15 Best Internet Providers in 78640, TX
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78640 ISP Report Card | B |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 4,409 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 15 |
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Real 78640 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.
78640 has 15 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 78640.
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78640 has 15 internet service providers, they are sorted by coverage, available speed, and customer rating from our unbiased internet provider report. Fiber, Cable, DSL, and Fixed Wireless 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 78640.
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Above are the top 4 providers in 78640, 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 78640 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 78640, TX?
Centric Fiber is the best internet provider in 78640 based on Texas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Centric Fiber had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 78640, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Unfortunately, Centric Fiber is an option for 1.89% of the zip.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 78640, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in 78640
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 78640 Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | 78640 Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (1) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Centric Fiber | (0) |  (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (167) | (924) | 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 | ||
| Anvil Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Hillcountry Network Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Spry Air Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 441 reviews from Texas internet customers, Centric Fiber is the best internet service provider for 78640 residents. Centric Fiber was rated at an average of 5.00 out of 5 in our report for overall customer satisfaction. Astound Broadband wins for second-place in Texas, with 4.18 out of 5 stars and 19.6% coverage in 78640.
At a national level, based on 4062 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Hotwire Communications is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 3.70 out of 5.
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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 78640?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Centric Fiber. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, Frontier 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 78640
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
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| Frontier Communications | 7,000 Mbps | ||
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Hotwire Communications | 2,500 Mbps | ||
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 Mbps | ||
| Centric Fiber | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Spectrum | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| Brightspeed | 100 Mbps | ||
| Rise Broadband | 100 Mbps | ||
| Spry Air Fiber | 100 Mbps | ||
| VTX1 Companies | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| Hillcountry Network Systems | 25 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps | ||
| Anvil Communications | 10 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 78640
| ISP / Tech Type | 78640 Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum | (1) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Centric Fiber | (0) | (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Rise Broadband | (0) | (11) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Hotwire Communications | (0) | (0) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Anvil Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Hillcountry Network Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Spry Air Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by 78640 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through Frontier Communications. The company offers speeds up to 7,000 Mbps in 78640. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 7,000 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 Centric Fiber. This indicates Centric Fiber reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 78640?
Texas customers rate Centric Fiber 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.
Centric Fiber received a local rating of 5.00 out of 5, which is higher 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 78640 customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in 78640, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 78640
| ISP / Tech Type | 78640 Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| Spectrum | (1) | (176) | (1738) | View Plans | ||
| Centric Fiber | (0) | (1) | (4) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Brightspeed | (0) | (5) | (64) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Frontier | (0) | (26) | (143) | 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 | ||
| Anvil Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Hillcountry Network Systems | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| VTX1 Companies | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans | ||
| Spry Air Fiber | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
78640 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 78640 below, including the metrics used and how 78640 compares to the rest of Texas and nation.
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78640 | Texas | USA | ||
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 78640 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 72.75% | 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. | 4,409 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 78640. | 5.9 | 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. | 12% | 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. | 95% | 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. | 79% | 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. | 79% | 74% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
78640 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in 78640 is B, which is better than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 78640 is high with a score of 79 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 78640 have done a good job meeting the needs of its residents.
The 78640 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.
95% of 78640 households have an internet connection despite having 99.90% availability. 79% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 5% have satellite, 1% 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 79% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 79% subscribe to it. A large amount of 78640 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 78640?
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 88 / 100
- ISP Report Card: C-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 39 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 55 / 100
How Much Speed does a 78640 Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 78640 is 2.9, which is larger than the Texas average of 2.8 and larger than the national average of 2.7. 78640's average household income is $92,240 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.
78640 also has 19% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is higher than the Texas average of 17%. Additionally, 12% 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 78640 has a very high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, 78640 households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 86% 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 78640?
Frontier Fiber in 78640, TX
Availability:
52.7%
Customer Rating:
(110)
Avg. Download Speed
7,000 Mbps
Frontier Communications offers Fiber service to 52.7% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Frontier Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 7,000 Mbps
EarthLink Fiber in 78640, TX
Availability:
24.4%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 24.4% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
AT&T Fiber in 78640, TX
Availability:
24.4%
Customer Rating:
(544)
Avg. Download Speed
5,000 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 24.4% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 5,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Fiber in 78640, TX
Availability:
19.6%
Customer Rating:
(20)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 19.6% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Hotwire Communications Fiber in 78640, TX
Availability:
12.1%
Customer Rating:
(10)
Avg. Download Speed
2,500 Mbps
Hotwire Communications offers Fiber service to 12.1% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Hotwire Communications Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 2,500 Mbps
Spectrum Fiber in 78640, TX
Availability:
11.2%
Customer Rating:
(203)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Fiber service to 11.2% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Centric Fiber in 78640, TX
Availability:
1.9%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Centric Fiber offers Fiber service to 1.9% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Centric Fiber is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 78640?
Spectrum Cable in 78640, TX
Availability:
98.1%
Customer Rating:
(1,618)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Spectrum offers Cable service to 98.1% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Spectrum Cable has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in 78640, TX
Availability:
2.4%
Customer Rating:
(90)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 2.4% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 78640?
Brightspeed DSL in 78640, TX
Availability:
1.5%
Customer Rating:
(33)
Avg. Download Speed
67 Mbps
Brightspeed offers DSL service to 1.5% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Brightspeed DSL is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 67 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 10, with an average of 5.9 Mbps throughout the zip.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 78640?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 78640, TX
Availability:
92.5%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
65 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 92.5% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 65 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 78640, TX
Availability:
88.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 88.3% of 78640 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 78640, TX
Availability:
46.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
56 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 46.3% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 56 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 10 Mbps throughout the zip.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 78640, TX
Availability:
46.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
56 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 46.3% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 56 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 10 Mbps throughout the zip.
VTX1 Companies Fixed Wireless in 78640, TX
Availability:
39.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
48 Mbps
VTX1 Companies offers Fixed Wireless service to 39.7% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, VTX1 Companies Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 48 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 9.8 Mbps throughout the zip.
Spry Air Fiber Fixed Wireless in 78640, TX
Availability:
11.6%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Spry Air Fiber offers Fixed Wireless service to 11.6% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Spry Air Fiber Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless in 78640, TX
Availability:
9.4%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
68 Mbps
Rise Broadband offers Fixed Wireless service to 9.4% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Rise Broadband Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 68 Mbps, with speeds from 50 Mpbs up to 100 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.
Hillcountry Network Systems Fixed Wireless in 78640, TX
Availability:
1.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
25 Mbps
Hillcountry Network Systems offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.3% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Hillcountry Network Systems Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 25 Mbps
Anvil Communications Fixed Wireless in 78640, TX
Availability:
1.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
10 Mbps
Anvil Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.2% of 78640 homes. Across the zip, Anvil Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 10 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in 78640?
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 78640 is Centric Fiber.
- The fastest internet provider should be Frontier Communications. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Centric Fiber may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 78640 is Centric Fiber.
- HughesNet, Spectrum, and Viasat has the broadest coverage in 78640, 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 78640 compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how 78640 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 78640's B ISP Report Card and 79 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 57 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 90 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 71 / 100