11 Best Internet Providers in 79705, TX
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79705 ISP Report Card | A- |
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Download Speed for Most Households | 4,081 Mbps |
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Number of Internet Service Providers | 11 |
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Real 79705 Customer Ratings | 0 |
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.
79705 has 11 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 79705.
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79705 has 11 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 79705.
Compare Providers Ranked by Coverage, Speed, and Customer Ratings
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Above are the top 4 providers in 79705, 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 79705 ratings may vary and are shown below.
Who is the Best Internet Provider in 79705, TX?
Astound Broadband is the best internet provider in 79705 based on Texas customer satisfaction ratings and reviews. Based on our extensive and unbiased survey, Astound Broadband had the best reviews at the local, state, and national levels versus all available providers in 79705, making it a solid recommendation among providers with reviews. Astound Broadband is an option for 70.77% of the zip.
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The chart and table below show average customer ratings from customers in 79705, Texas, and customers throughout the country.
Top Rated Internet Providers in 79705
Local, State, and National Ratings for all 79705 Internet Providers
| ISP / Tech Type | 79705 Overall | Texas Overall | National Overall | For Service | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Rural Telecommunications of America | (0) | (1) | (1) | 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 | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (12) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (32) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) |  (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Blue Ridge Internet | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Net Ops Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on 267 reviews from Texas internet customers, Astound Broadband is the best internet service provider for 79705 residents. Astound Broadband was rated at an average of 4.18 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 96.9% coverage in 79705.
At a national level, based on 2344 national reviews for any of the providers listed above, Rural Telecommunications of America is rated higher than any other provider, with a rating of 4.00 out of 5.
Which Providers are Available at my Home in 79705?
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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 79705?
According to unbiased feedback from real internet customers in the zip, they reported being happiest with speeds provided by Verizon. On the other hand, based on data provided by the internet providers to the FCC, EarthLink and AT&T 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 79705
| ISP / Tech Type | Max Advertised Speed | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| AT&T | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| EarthLink | 5,000 Mbps | ||
| Astound Broadband | 1,500 Mbps | ||
| Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative | 1,000 Mbps | ||
| Optimum | 940 Mbps | ||
| Blue Ridge Internet | 750 Mbps | ||
| Rural Telecommunications of America | 300 Mbps | ||
| Verizon | 300 Mbps | ||
| Net Ops Communications | 100 Mbps | ||
| Nextlink | 100 Mbps | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | 100 Mbps | ||
| Viasat | 100 Mbps | ||
| HughesNet | 25 Mbps |
Customer Ratings for Internet Provider Speeds in 79705
| ISP / Tech Type | 79705 Speed | Texas Speed | National Speed | For Service | ||
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| Rural Telecommunications of America | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (32) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (12) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) |  (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Blue Ridge Internet | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Net Ops Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
Based on data reported by 79705 ISPs to the FCC, the fastest speeds in the zip are available through EarthLink and AT&T. These internet providers offer speeds up to 5,000 Mbps in 79705. Therefore, the average customer can get up to 3,974 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 Verizon. This indicates Verizon reliably delivers speeds expected by the customer based on the plan they are paying for.
Who is the Cheapest Internet Provider in 79705?
Texas customers rate T-Mobile Home 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.
T-Mobile Home Internet received a local rating of 4.00 out of 5, which is lower than the average across all internet providers in the country. EarthLink is rated in second place for affordability by the company’s 79705 customers with an average price rating of 4.00 out of 5.
The chart and graph below show how customers in 79705, Texas, and the United States rated the affordability of their internet service.
Rated Affordability in 79705
| ISP / Tech Type | 79705 Affordability | Texas Affordability | National Affordability | For Service | ||
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| EarthLink | (0) | (1) | (12) | View Plans | ||
| T-Mobile Home Internet | (0) | (26) | (284) | View Plans | ||
| Verizon | (0) | (13) | (723) | View Plans | ||
| Astound Broadband | (0) | (11) | (109) | View Plans | ||
| Nextlink | (0) | (12) | (14) | View Plans | ||
| AT&T | (0) | (167) | (924) | View Plans | ||
| Rural Telecommunications of America | (0) | (1) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Optimum | (0) | (32) | (246) | View Plans | ||
| HughesNet | (0) | (3) | (18) | View Plans | ||
| Viasat | (0) | (1) | (11) | View Plans | ||
| Blue Ridge Internet | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative | (0) | (0) | (1) | View Plans | ||
| Net Ops Communications | (0) | (0) | (0) | View Plans |
79705 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 79705 below, including the metrics used and how 79705 compares to the rest of Texas and nation.
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| Fiber Availability Percent The percentage of households in 79705 that have a Fiber internet connection available to their home. | 85.08% | 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. | 4,081 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 79705. | 8.5 | 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. | 2.5 | 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. | 7% | 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. | 90% | 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. | 77% | 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. | 77% | 74% | 76% |
Our demographic data is sourced from the latest 5-year release of the American Community Survey by the US Census Bureau.
79705 ISP Report Card & Digital Connectivity Index
The ISP Report Card in 79705 is A-, which is better than other zip codes. The local demand for broadband internet connectivity in 79705 is high with a score of 60 / 100 in our Digital Connectivity Index. This means that internet service providers operating in 79705 have done a average job meeting the needs of its residents.
The 79705 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.
90% of 79705 households have an internet connection despite having 99.90% availability. 77% of households have fiber, cable, or DSL, 10% 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 77% of households have a broadband connection such as fiber, cable or DSL available to their home, 77% subscribe to it. A large amount of 79705 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 79705?
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 55 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B+
- Digital Connectivity Index: 66 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 65 / 100
How Much Speed does a 79705 Household Need?
Higher speed is typically preferred, but that comes at a higher price. The average size of a household in 79705 is 2.5, which is smaller than the Texas average of 2.8 and smaller than the national average of 2.7. 79705's average household income is $111,677 which is much higher than the Texas average of $89,715 and much higher than the national average of $90,606. Homes with fewer people living in them and with higher incomes tend to indicate a fairly average device usage pattern.
79705 also has 17% of its population enrolled in school between the 6th grade and college level, this is lower than the Texas average of 17%. Additionally, 7% 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 79705 has a high need for internet connectivity and speeds.
Compared to the rest of the country, 79705 households are more technology-engaged. 96% of households have some sort of computing device, 80% have desktops or laptops in the home, and 95% have smartphones. To see what speeds you are currently getting, please visit our internet speed test tool.
Which Fiber Internet Providers are Available in 79705?
EarthLink Fiber in 79705, TX
Availability:
82.0%
Customer Rating:
(5)
Avg. Download Speed
4,680 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fiber service to 82.0% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fiber has speeds up to 4,680 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 79705 from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T Fiber in 79705, TX
Availability:
82.0%
Customer Rating:
(544)
Avg. Download Speed
4,680 Mbps
AT&T offers Fiber service to 82.0% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fiber has speeds up to 4,680 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 79705 from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband Fiber in 79705, TX
Availability:
9.4%
Customer Rating:
(20)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Fiber service to 9.4% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Astound Broadband Fiber has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative Fiber in 79705, TX
Availability:
1.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
1,000 Mbps
Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative offers Fiber service to 1.0% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative Fiber has speeds up to 1,000 Mbps
Which Cable Internet Providers are Available in 79705?
Optimum Cable in 79705, TX
Availability:
97.2%
Customer Rating:
(203)
Avg. Download Speed
940 Mbps
Optimum offers Cable service to 97.2% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Optimum Cable is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 940 Mbps
Astound Broadband Cable in 79705, TX
Availability:
65.9%
Customer Rating:
(90)
Avg. Download Speed
1,500 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers Cable service to 65.9% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Astound Broadband Cable has speeds up to 1,500 Mbps
Which DSL Internet Providers are Available in 79705?
EarthLink DSL in 79705, TX
Availability:
59.6%
Customer Rating:
(4)
Avg. Download Speed
78 Mbps
EarthLink offers DSL service to 59.6% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink DSL has speeds up to 78 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 16 Mbps throughout the zip. EarthLink DSL is rated the same as other types of internet service available in 79705 from EarthLink in terms of customer satisfaction.
AT&T DSL in 79705, TX
Availability:
59.6%
Customer Rating:
(304)
Avg. Download Speed
78 Mbps
AT&T offers DSL service to 59.6% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, AT&T DSL has speeds up to 78 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 16 Mbps throughout the zip. AT&T DSL is rated about the same as other types of internet service available in 79705 from AT&T in terms of customer satisfaction.
Astound Broadband DSL in 79705, TX
Availability:
2.5%
Customer Rating:
(3)
Avg. Download Speed
29 Mbps
Astound Broadband offers DSL service to 2.5% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Astound Broadband 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 5.5 Mbps throughout the zip. Astound Broadband DSL is rated lower than other types of internet service available in 79705 from Astound Broadband in terms of customer satisfaction.
Which Fixed Wireless and LTE Internet Providers are Available in 79705?
T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless in 79705, TX
Availability:
86.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
58 Mbps
T-Mobile Home Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 86.3% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, T-Mobile Home Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 58 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.
Verizon Fixed Wireless in 79705, TX
Availability:
83.0%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Verizon offers Fixed Wireless service to 83.0% of 79705 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 79705, TX
Availability:
54.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
49 Mbps
EarthLink offers Fixed Wireless service to 54.2% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, EarthLink Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 49 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 8.4 Mbps throughout the zip.
AT&T Fixed Wireless in 79705, TX
Availability:
54.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
49 Mbps
AT&T offers Fixed Wireless service to 54.2% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, AT&T Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 49 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 8.4 Mbps throughout the zip.
Nextlink Fixed Wireless in 79705, TX
Availability:
49.3%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Nextlink offers Fixed Wireless service to 49.3% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Nextlink Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Net Ops Communications Fixed Wireless in 79705, TX
Availability:
26.7%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Net Ops Communications offers Fixed Wireless service to 26.7% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Net Ops Communications Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 100 Mbps
Rural Telecommunications of America Fixed Wireless in 79705, TX
Availability:
26.2%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
300 Mbps
Rural Telecommunications of America offers Fixed Wireless service to 26.2% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Rural Telecommunications of America Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 300 Mbps
Blue Ridge Internet Fixed Wireless in 79705, TX
Availability:
7.9%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
379 Mbps
Blue Ridge Internet offers Fixed Wireless service to 7.9% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Blue Ridge Internet Fixed Wireless is the only type of service available from the company, with speeds up to 379 Mbps, with speeds from 10 Mpbs up to 750 Mbps depending on the address. Upload speeds differ from download speeds, and are as low 1.0 and as high as 750, with an average of 374 Mbps throughout the zip.
Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative Fixed Wireless in 79705, TX
Availability:
1.1%
Customer Rating:
(0)
Avg. Download Speed
100 Mbps
Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative offers Fixed Wireless service to 1.1% of 79705 homes. Across the zip, Wes-Tex Telephone Cooperative Fixed Wireless has speeds up to 100 Mbps
Which ISP Should You Choose in 79705?
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 79705 is Astound Broadband.
- The fastest internet provider should be EarthLink and AT&T. Considering speed for the money and reliability in speeds, Verizon may be a better choice based on real-world local customer feedback.
- The most affordable internet provider in 79705 is T-Mobile Home Internet.
- Viasat, Optimum, and HughesNet has the broadest coverage in 79705, 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 79705 compare to other cities with a similar population?
To see how 79705 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 79705's A- ISP Report Card and 60 / 100 Digital Connectivity Index.
- ISP Report Card: A-
- Digital Connectivity Index: 85 / 100
- ISP Report Card: A
- Digital Connectivity Index: 67 / 100
- ISP Report Card: B
- Digital Connectivity Index: 55 / 100