TX?
Ziplink Internet is the best internet provider in 78101 based on Texas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Ziplink Internet had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 78101, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Ziplink Internet is an option for 99.25% of the zip.
The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 78101, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in 78101
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 78101 Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | 78101 Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | (1) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| GVTC | (0) | (10) | (10) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Ziplink Internet | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Alamo Broadband | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| LVWifi.com | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Horizon Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 436 reviews from Texas internet customers, Ziplink Internet is the best internet service provider for 78101 residents. Ziplink Internet was rated at an average of 3.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. EarthLink wins for second-place in Texas, with 4.00 out of 5 stars and 64.2% coverage in 78101.
At a national level, based on 3897 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Alamo Broadband is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in 78101?
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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 78101?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Ziplink Internet. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Hotwire Communications should have faster speeds at a local level. While we typically put more weight on real-world customer ratings, we display both satisfaction and technical maximum information for customers to decide for themselves.
Data Reported to FCC by ISPs: Average Maximum Available in 78101
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Hotwire Communications | 8,000 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Spectrum | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Alamo Broadband | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| GVTC | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Rise Broadband | 400 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| Frontier Communications | 115 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Ziplink Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| VTX1 Companies | 50 Mbps | ||
| Horizon Broadband | 35 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps | ||
| LVWifi.com | 10 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 78101
| ISP / Tech Type | 78101 Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| AT&T | (1) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Alamo Broadband | (0) |  (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| GVTC | (0) | (10) | (10) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Ziplink Internet | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| LVWifi.com | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Horizon Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by 78101 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Hotwire Communications. The company offers speeds up to 8,000 Mbps in 78101. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 8,000 Mbps if they're willing to purchase the fastest subscription tier available at their homes.
Additionally, actual customers in the zip rated their satisfaction with internet speed highest with Ziplink Internet. This indicates Ziplink Internet reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 78101?
Texas customers rate Ziplink Internet 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.
Ziplink Internet received a local rating of 3.00 out of 5, which is much lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. T-Mobile Home Internet is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 78101 customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in 78101, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 78101
| ISP / Tech Type | 78101 Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| AT&T | (1) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| GVTC | (0) | (10) | (10) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Spectrum | (0) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Ziplink Internet | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Alamo Broadband | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| LVWifi.com | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Horizon Broadband | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
78101 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 78101 below, including the metrics used and how 78101 compares to the rest of Texas and nation.
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78101 | Texas | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 78101 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 99.38% | 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. | 1,594 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 78101. | 10.8 | 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. | 2.9 | 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. | 10% | 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. | 96% | 96% | 95% | ||
| Households with InternetA higher percentage of households with internet indicates a higher need for usage and connectivity in people’s daily lives. | 86% | 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. | 62% | 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. | 62% | 74% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
78101 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in 78101 is A-, which is comparable to other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 78101 is high with a score of 56 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 78101 have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The 78101 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.
86% of 78101 households have an internet connection despite having 99.38% availability. 62% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 19% have satellite, 0% are still on dial-up, and 1% 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 62% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 62% subscribe to it. A moderate amount of 78101 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 78101?
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 49 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 54 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 70 / 100
How Much Speed does a 78101 Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 78101 is 2.9, which is larger than the Texas average of 2.8 and larger than the national average of 2.7. 78101's average household income is $91,691 which is higher than the Texas average of $89,715 and 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.
78101 also has 15% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Texas average of 17%. Additionally, 10% of residents work from home, which is lower 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 78101 has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, 78101 households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 83% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 94% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 78101?
Spectrum Fiber in 78101, TX
Availability:
72.7%
Customer Rating:
(203)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 72.7% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
GVTC Fiber in 78101, TX
Availability:
57.7%
Customer Rating:
(6)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
GVTC offers Fiber service to 57.7% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, GVTC Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Hotwire Communications Fiber in 78101, TX
Availability:
8.1%
Customer Rating:
(10)
Avg. Download Speed
8,000 Mbps
Hotwire Communications offers Fiber service to 8.1% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, Hotwire Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 8,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 78101?
According to the most recently submitted data by internet service providers to the FCC, there are currently no cable providers available in 78101, TX.
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 78101?
Frontier DSL in 78101, TX
Availability:
41.1%
Customer Rating:
(46)
Avg. Download Speed
64 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers DSL service to 41.1% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, Frontier DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 64 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 115 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 7.0, with an average of 3.7 Mbps throughout the zip.
EarthLink DSL in 78101, TX
Availability:
26.4%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 26.4% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
AT&T DSL in 78101, TX
Availability:
26.4%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 26.4% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 78101?
GVTC Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
99.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
59 Mbps
GVTC offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.3% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, GVTC Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 59 Mbps, with speeds from 25 Mpbs up to 300 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 20, with an average of 14 Mbps throughout the zip.
Ziplink Internet Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
99.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Ziplink Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 99.3% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, Ziplink Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
95.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
232 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 95.1% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 232 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 400 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 10 and as high as 80, with an average of 46 Mbps throughout the zip.
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
94.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
42 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 94.3% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 42 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 6.9 Mbps throughout the zip.
Alamo Broadband Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
93.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
882 Mbps
Alamo Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 93.6% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, Alamo Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 882 Mbps, with speeds from 450 Mpbs up to 1,000 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 100 and as high as 300, with an average of 258 Mbps throughout the zip.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
92.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.9% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, Verizon Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
VTX1 Companies Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
92.8%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
40 Mbps
VTX1 Companies offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.8% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, VTX1 Companies Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 40 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 8.8 Mbps throughout the zip.
EarthLink Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
54.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 54.0% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 34 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 5.1 Mbps throughout the zip.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
54.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
34 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 54.0% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 34 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 5.1 Mbps throughout the zip.
Horizon Broadband Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
44.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
14 Mbps
Horizon Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 44.5% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, Horizon Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 14 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 35 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 7.0, with an average of 2.0 Mbps throughout the zip.
LVWifi.com Fixed Wireless in 78101, TX
Availability:
15.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
LVWifi.com offers Fixed Wireless service to 15.9% of 78101 homes. Across the zip, LVWifi.com Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in 78101?
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 78101 is Ziplink Internet.
- The fastest internet provider should be Hotwire Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Ziplink Internet may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 78101 is Ziplink Internet.
- Viasat, HughesNet, and GVTC has the broadest coverage in 78101, 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 78101 compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how 78101 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 78101's A- ISP Report Card and 56 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 72 / 100
- ISP Report Card: D+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 43 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 62 / 100